Major update in wife’s mower murder case
An air force pilot charged with the murder of his wife after allegedly staging it to look like a ride-on mower “accident” has secured a major court win.
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Grooming charges against teacher dropped
Charges against an Aussie teacher who was due to stand trial accused of grooming a 15-year-old male student have been dropped.
Update after person dies in hostel fire
Police have provided an update after an enormous fire ripped through a backpackers’ hostel and left one person dead.
‘Nothing to hide’: MKR star responds to assault charges
A former My Kitchen Rules star says she has ‘nothing to hide’ after pleading guilty at court to hitting, kicking and ‘spitting on’ children.
Cyclist killed in alleged hit-and-run
A 34-year-old cyclist has died after he was allegedly struck by a car in a hit-and-run in Queensland.
Update after chilling gunshot voicemail
Police have confirmed they are investigating a disturbing audio message featuring gunshots that an election candidate says was sent to his phone.
Mum’s heartbreaking ‘body box’ trial claim
The mother of a woman found dead in a “body box” on a balcony has appeared at court, telling a jury how her daughter would tell her she was “safe” every day.
Chilling act after alleged murder, court told
A jury has been told of a man’s alleged chilling act of deception, just after he allegedly murdered his flatmate and put her in a “body box”.
Cops save seven kids from sick alleged abuse
Chilling footage has emerged of the moment police caught up with a man accused of shocking child sex abuse crimes against Aussie and Filipino kids.
CCTV reveals horror find in family pool
Police have launched an investigation after an unknown man was caught repeatedly sneaking into a family home to take a dip in their pool.
‘Tragic’: Man accused of fatal highway rampage
The lawyer for a man accused of a deadly highway rampage that claimed the life of a 22-year-old woman has given an update on the “serious and tragic” case.
Mum breaks silence after daughter killed
The mother of a 22-year-old who died in a highway crash in Queensland has spoken out about their final conversation.
Woman dead, man shot in highway chaos
A woman has died, a man has been shot, and another has been seriously injured in a wild scene that played out on Easter Monday.
New clip before mum found dead in river
New footage showing the final hours of Crystal Beale has been released nearly two months after she was found dead in the Brisbane River.
Wife killer loses DNA appeal bid
A man who murdered his wife in 2017 by hitting her in the head with a hammer and leaving her by the side of the road has lost his bid to overturn his conviction.
Mum killed in ‘suspicious’ house fire
A 45-year-old man has been charged with domestic violence, murder and arson after the body of a Queensland mum was found inside a burnt out home.
Pilot’s text after alleged lawnmower killing
In a dramatic courtroom clash, the alleged murder of a pilot’s wife was laid bare, with the prosecution branding the pilot a “master manipulator.”
Child murderer found dead in jail
A man sentenced to life behind bars for killing a foster child in his care has been found dead in his Queensland jail cell.
Surf coach hit with new child sex charges
A once-popular and respected surf coach accused of sexually assaulting children has been hit with new charges, after he told a court the existing allegations were “all true”.
Woman injured in clash with dog owner
A woman in her 60s suffered serious injuries when a dog owner allegedly rugby tackled her to the ground during a brief clash on a Sunshine Coast beach.
Update after teens ‘trash’ Airbnb property
Police have issued a huge update after hundreds of teenagers allegedly attended an open-invite party at an Airbnb, only to leave it completely ‘trashed’.
Naked man, shouting before fatal altercation
A man has died after a heated daylight altercation in a quiet street, with neighbours recalling a naked man running moments before police arrived.
Airbnb ‘trashed’ after teens throw party
A homeowner has responded after hundreds of teens allegedly trashed an Airbnb during a wild party, with invites shared via social media.
Murder charge after man found dead in home
Neighbours reported hearing “screaming” and “wailing” before police were called to a Brisbane unit where a man had allegedly been fatally stabbed.
Aussie mum suspected murdered overseas
Australian Federal Police officers travelled to Bangladesh amid a probe into the suspected murder of a young Queensland mother.
New details on alleged fatal dose to dying man
Police have alleged a woman unlawfully administered a fatal dose of medication to accelerate a dying man’s death, claiming it was murder rather than assisted suicide.
Woman ‘tortured 4yo for nearly a year’: court
A Queensland woman allegedly tortured a four-year-old girl for nearly a year, with police telling a court the child’s injuries were among the worst they have seen.
Man’s pic released after shooting
Police have released a photo of a man they believe can help with their inquiries after a man was shot and a second person critically injured.
Man filmed 40 people in their homes: cops
A man has been charged after allegedly filming people inside their own homes without their knowledge, with police racing to identify 35 alleged victims.
Bombshell update in body in wall case
Police have revealed a bombshell update in their investigation into the alleged murder of a woman whose body was found wrapped and buried behind a besser block wall.
Mum’s TikToks before alleged child murder
The case against a mum charged with the murder of her young daughter after posting TikToks is facing another delay.
Elite school grad’s horror road act
A former elite private school student killed an elderly woman in a horrific car crash before being cornered in a muddy drain by police.
D-Day set for accused baby killer couple
A couple charged with the murder of their infant son, who was allegedly found with “significant” injuries, have answered to their charges at court.
Man booked flight after mum’s murder: cops
Police have revealed more horrific alleged details surrounding the murder of an elderly mum in the front yard of her home.
17yo girl charged after carpark shooting
A 17-year-old girl has been charged with attempted murder after a man was shot in a carpark, leaving him with serious injuries.
Woman’s body found on bike path
A member of the public made the grim discovery on a popular bikeway in a major city.
Second man allegedly helped ‘terror’ suspect
Police have charged a second man over his alleged involvement in helping an organised crime figure linked to a fake caravan terror plot flee the country.
Nephew’s vile act after uncle’s murder
A convicted killer who murdered his rich uncle, dismembering his body and dumping the remains in bushland, has suffered a major court setback.
Bomb scare at major store
A Bunnings store was evacuated after a suspicious device was found in one city, while there was another scare in another state after protesters left behind a box.
Bizarre reason for Block star’s assault
Ex-reality TV star Suzi Taylor has escaped jail time following a bizarre confrontation that ended in her leaving the scene on an e-scooter.
Man allegedly helped ‘terror’ suspect flee
A man who allegedly helped an organised crime figure believed to be behind a fabricated caravan terror plot flee the country has been charged.
Aussies targeted in crypto text scam
Aussies have been targeted in a scam where fake texts impersonating a cryptocurrency exchange appear where they shouldn’t.
Update in ride-on mower murder case
A court has been told of a possible delay in the case against an air force pilot charged with his wife’s murder following a ride-on mower “accident”.
Manhunt after midnight drive-by shooting
A man has been rushed to hospital after a shooting in southeast Queensland overnight.
Female teacher’s vile request to 12yo
A teacher’s years-long sexual abuse of a 12-year-old, where she encouraged the child to “watch porn” to learn about sex, has been revealed. WARNING: CONFRONTING
Twist after baby left to die in drug binge
A huge development in the case against a man accused of causing the death of an eight-month-old baby has emerged moments before his trial was due to start.
Man’s horrifying act in popular mall
A ‘menace’ serving a hefty jail term for stabbing a complete stranger in a popular tourist mall has suffered a huge blow in his bid to overturn the ‘unreasonable’ verdict.
Man slashed with machete for car keys: cops
A man was allegedly slashed with a machete after he was approached by two men demanding his car keys.
Update as Lehrmann dumps legal team
A new delay has emerged in Bruce Lehrmann’s Queensland rape case just days after the former political staffer dumped his legal team.
‘Desperate’: Family’s plea after mum’s death
A young woman is pleading with the public for answers after her mother was found dead in the Brisbane River as police try to solve the mystery.
‘Planned’: Chilling detail in fatal park brawl
A judge has delivered a verdict in the case of 12 men on trial for the murder of a teenager in a “planned” and bloody public park brawl.
Suspicious find on beach after cyclone
Multiple suspicious packages with unknown contents have washed up on Aussie shores following a wild weather event, sparking a major police operation.
Pub owner’s brutal takedown of ‘drop kicks’
A pub manager has said what many in his community have been afraid of saying after a near-tragic incident at the venue during broad daylight.
‘Rain hell’: Lehrmann’s shock rape case move
Bruce Lehrmann has made a shock move ahead of a pending criminal trial in Toowoomba, where he is set to defend two counts of rape.
Child-killing cult leader’s sickening outburst
Explosive footage captured a killer cult leader’s defiant outburst to police after the fringe Christian sect fatally withdrew an 8yo girl’s insulin for God to “heal” her.
Cops make huge drug bust in cyclone patrol
Body cam footage captures the moment Gold Coast cops on patrol ahead of ex Cyclone Alfred made an incredible drug bust.
Man shot dead by cops near private school
Chaos has unfolded outside a private school on the Gold Coast, leaving one man dead and two others injured.
Raygun’s brother hit with court charge
The brother of Australian Olympian Raygun has been charged with dealing with the proceeds of crime.
Plea for help in alleged child sex abuse case
Police say they would like to speak to this man in relation to alleged child sex abuse offences on the Gold Coast.
Chilling texts as girl ‘minutes’ from death
The bone-chilling exchanges between a faith-healing cult leader and the mother of a young girl who was “minutes” from death have been revealed.
Ex basketball coach hit with child sex charges
A former Queensland basketball coach has been hit with additional child sexual assault charges allegedly committed against three children aged between 11 to 15.
Aussies raided in alleged AI child abuse case
Two Australian men are among dozens charged as part of a global investigation into the alleged production of AI-generated child abuse material.
Young mum shot dead on street
A manhunt is underway for people who were inside a white Toyota Camry when a young mum of three was shot dead on a street in North Toowoomba.
Top cop drops major bombshell
Queensland’s top cop has made a shock announcement following an unexpected health scare.
Cops watch on as brawls break out
Footage has emerged of police hesitating to intervene in brawls between Indigenous communities, but the move has been backed by authorities.
Mum stares down gunmen in home invasion
A Caboolture woman has shared the terrifying moment when her 19-year-old son was allegedly held at gunpoint by an armed trio.
Wild moment cop chases down thief
Police have released body-cam footage of the moment a female officer chased down a man attempting to break into a home in rural Queensland.
‘Justice’: Sister speaks as killer cult jailed
The sister of a young girl killed by religious fanatics who believed God would “heal” her diabetic condition has paid a sombre tribute outside court.
Woman dead after shooting in suburban street
Police are on the scene after a woman was shot dead at a home in a major regional city, with locals told to stay indoors while a manhunt got underway.
Builder paid boat workers in meth: court
A builder supplied drugs to contractors working on his houseboat – taking the price of the drugs out of their remuneration.
Teen in custody after fatal scooter crash
A teenager is in custody after an elderly man died when a car allegedly collided with his mobility scooter.
Dramatic arrest footage after alleged rape
Dramatic footage of cops chasing down a teen wanted after a woman was allegedly raped in a “sickening” home invasion has been released.
‘Traumatic’: Baby allegedly killed by relative
A 20-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a 10-week-old baby girl.
Armed intruders break in to TV host’s home
A TV news reporter has shared the “confronting” experience she had when intruders armed with a tomahawk and a baseball bat broke into her home while she slept.
‘No right’: Sister’s anguish over girl’s death
She spoke ahead of the sentencing for the members of a cult-like religious circle after they were found guilty of manslaughter.
Body found after holiday unit fire
Footage of the incident shows giant clouds of smoke billowing out of the third-storey apartment’s glass windows where a body was found afterwards.
Man’s murder charge after body found in car
A man has been charged with murder after police discovered the body of a 21-year-old man on the back seat of a car.
Update after man shot in face, shoulder
New details have emerged after a man was shot in the face and shoulder, with police hoping to speak to a man they believe can help with their inquiries.
Two bodies found inside tourist strip unit
The bodies of two people have been found dead inside a unit at a Gold Coast apartment complex in a possible murder-suicide.
Albo activates flood payments for victims
Residents in Far North Queensland rocked by surging floods will be able to access emergency disaster relief, Anthony Albanese has confirmed.
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