Former Shire deputy president on child sex charges
Doug William Diver, ex-deputy president of Shire of Ashburton, faces Perth court on over a dozen child sex offences. The 59-year-old was remanded in custody. Read the latest.
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Constant Rain May Trigger Male Turtle Boom in Townsville
Persistent rain in Townsville is cooling beaches, potentially leading to a boom in male green sea turtle hatchlings. Experts monitor the crucial nesting season. Learn about this fascinating climate impact.
Father jailed 15 years for child sexual abuse of daughter
A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
Geelong Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
Jayden Brian, a former Methodist Ladies' College swim coach, faces court charged with sexually abusing a child. The alleged offences occurred in Geelong. Read the latest details.
Brisbane Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
A former swimming coach at Brisbane's Methodist Ladies' College has been charged with sexually abusing a child. The alleged offences occurred in 2022. Read the full story.
Townsville swim coach charged with child sex abuse
A former swim coach at a prestigious Townsville school has been charged with sexually abusing a child. Read the latest on the shocking case and the police investigation.
Boy, 3, found dead in car after Queensland search
A three-year-old boy was tragically found dead inside a car in Thabeban, near Bundaberg, hours after he went missing. The community is rallying to support his devastated family.
Police seek missing toddler from Bundaberg
Queensland Police urgently seek public help to find a missing three-year-old boy from Thabeban, last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns held.
Bega offender jailed after telling magistrate 'Sorry Champ'
A Bega man with a history of assaults on vulnerable people is sentenced to two years' jail after repeatedly interrupting court proceedings. Read the full story.
Daniel's Law: Qld Public Sex Offender Register Live
Queensland's landmark public sex offender register is now live, providing details of nearly 4000 convicted paedophiles. Learn how to access the tiers of information responsibly.
92 Children Rescued, 18 Charged in AFP Philippines Sting
A major AFP operation in the Philippines rescued 92 children and charged 18 facilitators. 13 Australians face charges for alleged involvement in the vile child exploitation trade. Read more.
Young boy found alone on Christmas Day in Sydney's southwest
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
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.
Townsville teen with criminal history in court for robbery
A 15-year-old boy with a significant criminal history has faced Townsville Children's Court over an attempted robbery at a local service station. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
Ex-Ashburton councillor Doug Diver on child sex charges
Doug William Diver, former Shire of Ashburton deputy president, has been charged with multiple child sex offences. The 68-year-old will face court in Perth. Read the full details.
Ex-school staffer charged with child sex crimes in Tasmania
A 70-year-old former Tasmanian school employee faces charges of persistent sexual abuse of a child. The alleged crimes occurred between 2018 and 2020. Support is available.
Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
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.
Geelong sex offender accused of Coles, Bunnings theft
Robert Crilly, a convicted sex offender from Geelong, faces court accused of stealing thousands from major retailers. Read the latest on the new charges.
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.
Townsville sex offender sent to mental health hospital
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.
Childcare centre fined $32k for leaving boy on bus
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
Child sex offender's new parole bid blocks victim's career
Robert Marc Windsor, jailed for horrific child sex crimes, is set for another parole hearing. His brother and survivor, Mitchell, says the process forces him to delay his paramedic graduate application.
Alleged satanic child abuse ring busted in Sydney
NSW Police have arrested four men, including a self-styled journalist and Lady Gaga superfan, for allegedly running an international network distributing child abuse material. Read the shocking details.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Alleged satanic child abuse ring leader arrested in Sydney
A self-described journalist and Knox Grammar alumnus is accused of leading an international network distributing ritualistic child abuse material. Four men arrested in Sydney raids.
WA Moves on 'Banned in One, Banned in All' Child Checks
Western Australia is set to introduce crucial reforms to Working With Children Checks, ensuring a national 'banned in one, banned in all' approach. Read the latest on this critical child safety legislation.
Nurse banned for life over child sex convictions
Jared Benedict Tiu, a former enrolled nurse, has been permanently banned from providing health services in Australia after being convicted of child sex offences. Read the full details.
Teen faces court over Newcastle park bong assault
An 18-year-old has faced court accused of smashing a bong over a man's head at Newcastle's Foreshore Park. Read the latest on this shocking assault case.
Cairns District Court December 1 Sentencing Results
Cairns District Court delivers multiple sentencings including child sex offences and assault cases. Get the latest court updates and legal outcomes from Far North Queensland.
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