Man flees into croc waters during Cairns police standoff
A dramatic police operation in Cairns ended after a man fled into crocodile-prone Trinity Inlet. The incident involved a stolen vehicle and a tense standoff. Read the full details.
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CCTV released in Hunter Valley firearms theft probe
Police have released CCTV footage after firearms were stolen from a Blandford property. Two people are charged, with more arrests expected. The 78-year-old firearm owner also faces charges.
Teen flees stolen car crash, friend critically injured
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.
Porch Pirates Steal Christmas Presents in Australia
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
Police hunt offenders after Brisbane stolen car crime spree
Queensland Police are searching for multiple offenders following a brazen weekend crime spree involving stolen vehicles, a hit-and-run and an armed carjacking across Brisbane, Logan and Ipswich.
Record 28 awards at 47th Newcastle CONDA ceremony
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
Repacholi breaks ranks with PM on proposed gun reforms
Hunter MP Dan Repacholi opposes new gun laws, splitting with PM Albanese after the Bondi massacre. The Olympian-turned-politician argues changes unfairly target responsible owners.
New Sunnyboy Park Kiosk to Open at Newcastle's Foreshore
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle maritime collection faces storage crisis
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Familiar faces to run new Foreshore Park kiosk
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Why Canberra's gun ownership data remains a mystery
Revelations about the Bondi gunman have sparked a national push for tighter laws, but Canberra's outdated, paper-based firearms registry obscures where guns are concentrated. Discover the data black hole.
Sydney residents hold over 300 guns each, data shows
Shocking data reveals individuals in Sydney's suburbs own hundreds of firearms, fuelling urgent national debate on gun law reform after the Bondi terror attack. Read the full story.
ACT shooters react to proposed national firearms law changes
Canberra's shooting community reacts to national cabinet's proposed firearms law changes, arguing limits on ownership could harm sport and farming. Read the local impact.
Cook: Gun Reform 'Urgent', Anti-Semitism Harder to Fix
WA Premier Roger Cook calls for accelerated national gun law reforms after the Bondi massacre but admits tackling deep-seated anti-Semitism is a complex, long-term fight for Australia.
Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
PM Flags Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes for stricter gun laws, including ownership limits and citizenship requirements, following the Bondi tragedy. Leaders to update National Firearms Agreement.
Newcastle's maritime collection homeless as lease ends
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Massive 25-tonne sandstone heist in Speers Point
Lake Macquarie Council reports a brazen theft of 23 heavy sandstone blocks from The Esplanade. The $10,000 loss prompts a police investigation and a call for public dashcam footage.
Stolen locket with son's hair returned to Ellenbrook mum
A heartbroken Ellenbrook mother has her stolen necklace, containing a locket with her late son's hair, returned after a desperate social media plea. Read the emotional story of community support.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
Teens injured in alleged stolen car crash, Cairns
Two teenagers are in hospital after an alleged stolen vehicle crashed in Manunda. Police are investigating the serious incident. Read the latest details.
Nemingha man charged with drug, property offences
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, stolen property, and ammunition during a raid on a property near Tamworth. Read the full details.
Geelong man jailed over firearm theft and possession
Jesse Brooks has been sentenced to prison for a string of firearm and theft offences across Geelong and Melbourne. Read the full details of the court case and sentencing.
Police stop stolen car with tyre deflator, arrest unlicensed driver
ACT Police deployed a tyre deflation device to stop a stolen Land Rover in Canberra. The 25-year-old driver, who allegedly never held a licence and was drug-affected, now faces multiple charges.
Stolen buggy mystery adds to Gungahlin United's debt woes
The mysterious theft of a $25k buggy compounds the nightmare for Gungahlin United's creditors as the liquidator finds 'very few assets'. Read the latest Canberra sports news.
Brisbane man charged after dog found dead in ute
A frantic community search for a missing German shepherd named Arnie ended in heartbreak. The dog's owner now faces charges as volunteers reveal the costly 'wild goose chase'.
New footage reveals horror of Melbourne shopping centre rampage
Shocking new video shows the moment a stolen 4WD ploughed through a busy Melbourne shopping centre, sending shoppers including children fleeing. A man faces court.
New footage released of car rampage at Melbourne shopping centre
Shocking new footage shows a stolen 4WD ploughing through a busy Melbourne shopping centre as terrified shoppers flee. The 27-year-old driver will stand trial next year.
Newcastle West apartment block modified for market demand
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Hunter teens face 20+ charges over alleged break-ins
Three Hunter teenagers have been charged with more than 20 offences following alleged break-ins in Tarro and an abandoned stolen car in Woodberry. Read the latest court details.
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