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Dapto woman defrauds ABS, gets 15-month order

A Dapto woman has been convicted after defrauding the Australian Bureau of Statistics of over $2,500. The 49-year-old former employee claimed financial hardship drove her actions. Read the full court details.

Man extradited to Perth over $1m fraud allegations

A 57-year-old man has been extradited from Northern Ireland to face 17 fraud charges in Perth, accused of defrauding his WA employer of nearly $1 million. WA Police issue a warning to businesses.

Woman loses $14,800 in car park scam, two charged

A Lake Macquarie woman details how scammers stole $14,800 from her bank account in a Morisset car park. NSW Police have charged two men over a series of similar incidents targeting older drivers.

Mandurah Doctors Recognised by RACGP for GP Excellence

Two Mandurah doctors, Professor Frank Jones and Dr Alex Ashenden, receive top RACGP awards. They discuss GP challenges, Medicare rebates, and why funding should go to existing practices, not urgent care clinics. Read their inspiring stories.

Woman avoids jail for $12,000 bank theft

A young Townsville woman has been sentenced in court after pleading guilty to stealing over $12,000 from a man's bank account. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.

Ticket scams cost Aussies $432 on average

New PayPal data shows Australian ticket buyers lose $432 per scam. With fake listings rising, experts warn against risky purchases on social media. Learn how to protect yourself.

Cairns trainer jailed for $96k tax fraud

A Far North Queensland horse trainer has been sentenced to prison for a blatant $96,000 tax fraud, which he blamed on a methamphetamine addiction. Read the full court details.

Free urgent care clinic opens near Canberra Hospital

A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.

Fraud scandal hits Japanese firm in $10bn warship project

A Japanese company central to Australia's $10 billion Hunter-class frigate program is embroiled in a major fraud scandal. Get the full details on the investigation and its potential impact on the critical defence project.

New victims in Canberra tradie fraud case

Additional alleged victims have come forward against a Canberra tradie accused of fraud. The accused faces 26 charges and has been denied bail. Read the latest.

Central Coast man jailed for visa and grant fraud

A 61-year-old Central Coast man has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding the Australian government through a scam involving visa applications and business grants. Read the full details of the case.

Former banker arrested in NSW over $105m loan fraud

A former banker and mortgage broker has been charged as an alleged ringleader in a massive NSW fraud syndicate targeting car, home, and business loans. Police have restrained $92 million in assets. Read the full investigation details.

Empire Retreat & Spa Rebrands as Yala Yallingup

The iconic Empire Retreat & Spa in Yallingup has unveiled a new name, Yala Yallingup, after three decades. Discover the meaning behind the change and what stays the same at this beloved Margaret River wellness destination.

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