A 58-year-old Warrawong woman has been convicted of assault after dragging a lifelong friend by her hair across a service station forecourt. Magistrate told her she was 'too old' for such behaviour.
A staff member was bitten by a crocodile at a popular Magnetic Island resort and koala park. The incident is under investigation by Queensland authorities.
Anthony Larmah, 25, has been sentenced to three years in prison for a violent home invasion and attack on a Belmont mother with a meat cleaver. Read the full court details.
A pet dog was taken by a crocodile from a beach at a popular Far North Queensland resort. Authorities warn visitors to remain vigilant in croc country.
A man is due in court after allegedly threatening staff, smashing a KFC, and engaging in a lengthy stand-off with police in Adelaide's north. Get the full details.
WA's opposition has backed a government bill to fast-track major project approvals, but critics warn it could create new bottlenecks and sideline environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.
A long-term camper involved in a love triangle at Horseshoe Beach chased a rival with a loaded speargun. He avoided jail but received a two-year corrections order. Read the full court details.
Tragic shark attack claims life of Swiss artistic swimmer Livia Mühlheim at remote NSW beach. Her partner fought the shark and survived with serious injuries.
The immigration debate is set to dominate Australia's political summer, with the Opposition pledging to cut numbers and the Government defending its policy. Discover the key arguments and what it means for the nation.
Chad Johnathan Hardy has been found not guilty of murdering his housemate due to mental impairment. The WA Supreme Court verdict follows a brutal hammer attack in a Mirrabooka group home. Read the full details.
A woman in her 20s has died and a man was injured in a vicious dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing. Police and rangers are investigating the tragic incident.
A woman has died and a man is injured after a severe dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
A 23-year-old Turner woman faces ACT Magistrates Court charged with assault using a baseball bat and stealing a car she allegedly drove at the owner. Read the latest Canberra crime news.
Geelong police charge man and arrest teenager following alleged assault on disabled woman at Waurn Ponds station. Community urged to report information.
Australia's Opposition proposes tougher migrant screening on Australian values. Take our quiz to see if you understand true blue Aussie culture and traditions.
Two teenagers arrested after a violent stabbing at Elizabeth City Centre during Black Friday sales. One victim remains in a life-threatening condition. Police confirm it was not a random attack.
Livia Mulheim, 25, died after a bull shark attack at Kylies Beach while swimming with dolphins. Her boyfriend suffered serious injuries trying to save her. Authorities continue search.
Tragic shark attack claims life of Swiss tourist Livia Mulheim, 25, at Crowdy Bay National Park. Partner Lukas Schindler injured in rescue attempt. Details emerge.
A Newcastle man was sentenced for a machete attack after being provoked by a teen's false assault claims, severing a man's thumb. Read the full court report.
An 11-year-old boy carried a kitchen knife and toy gun into Brentwood Park Primary School, leaving an 8-year-old and staff member injured. The Berwick community is in shock.
A 21-year-old Townsville woman faces court over alleged assault on a bus driver. Police confirm charges laid following incident on Ross River Road.
A Swiss backpacker fought to save his girlfriend during a shark attack at a remote NSW beach. The tragic incident is the fifth fatal shark attack in Australia this year.
Tragic shark attack at Kylies Beach claims woman's life, leaves man critically injured. Emergency services respond to rural NSW coastal incident. Beach closed as investigation continues.
A 21-year-old man fights for life after being gored by a bull on a Hughenden property. Emergency services performed critical care at the scene.
A 33-year-old woman has been refused bail over the alleged stabbing of a sushi chef in Melbourne's CBD. The accused was on bail for 19 other matters at the time.
Matthew William Lawson sentenced to 8 years for severing tradie Trae Blacks' leg in meth-induced attack at Woonona worksite. Read the shocking details.
A 34-year-old woman's vodka-fuelled rampage on a Sydney snowfields bus led to assaults on driver and passengers, followed by disturbing behaviour at Jindabyne police station. Read the shocking details.
A Far North Queensland teenager recounts his lucky escape after a crocodile bit him while fishing with mates. The incident highlights crucial crocodile safety warnings for locals.
Dexter Barelds miraculously survived a crocodile attack while fishing in Far North Queensland. Read his incredible survival story and crocodile safety tips.
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly attempting to steal a police vehicle while armed with a syringe in Perth's northern suburbs.