Canberra man accused of $40k fraud in wheelchair claim
Shawn John Michelin, accused of conning Canberrans out of $40,000 for undelivered landscaping work, claimed wheelchair dependence in bail hearing. Prosecutors dispute his claims.
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Police use pepper spray on elderly man in Sydney care home
An 87-year-old man was pepper-sprayed by police after threatening staff with a metal ornament at a Sydney aged care facility. The incident has sparked an official review.
Woman, 80s, dies in Narre Warren carpark incident
An elderly woman has died after being hit by a car in a Melbourne medical centre carpark. Police are investigating the tragic incident that occurred on Thursday afternoon.
Ex-Navy Captain Dies After Alleged Gardener Assault
Former Royal Australian Navy Captain Marcia Chalmers, 86, has died after an alleged assault by a gardener in her Glebe home. The man now faces a manslaughter charge.
Boy, 13, charged with elderly woman's sexual assault
A 13-year-old boy faces multiple charges after allegedly sexually assaulting an 80-year-old woman in Ashtonfield park. Police formed Strike Force Bosgar to investigate the random attack.
Police hunt two men after Geelong West brick attack
Two men sought after bricks thrown at Geelong West home in targeted attack. Police urge witnesses to come forward with information about the disturbing incident.
Violent carjacker could be free within months
Coen Richard Dorizzi, who assaulted an 89-year-old man in Armadale carjacking, may be released soon due to prison conditions. Read the full court details.
Elderly woman assaulted in Ashtonfield park, police hunt teen
An elderly woman was sexually assaulted in Brooklyn Park, Ashtonfield. Maitland police are urging witnesses with CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
Fake QR code scam targets Australian bus commuters
Australian commuters face a new scam with fake QR codes placed on buses and stops. Learn how to protect your personal and financial data from this creative cybercrime.
Machine gun attack targets Melbourne homes in north
A gunman armed with a machine gun opened fire on two family homes in Melbourne's northern suburbs in a terrifying late-night ambush. Police confirm targeted attack. WATCH VIDEO
Targeted shooting at Sydney home, no injuries
Multiple shots fired into suburban Casula home in suspected targeted attack. Police seek dashcam footage as Sydney experiences spike in public shootings. No one injured.
Greenacre shooting victim refuses to assist police
A 26-year-old man shot in the legs during a targeted attack in Greenacre refuses to help detectives. Police seek witnesses to the brazen suburban shooting.
Sydney women charged in $70m fortune teller scam
Two Sydney women face court over an alleged $70 million fortune teller scam targeting the Vietnamese community. Police seized gold bars and luxury items in raids.
Australia Post Alert: Christmas Parcel Delivery Scams
Australia Post warns of sophisticated parcel delivery scams ahead of Christmas. Learn how to protect your personal and financial information from fraudsters.
Serial fraudster sentenced for Aboriginal community scam
Notorious conman Craig Dale faces justice after swindling a vulnerable remote Aboriginal community recovering from devastating floods. Discover the shocking details of his elaborate scam and the court's final verdict.
CCTV released in Melbourne execution murder case
Victoria Police have released dramatic CCTV footage showing two men wanted for questioning over the targeted execution of 31-year-old Athan Boursinos in Melbourne's north.
Barrack Point man charged over $140K crypto theft
A 35-year-old Barrack Point man has been charged following a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft investigation involving nearly $140,000 in digital assets. Police allege the accused used fake identities to drain victims' crypto wallets in a calculated sche
Couple sentenced for attempted $80k insurance fraud
A Fraser Reymond Cross and Rebecca Ann Buckridge's elaborate boat sinking plot to claim $80,000 insurance payout ends with criminal convictions and stern judicial warning.
Aged Care Reforms May Affect Home Care Costs
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.
Canberra home invasion: Xiantao Shang sentenced
ACT Supreme Court delivers justice as Chinese national Xiantao Shang receives prison sentence for violent home invasion that left Canberra elderly couple traumatised.
Aged Care Reforms: What Families Need to Know
Australia's aged care system is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades. Discover how new government reforms will impact care quality, staffing, and funding for your loved ones.
Elderly cruise passenger dies after being left on island
An 80-year-old woman has died on Lizard Island after being abandoned by the Coral Adventurer cruise ship in a shocking incident that's raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
Aged Care Reforms: New Home Support System Explained
Major aged care reforms are transforming how older Australians receive support at home. Discover what's changing and how it affects care packages, funding and eligibility.
Aged Care Funding Overhaul Begins Saturday
Australia's aged care system undergoes its most significant funding transformation in decades starting Saturday, with new AN-ACC model replacing ACFI to deliver fairer, more sustainable care for elderly Australians.
Dam to be drained in search for missing SA man Gus Lamont
South Australian police escalate search for missing 73-year-old Gus Lamont, planning to drain a dam on his Walker Flat property as family makes emotional plea for information.
Elderly tourist dies after being left alone on Lizard Island
A dream holiday turns to tragedy as 74-year-old Suzanne Rees from Victoria dies after being left behind during a Lizard Island tour in Far North Queensland, sparking investigations into tour operator responsibilities.
Aged Care Worker Accused of Stealing from Elderly Patient
A Gold Coast aged care worker faces serious allegations after being accused of systematically stealing thousands from an elderly dementia patient in a disturbing breach of trust.
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