Drug-driver gets 14 years for fatal Canberra crash
Shakira Adams sentenced to 14 years jail for the culpable driving death of Matthew McLuckie in a high-speed, head-on collision on Hindmarsh Drive. Read the full court report.
Category : Search result: negligent driving charge
Man charged over fatal hit-and-run of cyclist near Newcastle
A 40-year-old man faces court over a fatal hit-and-run collision that killed a cyclist near Newcastle. The driver allegedly fled the scene. Read the latest details.
Man charged over Nazi symbol on boat in Lake Macquarie
A 32-year-old Swansea man faces court over allegedly displaying a prohibited Nazi symbol on a boat in a public place. Police seized two vessels during their investigation.
Cairns Magistrates Court cases for Wednesday December 17
A summary of all matters heard at the Cairns Magistrates Court on Wednesday, December 17. Details include drink driving, assault, and property damage charges.
Townsville Magistrates Court cases for Wednesday, December 17
A summary of all matters heard at the Townsville Magistrates Court on Wednesday, December 17. From traffic offences to theft, see who faced the magistrate.
Man charged after police shooting in Cairns
A 53-year-old man has been charged with serious assault after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Friday night on Anderson Street. Read the full details.
Not guilty verdict in fatal North Nowra collision case
A Nowra man has been found not guilty of dangerous driving causing death after a tragic 2023 collision. The jury deliberated for two hours. Read the full details of the case and the court's findings.
Cairns man charged with aiding suicide
A 41-year-old Woree man faces court charged with aiding suicide following the death of an elderly man in Cairns. Police allege he provided materials and advice.
Man charged with aiding suicide in Cairns
A 47-year-old Woree man has been charged with aiding suicide following the death of an elderly man in Earlville, Cairns. He is due to face court in January 2026.
Man charged with murder after woman's death in Hobart
A woman has been found dead at a home in Montagu Bay, Hobart. A 33-year-old man has been charged with murder. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Repeat driver's sentence overturned in Townsville court
A Townsville man's sentence for a 10th unlicensed driving offence has been overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the court's decision and the new penalties imposed.
Driver fined $1500 for high-range drink driving in Townsville
Simon Scott Jansen has been disqualified from driving and fined after pleading guilty to high-range drink driving in Townsville. Read the full court details.
Canberra father dies after driving drunk on eight pints of beer
A coroner details the fatal crash of Joseph Suwedi, who drove at high speed after drinking eight pints. The inquest highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the ACT.
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'.
Drink driver laughed after crash causing brain injury
A Canberra drink driver who hit a cyclist, causing severe brain injury, was recorded laughing about the incident. He avoided jail but faces strict community order. Read the full court report.
Cleaner faces fraud charge over $900 shopping spree
A Townsville cleaner is charged with fraud after allegedly using a client's credit card for a $900 shopping spree at Stockland. The case highlights the importance of trust in domestic services.
Geelong Court Rundown: Assault, Theft Cases Heard
A roundup of cases heard at Geelong Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, December 2, including assault, theft, and driving charges. Stay informed on local justice outcomes.
Cognitively disabled teen faces break-in charge in Ingham
A cognitively impaired 18-year-old has faced Ingham Magistrates Court on a break-and-enter charge. The court heard he was on bail at the time. Read the full details.
7NEWS Apologises for Wrong Photo in Murder Case Report
7NEWS has issued an unreserved apology after mistakenly publishing a photo of respected businessman Vincent Ashe in a report about murder charges against Shaun James Smoothy. Read the full details of the error and apology.
Teen charged after Canberra police chase
A 19-year-old MacGregor man faces multiple charges including drink-driving and aggravated dangerous driving after an hour-long police pursuit through Canberra's south. Read the full details.
Sydney father shot dead in Blacktown ambush
A young father, Mal Seve, was fatally shot in a public ambush in Sydney's west. Two suspects arrested, one charged with murder. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Elderly Driver Charged Over Schoolboy's Tragic Death
Ljubica Brkic, 84, appears in Geelong Court charged with dangerous driving causing death of 12-year-old Caleb Wesley. Case continues as community mourns.
Lar Sue appears in Townsville court for alleged murder
A 27-year-old man has faced Townsville Magistrates Court charged with murder following a violent incident at a local residence. Police allege the attack occurred during a confrontation.
ANU student fined $1200 for Townsville drink driving
Australian National University student Jon Basuke has been disqualified from driving and fined $1200 after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.095 in Townsville.
Coroner urges red light trial after fatal Canberra crash
An ACT coroner has called for a review of anti-red-light running technology following the death of Alistair Urquhart, killed by a distracted tow truck driver.
Man fails to appear in Townsville court on drug charges
Steele Jae Nugent failed to appear in Townsville Magistrates Court facing drug driving charges. The 26-year-old now has a warrant issued for his arrest. Read the full details.
Townsville Court Cases: Prison Escapee, Drunk Driver
Townsville courts hear multiple cases including alleged prison escapee, drunk driving hotel manager, and woman accused of assaulting bus driver. Read the latest court outcomes.
Townsville man fined for high-range drink driving
Dean Michael Barnes convicted in Townsville court for driving with BAC of 0.179%. Read about the consequences of drink driving in Queensland.
Teen charged with murder in Sydney school stabbing
A 15-year-old boy faces murder charges after allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old outside a Sydney school. The tragic incident occurred in Beaumont Hills on Monday afternoon.
Not guilty verdict in Wyee motorbike crash death case
Timothy Gillmer found not guilty of aggravated dangerous driving causing death after 2022 Wyee motorbike crash. Jury had doubts about rider identity in fatal accident.
Page 2 of 4