CFMEU in court amid overhaul bid
The boss of the controversy-plagued construction union has attended court as the Fair Work Commission seeks to hand over the union’s reins to an independent administrator.
Courts & Law
Major update in alleged Olympian killer case
There’s been a big development in the case against a champion cyclist who stands accused of killing his wife, a fellow Olympian.
Major update in alleged Russian spies case
A Brisbane couple charged with an espionage-related charge will not be able to sell their home after Federal Police sought a court order.
‘Extraordinary’: Higgins lashed over post
Senator Linda Reynolds has told a court of the “odd” things Bruce Lehrmann said before he was fired, before the senator’s lawyers lash Brittany Higgins for an Instagram post.
Triple-0 operator missed info during ambush
A triple-0 operator has apologised for missing a warning that ‘active shooters’ were at Wieambilla while a civilian was calling about a ‘big bang’, an inquest into the fatal ambush has heard.
Man in hospital after police shooting
A man is in hospital after a police shooting incident in a major regional city.
Scammer swindles $900k from small business
There’s a disturbing trend of sophisticated scams swindling huge sums of money from honest Aussies, with the latest steal involving genuine-seeming invoices.
Fight between sisters takes tragic turn
A learner driver should not receive any jail time over the horror death of her elder sister, a judge has been urged.
Driver accused of CBD horror rampage
A driver accused of striking three pedestrians and colliding with two cars in a horror CBD car rampage has appeared in court.
World reacts to landmark Australian case
A deeply complicated and tragic first-of-its-kind criminal case in Australia has sparked coverage in major media markets across the world.
Timeline of terror in deadly cop shooting
Two police officers and an innocent civilian were gunned down at a rural property by a trio of crazed gunmen. Now, an inquest has been given a minute-by-minute account of the harrowing ordeal.
Cops hunt for TV star’s grandson
Police are seeking the arrest of the Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan’s grandson as he faces multiple criminal charges.
Widow’s haunting triple-0 call revealed
The chilling audio of a woman reporting thick black smoke and flames approaching her property moments before her husband was shot dead has been revealed.
Major update for bucks party rapists
A sexual assault charge has been withdrawn for three men who were found guilty of gang raping three teenagers during a bucks party weekend.
Move to take over scandal-plagued union
The Fair Work Commission has on Friday launched legal proceedings in a bid to appoint an independent administrator to the beleaguered CFMEU.
Man given $10m in crypto bungle
A judge has been urged to jail a wannabe investor who spent millions he had been wrongly sent by a cryptocurrency exchange.
School mates admit ‘stupid’ betting racket
Two high school mates have admitted they used insider information to bet on the outcome of the Australian of the Year awards.
Slain cop ‘pleading for life’, survivor ‘hunted’
A senior cop has revealed details of the desperate efforts police took to retrieve the bodies of slain officers and a neighbour after learning one was being “hunted”.
Man’s next move after fight with NRL journo
A man has revealed his next step after he was charged with throwing NRL journalist Paul Kent into a tree during a wild street brawl outside a pub.
Judge urges for killer grandson to be freed
A young man who hacked his grandmother to death believing she was his “sadistic” stepfather could be released in months, a court has been told.
Cops raid MAFS star’s home over OnlyFans
A former MAFS star is in court for a showdown with the Australian Federal Police over a raid on her home linked to her OnlyFans content.
‘Dumb’ system Aussies don’t trust anymore
Workers in an important system have been blasted as “dumb smart people” as disturbing figures have come to light about life in Australia.
‘Controversial’ evidence in O’Keefe case: court
A woman’s evidence about former TV host Andrew O’Keefe’s “degrading” DV attack was “highly controversial”, a court has heard.
Gangland figure stabs stranger in park
A former associate of murdered gangland boss Carl Williams has been jailed after pleading guilty to the daylight stabbing of a stranger.
Skaf brother’s ‘flick of the switch’ claim
The younger brother of the infamous Skaf rapists had a “flick of the switch” while behind bars on remand, a court has been told.
Next move for hit run murder accused
A court has been told of the next move of a couple charged with the murder of a young mum in an alleged hit-and-run near a daycare centre.
‘Get back’: New detail in cops’ ambush horror
A police officer has revealed how he tried to help his colleagues during a horrific ambush unfolded at a rural Queensland property, a coronial inquest has been told. WARNING: Graphic content
‘Where he belongs’: Serial rapist back in jail
A serial sex offender who participated in the abduction, rape and murder of bank teller Janine Balding has learnt his fate for another “very concerning” crime.
Killer bodybuilder’s latest move
A former professional bodybuilder jailed after murdering his partner in a jealous rage has launched a new courtroom fight.
Accused killer mum’s prison letters revealed
The moment a father accused of murdering his diabetic daughter fully embraced his wife’s cult-like faith has been detailed in court.
Tough new rules after union scandal
One state wants to introduce new laws that would mean union officials would need to pass a ‘fit and proper person test’ before they’re permitted on worksites.
Gunman shot by cop’s chilling prediction
Shortly before police moved in to arrest an armed fugitive, he told a family friend, “This only ends one way.”
Footy star son’s alleged drug shame
The son of a footy great allegedly supplied a cocktail of illicit drugs including MDMA and meth, court documents reveal.
Sign of where Australia’s priorities lie
The new Immigration and Home Affairs Minister has only been in the job for five minutes but is already heading overseas to visit a key ally.
Bombshell twist in toolbox murder case
A bombshell twist has emerged in the alleged horrific killing of a man and woman whose bodies were found in a submerged toolbox.
Would-be assassins caught ‘red handed’: court
Two men were allegedly caught “red handed” during a botched assassination attempt in which a loaded gun was aimed at the wrong person.
Cop’s heartbreaking last act during ambush
New details on the heartbreaking last act of a young police officer brutally killed in an ambush have been aired at an inquest into their deaths. Warning: Graphic content.
‘Get out of my face’: O’Keefe’s court outburst
Former TV host Andrew O’Keefe told a reporter to “get out” of his face as he walked out of court after he was granted bail.
Real estate agent took home client’s cash
A real estate agent has been warned he could soon be jailed after dipping into the deposits of prospective homebuyers when he hit financial hardship.
Mum’s bombshell months before child’s death
A mother made a bombshell statement about her marriage to police before her child was allegedly killed by her home-based church group, a court has heard.
Mum’s court outburst over forced marriage
A mum who forced her daughter to marry a man who later killed her has delivered a shock outburst in court, saying she “cannot be locked in”.
Inside booming ‘tea sharing’ groups
Social media groups all over Australia are warning women about potentially dangerous men because dating sites don’t, but the risk they run to do so is huge.
Furious demand on Aussie evil
A No More rally against gendered violence has demanded radical action to stamp out Australia’s DV scourge, and called out one grim hypocrisy.
Cop’s close call before fatal shooting
A senior constable attacked seconds before a fatal police shooting was “very close to something that could have been fatal”, officers have claimed.
Childcare worker ‘hid vodka in Gatorade’
A childcare worker who appeared happier and chattier than normal had disguised vodka as Gatorade on the job, a tribunal has found.
Horror way 8yo died in this home
Inside this ordinary family home, a young girl spent the last hours of her life in agony, a court has heard, as 14 members of a ‘cult-like’ group stand trial for her death.
Class action launched against home builder
A class action has been launched against a major Australian home builder after customers waited years past their contractual agreement for homes to be completed.
Aussie Olympian charged with killing wife
On July 28, 2021, champion cyclist Rohan Dennis stood on a podium in Tokyo. Today, he is home in Adelaide, charged with killing his wife.
‘Idolatry’: Engineer’s astonishing email
The astonishing email sent by a trained engineer to his uncle a month after a young girl was allegedly killed by her faith-healing church group has been revealed.
Shock reply after arrests near Ibrahim home
A lawyer for two men allegedly found with guns near John Ibrahim’s house has said he’s “not sure” if police allege it was an assassination attempt.
Men allegedly force Aussie teens to marry
Three men who allegedly forced two Aussie teenagers who were dating each other to marry have fronted court.
Major loss in landmark class action
A massive landmark case against a common garden weed killer product has learnt whether it was able to prove the herbicide has links to cancer.
Brother’s shock claim on sister’s death
The brother of a young girl made a shock claim after the child’s death, allegedly after her insulin was withdrawn by a faith-healing church group.
TV star’s woes after alleged coke sale to cop
A reality TV star has been hit with fresh charges after she allegedly sold a massive quantity of cocaine to an undercover police officer.
Shock development in home invasion horror
The two teens who attacked Wallabies legend Toutai Kefu and his family in a horrific home invasion have been sentenced for the gruesome crime, but it’s not the end of the case.
Trust in government ‘being tested’: ASIO
Australia’s powerful spy chief has admitted “little progress” has been made working with tech companies to tackle right-wing extremism.
Creepy text as diabetic girl lay dying
Creepy texts exchanged between members of a religious sect as a diabetic girl lay dying in her home have been displayed to a judge.
Skateboarding dog arrested at Opera House
An Insta-famous dog and its owner have been arrested outside the world-famous landmark — leading to bizarre scenes.
Dad hit with fresh charge after fatal crash
A young father has been hit with a new charge after he was accused of driving at nearly twice the speed limit before a horror crash that killed two teenagers.
Shock backflip on Aussie spy boss
Australia’s powerful spy chief has been reinstated as a permanent member of the National Security Committee, months after his controversial axing came to light.
Court twist in missing man’s alleged murder
A man initially accused of the murder of a missing man whose body has never been found has had his charges downgraded.
Man allegedly hired hit man in India
A man is accused of hiring a hit man in India to kill his ex-father-in-law, who was shot in the head but survived.
‘Lying cow’: Senator defends Higgins slur
New court documents have revealed the alleged circumstances that led to a Liberal Senator using a slur against Brittany Higgins.
Reynolds’ new claim in Higgins case
Senator Linda Reynolds is fighting to have Brittany Higgins cover the cost of her medical bills, claiming she was responsible for the exacerbation of a cardiac condition.
‘Hallelujah’: Moment accused man joined cult
The moment a father charged with the murder of his diabetic daughter was baptised into a cult-like religious group has been played in court.
‘Can’t do this in Australia’: Mum’s betrayal
A woman faces deportation to Afghanistan as a court weighs up whether she goes to jail for forcing her daughter into a murderous marriage.
Reality star’s win after drug downfall
A troubled former reality TV star has scored a win in court after she was busted driving while under the influence of drugs.
Massive threat issued to tech giants
The eSafety Commissioner has officially put the tech giants on notice: Do more to protect Aussie kids or cop massive fines.
Urgent warning for illegal ‘sex power’ meds
Health authorities have issued an urgent warning for an ‘extreme’ medicine that could put men with erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation in serious danger.
Win for glam banker facing 120 fraud charges
A glamorous former bank employee has scored a win as she prepares to fight allegations she used her role to defraud banks.
Bookie’s fate looms over inducement claims
Australia’s best-known bookie and husband of legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse will have to wait to learn his fate over claims he induced a punter to keep betting.
Update on alleged grandma basher
The immigration detainee accused of bashing and robbing an elderly couple months after he was freed from indefinite detention has again faced court.
Man accused of indecent act on flight
A man allegedly harassed a passenger and committed an act of indecency on them on-board a flight from Dubai to Sydney, a court has been told.
Knife horrors spark call for new police power
One state is calling on the public to help it shape tough new knife crime laws in the wake of the Bondi massacre and a panicked meltdown at a second major city shopping centre.
Driver ‘deliberately’ hit young mum, cops
A woman has been charged with murder after she allegedly “deliberately drove at and struck” a young mother known to her in broad daylight.
Doctor cleared of sexually touching patient
A psychiatrist has successfully quashed his conviction for sexually touching a young patient on his therapist’s couch on appeal.
Boy, 15, charged with man’s murder
A teenager has been charged with murder after a man died from alleged fatal stab wounds in Sydney’s inner-west.
Man threatened to send ex’s nude pictures
A Newcastle man threatened to send intimate images and videos of his ex-partner to her friends and family, a court has been told.
Inside shadowy beliefs of ‘cult’ on trial
A trial of 14 members of a small, close-knit religious group over the death of a young girl has shed light on its cult-like beliefs.
‘Going to see it’: Faith healer’s bold claim
The leader of a religious circle on trial over the death of a young diabetic girl was recorded asserting the child would be “healed” in the months before she died.
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