Man shot after allegedly wielding cleaver
A man has been shot by police after he allegedly ran towards officers while armed with a meat cleaver.
Courts & Law
ABC boss’ explosive emails on sacked host
Former ABC chair Ita Buttrose’s emails about Antoinette Lattouf have played a big role in the presenter’s unlawful termination case in the Federal Court.
Wife killer’s huge court move revealed
Chris Dawson, who is serving 24 years in prison for murdering his wife Lynette Simms, is asking the country’s highest court for a fresh trial.
Nurse masturbated in front of patient
A Western Sydney nurse has been barred from the profession after he was found to have masturbated in front of a dementia patient.
Man stabs mum 15 times, says he’s ‘Lucifer’
The young man stabbed his mother with a paint scraper during a psychotic episode and later told police he was “Lucifer”.
Complaints about Lattouf revealed
Details of the complaints made to the ABC about Antoinette Lattouf have been revealed in former chair Ita Buttrose’s statement to the Federal Court.
Man in alleged fake sex abuse scam identified
The man is one of seven charged over an alleged fraudulent sexual abuse compensation claims scheme totalling over $1 billion.
A-League spot fixing scandal explodes
The former captain of an A-League club has been hit with fresh charges over his alleged role in a betting scandal, with police alleging he was involved in corrupting the betting outcome of four more games.
Alleged fake sex abuse scam revealed
A group of people have been arrested after they allegedly stood to make millions from encouraging people to make false historical sexual abuse claims.
‘Are we not on dry land?’: ‘Sovereign’ arrested
A ranting sovereign citizen attempted to charge police officers $33,000 an hour during a traffic stop – before being hit with a slew of charges.
Building company fined over toxic danger
A construction company has been slapped with a hefty penalty for providing false information to authorities about dumping asbestos at a property.
‘Poisoned’: Moment that halted ABC host case
Lawyers for the ABC and Antoinette Lattouf have been involved in a heated verbal stoush.
Cop found dead in police station identified
A NSW police officer found dead inside the Sydney Police Centre has been remembered as a kind and helpful man.
‘Congratulatory’: Ita grilled on emails
The former chair of the ABC Ita Buttrose has been grilled about her response to an email that was sent after a radio host was sacked.
Drunk cop crashes car after 19 drinks
The senior cop drank at least 19 drinks with mates before getting behind the wheel of an unmarked police car.
Real estate agent’s claim over alleged attacks
The lawyer for a real estate agent who avoided jail for a terrifying samurai sword attack claims his client doesn’t remember attacking four people.
‘Big hole’ in case against Tyrrell foster father
A judge has told a court that there is a “big hole” in the case against William Tyrrell’s foster father after he was convicted of intimidating a child.
Update after alleged 40-person brawl
A man is fighting for life after he was allegedly hit in the head with a baseball bat during a street brawl, with police looking to speak to up to 40 people.
‘Stop the f***ing noise’: Disturbing attack
A video has revealed the moment a man allegedly struck a younger man in the head with a metal police after telling him to “stop the f***ing noise”.
‘Never forgive’: Son’s brave words to killer cop
Family of a great-grandmother fatally tasered by a police officer have stared her killer down in court as they share their grief over his actions.
‘Double dipping’: $7m family feud explodes
A $7 million feud between two cousins has exploded in the Supreme Court, with their once close relationship souring amid the fight over their fashion empire.
Man charged with baby’s murder
A man from country NSW has been charged with the murder of a four-month-old baby boy who died in hospital last month.
ABC denies bowing to Ita over Lattouf
The ABC’s chief content officer Chris Oliver-Taylor, a key player in the sacking of presenter Antoinette Lattouf, has appeared in the witness stand in the Federal Court.
TV star charged with driving on drugs
Embattled former TV star Andrew O’Keefe has been hit with a fresh fine and banned from driving returning a positive drug test in Sydney last year.
Fears as ankle monitoring company goes bust
An urgent review has commenced after a private firm that offers GPS tracking services for offenders on bail went bust, leaving authorities scrambling to locate the alleged offenders on bail.
Mum’s question after daughter murdered
A heartbreaking victim impact statement has been read in court detailing a mum’s anguish after her daughter was murdered by her partner.
‘Mistake’ to hire Lattouf: ABC boss
ABC managing director David Anderson has told a court he saw “anti-Semitic” posts on the presenter’s social media account.
Bizarre claim after man shot wife
The 37-year-old woman suffered lifelong injuries after being shot while she slept and was told she would likely never walk again.
‘Innocent’: Brother’s claim on terror plot
The brother of a man named on a counter-terror warrant claims his brother had “nothing to do with it” and is “innocent”.
15yo fatally stabs pizza shop owner: cops
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy over the death of a pizza shop owner who was fatally stabbed and “taken too soon”.
ABC boss makes shock racism claim
ABC boss David Anderson has conceded that several high-profile ABC presenters were not taken off air – like Antoinette Lattouf.
Axed ABC presenter reveals horror abuse
Axed ABC presenter Antoinette Lattouf has recalled the horror abuse she faced from members of the public in the wake of her sacking.
Text before alleged $6.5m cocaine smuggle
A text allegedly sent by a young New Zealander accused of trying to bring 20kg of cocaine into Australia from the US has been aired in court.
Ultimate insult for nurse who stole from patients
A nursing assistant who used a patient’s bank card to make transactions of more than $100,000 has been slapped with a major ban.
Sacked ABC presenter’s ‘controversial’ posts
An ABC fill-in presenter claims she was sacked from two shifts because of pro-Palestinian posts made on social media.
Twist as anti-Semitic attacks continue
Five women have been allegedly assaulted in Bondi in what police believe to be an anti-Semitic attack, as “f**k Jews” graffiti was found in several suburbs.
Man charged with 2yo’s murder
A man has been charged over the alleged murder of a two-year-old boy found unconscious at a regional home.
Premier’s plea as investigation ramps up
The NSW Premier has vowed no stone will be left unturned after a “deeply distressing” spate of alleged hate attacks across Sydney.
Grandad’s claim over child abuse material
A court has been told the reason why grandfather convicted of accessing child abuse material decided to access it in the first place.
Man allegedly murders partner in hotel room
A man accused of murdering his on-again and off-again partner inside a hotel will undergo a series of forensic procedures.
Ex-political reporter’s big legal move
A former Ten political reporter and Canberra bureau journalist has settled her lawsuit against Network 10.
Moment that sparked alleged cop assault
Details of the alleged assault of two officers in a Sydney late night hot spot have been revealed in court as one of the three men who is alleged to have played a role was denied bail.
Sailor’s big call on assault charges
Brisbane Broncos and Wallabies great Wendell Sailor will fight allegations he assaulted two men, a court has been told.
‘Bad press’: Why Seven settled with ex-staffer
Seven has settled its lawsuit with a producer who sued over her time at the embattled Spotlight program.
‘Bad press’: Why Seven settled with ex-staffer
Seven has settled its lawsuit with a producer who sued over her time at the embattled Spotlight program.
Teen arrested over man’s fatal stabbing
A teenage boy has been arrested after a man suffered fatal stab wounds, with a woman in her 30s facing court charged with murder.
Filmmaker’s concerning act with intimate pic
A cinematographer who worked on a hit Hollywood film has admitted to sharing an intimate image without consent.
Dad’s 6 words after son’s alleged cop attack
A father of one of the men accused of brutally attacking two off-duty police officers has spoken outside court.
Fresh blow to cash-strapped Star
Casino giant Star will shed a major entertainment venue as it attempts to raise enough cash to avoid collapse.
Blow for alleged memorial vandal
A Sydney man who is accused of defacing a police memorial has lost a court bid to be released into a mental health facility.
Test for cop accused of murdering two men
A police officer who allegedly murdered his ex-partner and the man’s new boyfriend will undergo psychiatric testing nearly a year after the alleged double homicide.
Isolated place where fugitive was found
A man accused of drug trafficking who was allegedly on the run has been arrested in a remote section of Australia.
Lewd-photo accused banned from beaches
The 63-year-old was arrested at Bronte Beach on Australia Day after reports of offensive and inappropriate behaviour were made to police.
Dark past of notorious gym’s owners
The owners of a gym where a father was shot dead have had their pasts detailed in court proceedings after their registrations were cancelled.
Sunbakers shocked after beach arrest
A man’s sensational arrest on a busy beach has been caught on camera as he faces allegations of “inappropriate behaviour”.
Woman fighting for life after balcony fall
Mystery surrounds the incident as police are yet to rule out whether a woman’s horror fall was suspicious.
Albo’s $6.4m promise to battle anti-Semitism
The Albanese government has made a multimillion funding promise to battle anti-Semitism in Australia with investment in education initiatives.
Tragic update on missing swimmer
Police have issued a tragic update on the search for a swimmer missing after having difficulties at a busy river.
TV lifeguard’s move after attacking woman
A lifeguard on the hit reality TV series Bondi Rescue has revealed his next move after he was found guilty of attacking a woman in a ‘fit of alcoholic rage’.
Horrific footage of violent attack played in court
Two young men are accused of a brutal attack on two off-duty police officers that was caught on a mobile phone recording, a court has been told.
Second man charged over synagogue attack
A second man has been charged over the Newtown Synagogue attack following a dramatic arrest at a Sydney hotel.
Deadly failures at aged-care home revealed
A coroner has handed down his findings into the 19 deaths of patients during the COVID-19 outbreak at Newmarch House at the height of the pandemic.
Football star’s brag before death threats
An A-League footballer asked police “Do you know who I am?” before threatening to shoot and kill officers who were trying to usher him out of a bar.
Carer’s record fine after choking death
An NDIS provider has been hit with the highest-ever civil penalty by the Federal Court against a provider after a man choked to death.
Aus Day safe after rail unions’ backdown
Millions of commuters have been saved from further train chaos over the Australia Day long-weekend after the rail unions made a key concession in the latest court stoush.
Man ‘can’t remember’ planting fake bomb
A man who placed a fake bomb on the car of a Palestinian supporter in Sydney says he “can’t remember” doing so, a court has heard.
Teacher’s aide accused of child prostitution
A teacher’s aide has been charged over allegations he prostituted children he met online, allegedly extorting them through “fraudulent” online profiles.
Fight for alleged killer cop’s phone records
There is a fight to reveal the phone records of a police officer who allegedly murdered his ex-partner and the man’s new boyfriend nearly a year after their deaths.
Woman’s Facebook post before attack: cops
A woman allegedly made a request on Facebook before carrying out an anti-Semitic attack in an affluent Sydney suburb, according to police.
Crucial deal could end NSW rail chaos
After an ongoing pay dispute led to transport chaos across Sydney, a crucial deal that could end the standoff between the unions and transport officials seems closer.
NAB worker’s shock $21m fraud scheme
A court has been told how a trio attempted to defraud a major Aussie bank out of millions of dollars through an elaborate scheme involving fake bank vouchers.
‘Stay away’: Stern warning for bird torturer
A bird torturer who previously tried to cook and eat an ibis has been issued a stern warning after he was charged with snaring two native birds with fishing wire.
Fresh blow for TV host amid drug battle
A troubled former TV host’s public battle with drug addiction has again been thrust into the spotlight after he was charged with drug-driving.
Man accused of vile act to native birds
A man has been charged with animal abuse offences after allegedly capturing two native birds and confining them in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.
Why pet owners could soon need ‘licence’
A coroner has made a huge suggestion that could change pet ownership in one state forever – after a tiny baby was mauled to death by a dog.
Threat holding Australia to ransom
The latest chaos with Sydney’s rail network has exposed a gaping flaw that allows Aussies to be held to ransom as unions pressure governments for better deals.
‘Evil at work’: Jewish leader’s call
A Jewish community leader whose former home was targeted by anti-Semitic vandalism has shared his fear if Aussies fail to condemn the “terrorists” behind the act.
The Aussie children ‘born in secret’
The shocking case of a Chinese couple who hid their two children at their Sydney home has been revealed.
Bachie star allegedly sold drugs to cop
The young woman is accused of supplying drugs, including to an undercover cop, and being a major player in a criminal network.
New blow for Bali Nine member
Matthew Norman, 38, has been arrested and charged in Sydney, just weeks after his return to Australia following 19 years behind bars in Indonesia.
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