A 50-year-old man arrested for alleged assault in Gungahlin, while a 47-year-old Ainslie man faces charges for bail breach and imitation firearm possession. Both due in ACT Magistrates Court.
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.
A Canberra magistrate has labelled allegations a woman stole her ex-partner's dog and then deliberately hit him with her car as 'alarming'. The 27-year-old was denied bail in the ACT Magistrates Court. Read the full report.
Major safety upgrades begin at Cairns Courthouse for domestic violence cases. The $8.5m project includes new interview rooms and safe pathways to protect victims.
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.
A 25-year-old man on parole faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting his partner in a Canberra home. Police detail the incident and urge anyone in a violent situation to seek help.
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
A Cooktown machine operator has been sentenced to jail after his third assault on a much younger partner. Read the details of the case and the court's decision.
Celebrate Australia Day 2026 with free family entertainment at Coogee Beach. Enjoy live music, cultural performances, wildlife encounters, and classic Aussie competitions.
Feed the family for under $25! Red Rooster's Whole Roast Dinner deal includes a rotating freebie each week until 3 February. CEO Sam Bragg says it takes the hard work out of roast night.
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.
Queen Camilla has shared a harrowing story of being physically attacked on a train as a teenager, speaking out to help end the stigma around violence against women.
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after police seized $20,000 cash, methylamphetamine, heroin, GHB and stun guns during a firearms prohibition search in Cessnock. Read the full details.
The Turner family from Perth faces an unimaginable crisis after father Mick and 13-year-old daughter Maddie were both diagnosed with cancer in the same week. Read their heartbreaking story and how the community is rallying to help.
A Sydney mother and her new partner were found with fatal stab wounds. Her ex-partner has been charged with murder as the community mourns a 'selfless' woman. Support is available.
Breaches of family violence orders remain Geelong's most reported crime, with police highlighting technology's dual role in both facilitating abuse and aiding enforcement. Read the latest data.
A Nowra District Court judge reprimanded a 19-year-old offender for a 'total lack of respect' after he laughed and clapped upon having his jail sentence varied to home detention for a serious unprovoked assault.
Forget stressful family trips. Discover how Discovery Parks — Narooma Beach on the NSW South Coast offers true relaxation for parents with kids, featuring heated pools, playgrounds and idyllic Handkerchief Beach.
A Barrack Heights man with mental health issues has been sentenced for an Anzac Day pub rampage in East Maitland where he threatened patrons with a weapon. Read the full court details.
A 22-year-old man has been granted bail after being arrested at Canberra Airport, accused of assaulting his pregnant former partner. The court heard details of the alleged strangulation and attack.
WA unveils a decade-long strategy to combat sexual violence as reports hit a 32-year high. New funding extends vital legal and forensic support for survivors. Learn more.
Homes have been engulfed in a fast-moving bushfire near Woy Woy on the Central Coast. Residents in several streets are told to leave immediately if safe to do so. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
A Bellambi man narrowly avoided prison after a masked home invasion turned bizarre when the victim recognised him. Magistrate warns: 'Be careful who your friends are'.
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.
As 2025 ends, Australia faces a crisis of male violence. Experts like Kate Fitz-Gibbon warn change is urgent. From Lilie James to Brittany Higgins, the call for action is clear.
The Cook Government unveils a $349 million funding package to enhance rapid responses to family and domestic violence incidents across Western Australia.
A major review of WA's Terrorism Prevention Detention Act reveals a critical flaw that could force police to free terror suspects. Discover the 16 urgent recommendations.
A Canberra drink driver who hit a cyclist, causing severe brain injury, was recorded laughing about the incident. He avoided jail but faces strict community order. Read the full court report.
A 58-year-old Warrawong woman has been convicted of assault after dragging a lifelong friend by her hair across a service station forecourt. Magistrate told her she was 'too old' for such behaviour.
The ACT government moves to stop child sex offenders using good character references to reduce sentences. New family violence safety notices also proposed.