Alleged dangerous driver arrested after police chase in Canberra
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Canberra after a dramatic police pursuit through Tuggeranong. Police dogs found him hiding under a deck, and he now faces multiple charges.
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Canberra after a dramatic police pursuit through Tuggeranong. Police dogs found him hiding under a deck, and he now faces multiple charges.
A 36-year-old Coombs man faces court after witnesses prevented him from leaving the scene of a head-on collision in Yarralumla involving a stolen vehicle, ACT Policing alleges. Read the full story.
The Montgomery brothers win VCAT appeal for a Lara warehouse, overcoming council and resident objections about explosion risks from nearby gas pipelines. Read the full ruling details.
A Canberra motorist has received a suspended jail term for deliberately hitting and killing two kangaroos in acts a magistrate labelled 'callous, inhumane and cruel'. Read the full court details.
Pet Insurance Australia warns of summer vet emergencies. Learn key tips to protect your dog from dehydration, sand impaction, and hot sand at Australian beaches.
The Illawarra region is facing a severe to extreme heatwave, with temperatures predicted to soar into the 40s this week. Authorities warn of life-threatening risks and urge residents to take immediate precautions to stay safe.
New data reveals a stark trend in the Hunter: dog registrations are exploding while birth rates fall. Meet locals choosing 'fur babies' and explore the numbers behind this societal shift.
A major ocean swim event in Torquay turned dangerous as nearly 1000 participants were caught in a sudden rip. Emergency services launched a large-scale rescue operation. Read the full story.
The driver involved in the Nigeria car crash that killed two of Anthony Joshua's friends and injured the boxer has been charged with dangerous driving. Get the latest details.
Townsville Mayor Nick Dametto had a close call with a reckless driver performing burnouts on Flinders St. Police are investigating the dangerous incident. Read the full story.
A provisional driver in Canberra was caught at 198km/h in a 90 zone, telling police he was 'being silly'. His licence was suspended and car seized.
ACT Police made more than a dozen arrests for assaults and dangerous driving during New Year's Eve celebrations. A 19-year-old was caught driving at 198km/h. Read the full report.
A series of dangerous incidents across Queensland, including a snake bite and vehicle crashes, left seven people in hospital during New Year's celebrations. Read the full details.
Police in Cairns have arrested one man and continue a major search for a 'very dangerous' patient who escaped a mental health facility. Full details on the ongoing operation.
A man in his 70s has died in floodwaters at Normanton as two weather systems isolate towns and smash rainfall records across outback Queensland. Authorities urge motorists to never drive through floodwaters.
A Gold Coast woman was filmed balancing on a chair 16 floors up to clean her windows, igniting a crucial debate about home safety and preventable accidents in Australia.
A Townsville man faces court after allegedly crashing during burnouts. Police have seized his vehicle. Read the latest on the charges and police response.
A severe weather warning is in place for Queensland's northwest and northeast, with intense rainfall and flash flooding expected. Residents urged to prepare now.
Fashion retailer City Beach has been ordered to pay a massive $14 million penalty for selling children's products with non-compliant button batteries, putting thousands at risk. Learn about the safety standards.
A major police operation is underway in Cairns after a dangerous patient scaled the hospital walls and escaped. Authorities warn the public not to approach the two men involved.
An Australian vet reveals how fireworks, parties & post-COVID separation anxiety are harming pets' mental health this festive season. Learn the signs and how to protect them.
A Cairns teen driver ran from a stolen car crash in Mooroobool, leaving his friend with near-fatal injuries. The court heard details of the shocking incident.
Perth parents are urged to avoid popular gifts like e-scooters and toys with button batteries this Christmas due to serious safety risks. Learn which products to steer clear of.
Queensland deploys new speed and red-light cameras at high-risk locations to combat a road safety crisis. See the full list of targeted intersections and highways.
Vision Australia calls for Perth volunteers to provide short-term homes for working Seeing Eye Dogs. All expenses covered. Apply now to support the blind community.
A 49-year-old Clontarf man faces court after allegedly hitting a 21-year-old woman in Deception Bay and fleeing. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
New crime data exposes Geelong's most dangerous suburbs. See the shocking figures for Corio, Norlane, and more. Find out what's being done to tackle crime in your area.
Victoria Police slam dangerous driving at roadside memorial for 15-year-old killed in Corio crash. Community urged to report reckless behaviour.
WA Police vow zero tolerance for dangerous driving as the festive double demerit period begins. With 178 road deaths this year, officers will flood high-risk zones. Stay safe.
A 40-year-old man faces court over a fatal hit-and-run collision that killed a cyclist near Newcastle. The driver allegedly fled the scene. Read the latest details.