How Compulsory Voting Protects Australian Democracy
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
Mineral Resources boss Chris Ellison faces ongoing intellectual property dispute over iron ore rail system. Legal battle continues as company defends its technology.
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A significant weather system brings widespread rain to Queensland and northeast NSW from Friday to Sunday, with severe storm risks including flash flooding and hail. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Public court listings for Geelong County Court on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, have been published. Stay informed about local legal proceedings and public records.
The ACT government has halted payment on the troubled $64 million MyWay+ ticketing system and is seeking legal advice over contract compliance issues following a damning report.
Townsville District Court delivers justice on November 11 with multiple sentencings and case resolutions. Get the latest court updates and legal proceedings from North Queensland.
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
The Cairns District Court prepares for its November sittings, bringing crucial legal proceedings and judicial services to the Far North Queensland community from November 6.
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
A significant rain and storm system is set to sweep across large portions of Australia, bringing much-needed rainfall to drought-affected areas while raising flood concerns in others. Meteorologist Jane Bunn provides detailed forecasts.
The Cairns District Court convenes this November to address a docket of local cases, from serious assaults to commercial disputes, as Queensland's justice system continues its regional circuit.
The controversial launch of Canberra's new MyWay transport card system has left commuters facing widespread failures, with buses not accepting payments and passengers unable to tap on across the territory.
A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.
Major reforms to Australia's aged care system could see changes to how at-home care services are funded, potentially affecting out-of-pocket expenses for seniors and their families.
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel has publicly apologised after Canberra's MyWay smartcard system experienced a major failure, leaving commuters stranded and frustrated across the capital.
The Canberra government has publicly apologised after a failed attempt to replace the ageing MyWay card system left commuters frustrated and confused about the territory's public transport future.
The Cairns District Court convenes for two weeks of crucial hearings, tackling serious criminal matters and delivering justice for Far North Queensland communities.
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Financial advisers are cashing in on Australia's complex welfare system as desperate pensioners seek help navigating Centrelink's confusing rules and poor communication.
A Western Australian man who sliced a sleeping man's neck down to the bone in a horrific Albany attack has been sentenced to prison. The shocking details of the unprovoked assault revealed in court.
Western Australia could soon implement a groundbreaking national pilot program called DV Notify, designed to protect victims of domestic violence through real-time alerts to police when perpetrators are released from custody.
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
A West Australian Supreme Court judge faces 14 crucial questions while deliberating the fate of David Pye, accused of murdering his ex-partner. Discover the complex legal reasoning behind this high-profile case.
Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.
A major technical failure in Canberra's public transport system allowed thousands of commuters to travel for free, exposing vulnerabilities in the capital's ticketing infrastructure.
Canberra's new MyWay card system faces technical glitches and delays, leaving commuters frustrated as Transport Minister Chris Steel defends the rollout process.
A man who brutally assaulted a correctional officer at Cessnock Correctional Centre has avoided prison, receiving a community corrections order instead. The decision has raised questions about justice for frontline prison workers.
Townsville's District Court resumes on October 31 with a packed schedule of criminal and civil cases that will shape local justice outcomes across North Queensland.