MLC Swim Coach Faces Child Sex Abuse Charges
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College has been charged with sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he met on social media. Read the shocking court details.
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MLC Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College faces nine charges, including grooming and possessing child abuse material, after a police investigation. Read the latest court details.
Australian man extradited for child sex abuse
John Michael Kaleel, 69, has been extradited from Australia to Los Angeles to be sentenced for child sexual abuse. He fled after his conviction. Read the full story.
Man pleads not guilty to Canberra party sexual assault
A 30-year-old man has denied charges of rape and indecent assault after an alleged incident at a Canberra party in June 2025. He was granted bail in the ACT Magistrates Court.
Australian Fighter Wanted in US Over Sexual Assault Charge
US authorities are hunting Adelaide-born fighter Izaak Michell over a Texas sexual assault charge. A $1,000 reward is offered. He may be back in Australia.
WA teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
Teacher charged over alleged sexual abuse of student
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
Man granted bail over alleged historical sexual assaults
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
Mandurah teacher charged with sexually abusing student
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
Man accused of raping prospective housemate in Canberra
A 33-year-old Canberra man faces court, accused of raping a woman who fell asleep after a pre-move-in dinner. He was granted bail to live in Moruya. Support services available.
Wollongong exhibition cancelled after artist's arrest
Wollongong Art Gallery has closed an exhibition after artist Anthony Lister was charged with multiple offences, including alleged sexual assault. The council is monitoring the case.
Albanese's Royal Commission refusal sparks criticism
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces accusations of self-interest for refusing a Royal Commission into child sexual abuse. Critics demand accountability. Read the full story.
Public servant fired for malicious complaints loses unfair dismissal case
A Canberra public servant sacked for making frequent, unsubstantiated complaints has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission found his behaviour was 'vexatious and malicious'.
Maitland man charged with 29 sex offences against co-workers
A 27-year-old Maitland man has been arrested and charged with 29 sexual assault and choking offences, allegedly committed against three female co-workers at multiple NSW locations. Police urge victims to come forward.
Man charged over alleged massage salon assaults in QLD
A 61-year-old man faces court over alleged sexual assaults at massage businesses in Southport and Chermside. Police fear more victims exist and urge others to come forward.
Mount Isa man jailed for child sex crimes
A Mount Isa man has been sentenced to six years in prison for the repeated sexual abuse of a young girl. Read the full details of the District Court case.
Cairns bouncer jailed for rape of unconscious woman
A Cairns security guard and self-defence teacher has been sentenced to six years in prison for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman. Read the full court report.
Geelong Venues Linked to Sexual Harm in Deakin Study
A Deakin University study reveals dark, loud, and crowded Geelong venues are high-risk for sexual harm. Researchers call for urgent safety reforms. Read the full findings.
Di Nardo's house arrest lifted by Newcastle court
Newcastle real estate figure Anthony Di Nardo has had strict house arrest bail conditions varied. The court found the original terms were 'disproportionate' to the charges he faces. Read the latest on the case.
Canberra stepfather jailed for decade over child sexual abuse
An ACT Supreme Court judge has jailed a man for 10 years for sexually abusing his stepdaughter, a crime the victim says broke her family and left her 'broken in every way'. Read the full court report.
Cairns teen committed to trial over alleged home invasion rape
A 17-year-old Cairns youth has been committed to stand trial in the District Court over an alleged violent home invasion and sexual assault in Manunda. Get the latest court details.
Newcastle tops NSW in six major crime categories
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie lead NSW in sexual assaults and vehicle thefts, new crime stats reveal. Discover the sobering data and regional trends.
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.
Greg Williams sues resort directors over oppressive conduct
AFL Hall of Famer Greg 'Diesel' Williams is taking legal action against directors of a Victorian resort, alleging oppressive conduct and seeking a buyout of his investment. Read the full story.
Ex-AFL Star Stephen Silvagni Jailed for Rape
Former Carlton player Stephen Silvagni has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the rape of a woman in 2023. Read the full court details and victim impact.
Sexual assaults at Heyfield Lumberjacks B&S Ball
Victoria Police are investigating two alleged sexual assaults at a regional camping and music event in Winnindoo. Authorities are urging witnesses and anyone with footage to come forward.
Systemic failures allowed childcare worker to abuse 65 children
A damning review finds Queensland's lack of a reportable conduct scheme allowed a paedophile childcare worker to abuse 65 kids over two decades. Read the shocking details.
Newcastle conduct complaints double, costs up $56k
Code of conduct complaints at Newcastle City Council have doubled in two years, costing ratepayers over $62,000. Nine complaints were lodged, with four still pending. Read the full report.
Illawarra court roundup: Crypto theft, child abuse, stunts
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
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