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Postcard Bandit Loses False Imprisonment Bid

Notorious bank robber Brenden 'Postcard Bandit' Abbott fails in false imprisonment lawsuit against WA but has prison sentence reduced by years. Read the court details.

Prison conditions lead to lighter sentences in Perth

Violent offenders in WA are receiving reduced jail time as judges condemn 'inhumane' prison conditions, including cockroach infestations and prolonged lockdowns. Discover the impact on community safety.

Persistent sex offender denied bail in Canberra

A 30-year-old man with a history of sexual offences has been denied bail after allegedly following a woman into a Braddon underground carpark and assaulting her. Read the latest court details.

NRL Great Trevor Gillmeister Faces Assault Charges

Queensland rugby league icon Trevor Gillmeister has been charged with assault and obstructing police following an alleged incident at a Brisbane hotel. The 61-year-old is due in court on December 2.

Prisoner's Supreme Court Vegemite Ban Legal Battle

Convicted murderer Andre McKechnie launches a Supreme Court battle to overturn the Vegemite ban in Victorian prisons, claiming it stops him from enjoying his culture. Taxpayers are funding the case.

Cairns grandfather assaulted in housing crisis

A Cairns grandfather was brutally attacked while protecting his grandson's bicycle, highlighting the region's escalating housing and crime crisis. Community demands immediate action.

AFL Defends Stand-Down Process in Bruhn Case

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon defends league's handling of Tanner Bruhn's sexual assault case as charges are dropped. No-fault stand-down policy ruled out. Full details.

Parent knocked out in Sydney school brawl

A 53-year-old parent was knocked unconscious after allegedly assaulting a student during a violent altercation at a Raby high school. Police are investigating the incident.

Seven charged after police assaulted in Bega

Seven individuals face charges after police officers were injured during a violent confrontation at a suspected drug bust in Bega. Get the latest details on the incident.

Seven face court over alleged Bega police assault

Four men and three women charged after allegedly assaulting officers during a drug-related arrest in Bega. Police officer sustains facial injury. Full details on the court appearances.

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