New QLD knife laws lead to major weapons haul
Queensland's new knife laws see police scan thousands, seizing 45 weapons in Townsville alone. Discover the impact of the crackdown on public safety.
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135 arrests under Jack's Law in Far North QLD
Queensland police have made 135 arrests and seized 32 weapons in a major Far North operation using Jack's Law wanding powers. Read the full details of the crackdown.
ACT considers criminal penalties for hate speech
The ACT government is reviewing its anti-vilification laws, proposing criminal penalties for extreme hate speech to protect Jewish, Muslim, and LGBTIQA+ communities. Read the details.
Carrington knife attack: Woman charged with domestic violence
A 22-year-old woman faces domestic violence charges after an alleged knife assault on a man in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries. Read the full details.
Arrest after alleged stabbing at Carrington hotel
A 22-year-old woman is in custody following an alleged knife attack on a man at a Young Street venue in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
Carrington knife assault: One arrested, one injured
A major police response followed a reported knife assault on Young Street, Carrington. One man is in custody, another was treated for a laceration and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
Thompson slams PM's gun control and hate speech law merger
Federal MP Phillip Thompson accuses the Prime Minister of a political stunt by merging gun control with hate speech laws. Read his full critique and the government's response.
Newcastle knife brawl: Accused teen granted bail
An 18-year-old has been granted bail over a violent Marketown car park brawl that left another youth with serious neck injuries. Police allege the incident was a pre-arranged fight caught on CCTV. Read the latest court details.
WA Premier Sets Deadline for Vape and Tobacco Laws
WA Premier Roger Cook has set a deadline for new vape and tobacco laws, but a full crackdown could be months away. Get the latest on the state's public health push.
Man pleads guilty to knife assault in Belmont home
Joshua Hardy admitted to a terrifying knife assault inside a Belmont residence. The court heard details of the violent home invasion and the victim's ordeal. Read the full story.
Calls for Alcohol Education, Not Crackdown, in Cairns
Cairns community leaders argue for better alcohol education and support services instead of a public drunkenness crackdown. Learn why they say the current approach fails.
Three charged after Rockingham shopping centre brawl
A violent altercation at a Rockingham shopping centre led to three arrests after a man allegedly brandished a knife. Police responded swiftly to the public disturbance.
Man charged over alleged Cairns daylight knife attack
A man has been charged following an alleged violent street attack in Cairns, where a victim was reportedly hit and threatened with a knife. Read the full details.
Man charged over knife threats in Canberra's Fyshwick
A 44-year-old Ainslie man faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing knives and threatening the public in Fyshwick. ACT Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the incident.
Court finds sentence for Cairns knife attacker was excessive
Queensland's Court of Appeal reduces the jail term for a Cairns man who stabbed a stranger, ruling the original sentence was manifestly excessive. Read the full legal details.
Cairns robbery: Woman sought after knife attack
Police are searching for a woman after a staff member was allegedly slashed with a knife during a robbery at a Cairns business. The shocking incident occurred in Earlville.
Greens warn against 'knee-jerk' protest crackdown after Bondi
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury criticises NSW's post-Bondi protest laws as a 'knee-jerk reaction' while supporting tighter gun controls and a review of anti-vilification laws in the territory.
Council warns against unlawful living in structures
Hinchinbrook Shire Council issues a formal warning to residents living unlawfully in sheds, caravans, and other structures. Learn the rules and potential fines.
Woman forces driver to ferry in Brisbane carjacking
A 33-year-old woman allegedly threatened a ride-share driver with a knife, forcing a trip to a ferry for Coochiemudlo Island. Police later arrested her on the island. No one was injured.
E-bike Safety Scam: A Sticker Hides Illegal Power
An e-bike importer reveals how illegal bikes are sold with fake compliance stickers and hack codes. Police warn parents to check devices as fines soar and tragic deaths mount.
WA Knife Wanding Seizes 228 Weapons, Charges 1000+
Western Australia's new knife wanding laws have removed 228 dangerous weapons from streets and led to over 1000 charges in just three months. See the full impact of the crackdown.
Man charged after Cairns police shooting
A 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
ACT shooters react to proposed national firearms law changes
Canberra's shooting community reacts to national cabinet's proposed firearms law changes, arguing limits on ownership could harm sport and farming. Read the local impact.
Expanded police search powers for Geelong areas
Victoria Police granted new powers to stop and search without warrant in Geelong CBD, Corio, and Waurn Ponds to combat knife crime and public violence. The 12-month order starts April 26.
Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
WA Dental Clinics Operate Without Sedation Licences
Exclusive: Scores of WA dentists perform complex surgeries under deep sedation in unlicensed clinics, sparking a government safety review. Discover the risks and the push for new regulations.
Boy threatened with knife by teen e-bike rider in Perth park
A 12-year-old boy was allegedly threatened with a knife by a teenage e-bike rider in an Eglinton park. WA Police are investigating the shocking incident.
Repeat driver's sentence overturned in Townsville court
A Townsville man's sentence for a 10th unlicensed driving offence has been overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the court's decision and the new penalties imposed.
Charity Law Chaos: Australia's Not-for-Profit Regulatory Mess
Australia's 600,000 community groups face a nightmare of overlapping state and federal regulations. Denis Moriarty argues the system is broken and needs a reboot. Read why.
Parent slams Geelong College over knife chase
A Geelong College parent demands accountability after a student was chased with a knife on campus. Read the full story and the school's response.
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