Young tradie killed in drunk MMA ‘playfight’
After a huge night out in Melbourne, tragedy struck as a life was cut short when two young mates began playfighting in their CBD accommodation.
Courts & Law
Update after journalist killed in truck crash
The truck driver behind the wheel when a respected sports journalist was struck gave police one reason why he refused to allow them to take a mandatory blood sample.
‘Lambo guy’ beats hooning charge
The flashy billionaire, known for his buying sprees on The Block, has been cleared of a hooning charge after a four-year court battle.
Corrupt cops flag new fight to hide identities
Two police officers who formed a “joint criminal enterprise” with gangland barrister Nicola Gobbo have revealed they may take their fight to remain anonymous to Australia’s highest court.
Healer who fed mum mushrooms sentenced
A “respected” wellness guru has avoided a criminal conviction after admitting she supplied magic mushrooms to an event where a woman died.
Killer could be released in months
A man involved in the cold-case killing of a Victorian dad could be released from prison in months, a court has been told.
‘Absurd’ theory about ex-lover’s murder
A wife jailed after both her husband and ex died in a botched assassination has had her hopes of overturning a murder sentence dashed.
Talented basketballer killed in horror attack
Two brothers have been slammed as cowards after a rising sportsman was killed in an unprovoked attack while out celebrating his birthday.
Alleged hijacker exposes security holes
A teenager allegedly slipping through a security fence and threatening to blow up a plane has exposed gaps in security at Melbourne’s second airport.
Dodgy builder’s $46,000 bill after $400 job
A “volatile” builder who left clients needing tens of thousands of dollars in repairs hugged his lawyer as he walked free from court with a fine.
Company boss accused of upskirting 150
A regional accounting firm director allegedly filmed underneath the skirts of about 150 women and girls, a court has been told.
Cops seek ‘expert’ help in protest flag case
Police have called in “expert analysis” in their case against a man accused of waving a terror group’s flag during a pro-Palestine rally.
‘Lambo Guy’ denies lying in court
The flashy Melbourne billionaire has disputed he invented an innocent explanation to help defend himself against hooning charges.
Rich-lister hits back on hooning claim
An Aussie rich-lister has hit back at hooning allegations, saying he had an “embarrassing” explanation.
Dramatic measure to recruit more cops
One police force has scrapped the entrance exam for a specific group of recruits in a bid to stem the frontline worker shortage.
Mum killed by son after simple request
A man who killed his elderly mother after he was invited over to help flip a mattress could walk free in as little as three years, a court has been told.
Bikie’s appeal over innocent man’s killing
A bikie jailed over the freeway execution of an innocent father on his way to work has learnt the outcome of his effort to overturn the conviction.
Jet skiers accused of dangerous act
Jet skiers who allegedly endangered the lives of swimmers at a popular snorkelling spot face a string of charges over a series of dramatic events.
Terrifying moment woman flees carjacking
Shocking footage has emerged of the moment a woman was allegedly punched and chased during an attempted carjacking at a car wash.
Man‘s role in slingshot damage spree
A man has faced court on his 51st birthday as he learnt his fate over a slingshot spree that caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage.
Football fans’ pre-game Nazi salute: cops
Charges have been laid against seven men who were allegedly photographed performing a Nazi salute on their way to a soccer game.
Update on alleged Easey St killer case
The man police allege was responsible for the brutal Easey St killings of two young housemates almost 50 years ago has returned to court as lawyers sought one thing.
Woman allegedly set on fire in dispute
The horror incident allegedly began with a neighbourhood noise dispute before spiralling.
Update on alleged Sam Murphy killer
The Ballarat man police allege killed Samantha Murphy has returned to court just weeks after her disappearance reached a grim milestone.
’Wreak havoc’: New claims about graffiti artist
The alleged graffiti artist behind the notorious Pam the Bird murals has returned to court for a second crack at being released from custody.
Australia’s biggest super fund fined $27m
Australia’s biggest superannuation fund has been fined $27m for charging duplicate fees to tens of thousands of customers.
Teens accused of fatal warehouse fire
Police have been slammed for unacceptable delays in the case of three teenagers charged after a factory fire killed two men.
Comment that sparked brutal DJ bashing
A popular DJ was left in an induced coma days after he was set upon in a vicious attack sparked by one comment.
Killer’s big call just days from trial
Just days before he was set to face trial, a man has made an admission in relation to a 21-year-old who vanished more than two years ago.
Father-in-law killer maintains innocence
A woman found to have brutally murdered her partner’s elderly father continues to claim she is innocent and that she knows who is responsible, a court has been told.
Australia’s worst pedophile priest dies
He was convicted of abusing more than 70 children over three decades as a parish priest in Victoria’s west.
Teen accused of Jewish MP office attack
A 19-year-old accused of vandalising the electoral office of a Jewish MP has revealed plans to fight the allegations after a deal with prosecutors was thrown out.
Update after lifeguard bashed at pool
The lifeguard, 19, was patrolling a public pool when he was approached by a group of teenagers and allegedly assaulted.
Reason alleged killers’ identities hidden
The identities of two men accused of murdering an underworld figure who shot back have been suppressed for this reason.
Businessman‘s $3.4m kickback on property deal
A “highly regarded” businessman and community leader has learnt his fate for paying out a kickback during an international property deal.
Call for alcohol delivery curfew
Following the death of a 30-year-old from alcohol poisoning, a coroner is calling for curfews for booze home delivery.
Warning to conwoman who inspired film
A notorious conwoman, once the subject of a documentary, has abandoned plans to appeal her latest fraud conviction after a judge delivered a simple warning.
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.
First pic as alleged graffiti artist jailed
The man allegedly behind Melbourne’s infamous Pam the Bird graffiti has been spotted heading to jail after a court found no conditions could reduce his risk of offending.
New probe for alleged Pam the Bird artist
The man police allege is behind Melbourne’s infamous Pam the Bird graffiti is being probed by police over a knife attack, a court has been told.
Wife ‘asleep’ when stabbing husband: court
A murder charge has been dropped against a woman accused of the stabbing death of her husband after a major finding in court.
Twist as body found after alleged break-in
A homeless man has been named in court after allegedly breaking into the home where an elderly great-grandfather was later found dead.
Mum’s heartache as tragic milestone looms
The mother of Samantha Murphy says she still holds hope her daughter will be found as the one-year anniversary of her disappearance nears.
Granddad dies in alleged burglary
A great-grandfather killed during an alleged burglary was “so excited” to set sail on his dream cruise just days later.
Man charged over double fatal shooting
Three men now stand charged with murder after a man and woman were allegedly fatally shot in Melbourne’s south.
Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti artist named
A controversial piece of graffiti plastered in seemingly impossible places across Melbourne is solely the work of one man, police believe.
Woman to fight alleged drug death case
A woman accused of manslaughter months after a man died from a suspected “adverse” drug reaction has revealed plans to fight the allegations, a court has been told.
Huge update after student dies on school trip
A Melbourne private school has been fined $140,000 after 16-year-old student Lachlan Cook suffered fatal diabetes complications while on a school trip to Vietnam.
AFL legend’s son learns fate for $144k rort
The son of AFL great Robert ‘Dipper’ DiPierdomenico has learned his fate after he was caught ripping off his employer to fuel a gambling addiction.
Strange car detail in gangland killing
A second vehicle with a strange distinctive detail has been linked to the killing of a former underworld figure.
New details after underworld figure shot
A prominent former gangland figure was walking to his car with his girlfriend when he was shot multiple times, police allege.
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.
‘Skull f***’: Tradie’s vile emails to cop
A former tradie who told a police sergeant to “suck my balls” and threatened to “skull f*** those you love” has been denied a gun license.
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.
Worker crushed to death by forklift
A warehouse worker suffered fatal injuries after being crushed to death by a forklift while on a job – with his colleague now being convicted for failing to take care of his colleague.
Cops’ shock arrest over historic rape case
Police have made a breakthrough in an alleged historic rape case – arresting a man who allegedly broke into a woman’s home and assaulted her.
Man charged after teen allegedly abducted
Police will rely on DNA in the case against a Queensland man accused of abducting a teenager in Melbourne, a court has been told.
Alleged Sam Murphy killer admits drunk crash
The man police allege murdered Samantha Murphy has been slapped with a fine after pleading guilty to an unrelated drunk motorcycle crash.
‘Go die’: Accused firebug’s alleged demand
A woman who allegedly set fire to the homes and cars of her former housemates issued one demand for the fires to stop, a court has been told.
Alleged model killer’s courtroom request
A young fish and chips shop worker charged after allegedly killing a model while leaving a rave has asked a court for one thing.
Alleged activist kidnappers set to face trial
A man allegedly kidnapped and bashed by pro-Palestinian activists later claimed to have been offered a payment by a burger chain boss to drop the case, a court has been told.
PM’s plan to confront anti-Semitic attacks
The Prime Minister has revealed how he plans to tackle a rise in alleged anti-Semitic incidents across Australia after coming under fire in recent weeks.
Teen almost shot during gangland execution
A mother has described the horror when her family home was caught in the crossfire of a gangland execution, saying her 15-year-old son is ‘very lucky to be alive’.
Tragic find in search for missing man
The disappearance of a Melbourne man who was last seen by his family almost a year ago sparked months of searching, with police now alleging he was murdered.
Man’s thumbs up after murder charge
A man has appeared bewildered as he faced court accused of murder just days after police discovered the body of a 49-year-old man in Melbourne’s southeast.
Serial killer loses frypan legal fight
An Australian serial killer with a very specific diet has had his hopes to have cooking equipment in his cell dashed in court.
Man accused of sex attack on plane
A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman aboard a flight into Australia has been banned from leaving the country, a court has been told.
Teacher’s body allegedly dumped in bin
The man accused of killing a teacher before her body was allegedly dumped in a bin has revealed plans to fight the charge, a court has been told.
Alleged Caulfield Racecourse arsonist named
The man accused of lighting a fire that allegedly left a $1m damage bill for an iconic racecourse has been named during a brief court appearance.
Mystery over grim discovery at home
An urgent investigation is underway after a man’s body was found after police were called to a suburban address.
Update after woman pushed on tracks
A man who shoved a stranger off a busy train platform has been told to expect an almost year-long jail sentence.
Neighbour breaks silence on cold case arrest
A neighbour of a man alleged to have been using a false name before he was charged with a cold case murder has shared new details on the man she knew as ‘David’.
Thieves bash shop staff in brazen act
Dramatic footage has emerged of supermarket staff being attacked and their store trashed by a group of thieves, forcing them to fight back.
Twist after fire exposed alleged drug plot
Police have levelled a wild new claim in court after two men were allegedly found fleeing a bushfire with trucks full of cannabis on Christmas Eve.
‘Chilling’: Aussie doctor preyed on kids
An Australian doctor used his “God-like” status to prey on the children of cult members with a panel of judges finding his explanation for the crimes was “delusional and chilling”.
Woman accused of stabbing murder named
A woman who allegedly stabbed a man to death at her home has faced court for the first time.
Teen’s chilling ‘vow’ amid alleged terror plots
A young university hopeful allegedly promised “I will not hold back” in a series of notes detailing plans for a school shooting and bombing.
‘Not surprised’: Inside Sam Murphy search
Samantha Murphy’s disappearance quickly became one of Australia’s high-profile missing persons cases – but the progress of the case has the nation frustrated.
Arson charges laid on eve of fire ban
A man has been charged with intentionally setting fires in an area that has been gripped by bushfires and extreme fire danger.
Update after neo-Nazi protest in Melbourne
The update comes after a group fully covered in black clothing held up anti-Semitic signs on the steps of Victoria’s Parliament House.
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