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Financial adviser plunders $1.03m from client super
Subiaco financial adviser Anthony Torre defrauded eight clients of $1.03 million from their superannuation. Victims describe a devastating betrayal of trust that shattered their retirement. Read the full story.
Education Data Hack Exposes 1700 Victorian Schools
A major cyber attack on Victorian government schools has exposed student data, raising serious safety concerns, particularly for victims of domestic violence. Experts warn it's a child safety issue.
Woman released after Cringila tussle with police
A 36-year-old Wollongong woman has been released from custody after a physical struggle with officers in Cringila, described in court as 'juvenile' behaviour. Read the full details.
Victorian Schools Targeted in Major Cyber Attack
A significant cyber attack has breached Victorian government schools, exposing personal details of thousands of students. Authorities are investigating and implementing safeguards.
Serial abuser jailed for choking partner as police arrived
A serial domestic violence offender is back behind bars after choking his partner in Fairy Meadow. Magistrate Michael Love condemned the 'incredibly frightening' attack. Read the full court details.
Magistrate slams 'just a piece of paper' ADVO view
A Wollongong magistrate has issued a forceful warning, declaring he is 'sick and tired' of domestic violence orders being disregarded. Read the full court details and the consequences.
First childcare centre closed in safety crackdown, 37 families impacted
A Western Sydney childcare centre has been forcibly closed after ignoring safety warnings for over a decade. Authorities found 41 breaches, leaving dozens of families scrambling for new care. Read the full investigation.
Discover the Unexpected Splendours of Scotland's Brodie Castle
Explore Brodie Castle in the Scottish Highlands, where a Mediterranean-style ceiling, East India Company treasures, and a world-famous daffodil collection await. Plan your visit today.
Market Square Owners Fight Over $5.6m Estate
The owners of Geelong's Market Square are locked in a Supreme Court fight over their mother's multimillion-dollar estate. Discover the family dispute details.
Intruder breaches Kensington Palace security twice
A man twice gained unauthorised access to Kensington Palace grounds before Christmas, raising major security concerns for the royal family. Read the full details.
Townsville woman guilty of illegal greyhound euthanasia
Rhonda Essery of Townsville has been found guilty of illegally killing two greyhounds. The court case highlights serious animal welfare breaches. Read the full story and outcome.
Man charged over Perth Airport tarmac breach
A 25-year-old man will face court after allegedly forcing his way onto the Perth Airport tarmac. Read the full details on the security breach.
$64,800 donation to fight native animal extinction in QLD
The North Queensland Wildlife Trust has donated $64,800 to fund critical conservation projects, aiming to protect vulnerable native species from extinction. Learn how this funding will make a difference.
Patawalonga Gates Left Open, Risking Dolphin Habitat
A critical 17-metre floodgate on Adelaide's Patawalonga River was left open for days, endangering a vital dolphin nursery. Authorities are investigating the serious breach.
Big Brands Hit Bottom in 2025 Reputation Rankings
Australia's 2025 Corporate Reputation Index reveals stunning falls for major companies. Discover which brands lost trust and the costly reasons why. Read the full analysis.
High-risk DV offender fined for accidental zone breach
Kevin Steele, a high-risk domestic violence offender, was fined $1000 after claiming he accidentally entered a prohibited area in Waikiki. Magistrate Leanne Atkins called it a difficult sentencing exercise.
Security Failures Exposed After Bondi Junction Tragedy
A critical security failure at Westfield Bondi Junction is under scrutiny. As the community mourns, demands grow for accountability to ensure such a blunder is never repeated. Read the full investigation.
Sleep Scientist Given More Jail for Patient Footage, Stalking
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital scientist Stuart James King receives additional four-month sentence for stalking and indecent acts. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
NRL bans four agents, fines Storm and Roosters
The NRL has suspended four high-profile player agents and fined Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters over integrity breaches. Key stars face manager changes for 2026.
WA miner fined $2.2m for unlawful operations
Gold Valley Group and owner Yuzheng Xie hit with massive fines for mining without authority. The case follows a worker's death at their Wiluna West site. Read the full details.
Townsville man seeks bail on serious charges
Peter Joseph Simonsen applies for bail in Townsville Magistrates Court facing child exploitation material and breach of privacy charges. Read the latest on the case.
Hospital sleep scientist jailed for patient video access
A Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital sleep scientist has been sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for accessing intimate footage of female patients. Judge condemns hospital's filming practices. Read the full story.
Ex-student charged with fresh cyber-attacks while on bail
A former Western Sydney University student, Birdie Kingston, faces new charges for alleged cyber-attacks while on bail. Police claim she sent fraudulent emails and possessed a modified phone. Read the full story.
National Arboretum praised as Canberra's crowning glory
Readers praise Canberra's National Arboretum while Senate estimates scrutinise the War Memorial's Carlyon Prize 'debacle'. Letters also tackle climate policy, trust in government, and Ukraine funding.
Seniors bombarded by calls after aged care data leak
Unscrupulous providers scraped private data from the My Aged Care website, leading to a barrage of sales calls targeting vulnerable older Australians. Learn how to protect yourself.
My Aged Care data leak sparks sales call barrage
Elderly Australians are being bombarded with aggressive sales calls after unscrupulous aged care providers scraped their private data from a government website. Learn how to protect yourself.
Govt cracks down on corporate rip-offs, consumer trust plummets
Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh leads a national crackdown on unfair corporate practices, as new research reveals Australian trust in big business is at its lowest ever. Discover the new laws and the sinister shift away from 'the customer is always right'
Parliament Security Failure: Contractor Had No Clearance
A contractor without security clearance accessed 100,000+ parliamentary emails. Senator McGrath calls it 'extraordinary failure of leadership'. Senate inquiry underway.
Authentic Inclusion Builds Trust in Australian Brands
Discover how embedding genuine diversity and inclusion into brand DNA, not just campaigns, builds consumer trust in multicultural Australia. Learn from industry leaders.
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