Ex-AFL Star Stephen Silvagni Jailed for Rape
Former Carlton player Stephen Silvagni has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the rape of a woman in 2023. Read the full court details and victim impact.
Former Carlton player Stephen Silvagni has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the rape of a woman in 2023. Read the full court details and victim impact.
A 27-year-old man has died following an alleged assault in Melbourne's south. A 28-year-old known to the victim has been charged with murder. Read the latest details.
Victoria Police are investigating two alleged sexual assaults at a regional camping and music event in Winnindoo. Authorities are urging witnesses and anyone with footage to come forward.
New images reveal WA's first vertical public primary school in East Perth, a $165m project for 600+ students. Public comment is open until December 23.
St Andrew's Grammar School in Dianella unveils its $9 million Bianca Afkos Science and Technology Centre, featuring robotics labs and performance spaces. Opens Term 1, 2026.
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.
Torquay P-6 College is removing dresses from its uniform, offering shorts and pants to all students. The change promotes inclusivity and practicality for active play.
Revised school bus timetables for West Dapto students cut morning travel by up to 52 minutes. Changes follow community campaign and will benefit Dapto Public and St John's Primary schools.
A 17-year-old Scots College student was lured to a Woollahra park and assaulted by classmates. Police are investigating the incident, which was filmed and shared on Snapchat.
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
WA unveils a decade-long strategy to combat sexual violence as reports hit a 32-year high. New funding extends vital legal and forensic support for survivors. Learn more.
Centacare FNQ launches a permanent School Savvy Hub in Cairns, offering free uniforms, supplies, and support to ease the financial burden on families. Learn how this initiative helps the community.
Most Canberra non-government schools have raised fees by 5-10% for 2026, with Radford College imposing a 23% increase. Explore the data and reasons behind the hikes.
A Canberra man's repeated rape of a customer in an arts store caused her 'years of pain' for his fleeting pleasure, a court heard. The ACT Supreme Court will sentence him next week.
An 18-year-old woman is fighting for life after an alleged sexual assault at a Casula park. A 27-year-old man has been charged and refused bail. Police urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
Parents get first look at Thornton Public School's major redevelopment, featuring 16 new classrooms and a library, set to double capacity by 2028 as part of a $2.1bn regional NSW schools upgrade.
A Canberra man sexually abused a 13-year-old girl he met on Reddit after explicitly asking for her ID. Read the full court details and judge's remarks.
An 85-year-old former Marist brother has pleaded guilty to indecently assaulting a homeless 16-year-old boy in the ACT in 1980. Malcolm John Dickson changed his plea an hour into his Supreme Court trial.
Two men face assault charges following separate incidents involving women aboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney. One was refused bail, the other granted conditional release.
White Chaco restaurant owner Yi-Chung Hsieh accused of violently assaulting staff member while manager watched. Court hears disturbing workplace culture allegations.
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.
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
A 38-year-old man faces grievous bodily harm charges following an alleged assault in Gympie. Police continue investigations into the incident that left a man injured.
University of Wollongong reverses course on SARC cuts after student outcry, but staffing reductions still concern advocates during national violence crisis.
An 11-year-old boy was stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School in Berwick, prompting a brief lockdown. Police are investigating the incident. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
An 18-year-old camp instructor has been denied bail after being charged with 13 counts of sexually touching children. The alleged incidents occurred at a school camp in October.
Northern Beaches High School students celebrated their 2025 formal in spectacular style. See the stunning fashion and unforgettable moments from this milestone event.
Parents at Canberra's Radford College have overwhelmingly voted no confidence in the school board after a major financial error led to a 23% fee increase. Read the full story.
Grant Gaut pleads guilty to assaulting Ricky Bradshaw in Ingham. The court hears details of the violent attack and its impact on the victim. Read the full story.
Shocking FOI data reveals Victorian schools endured 277 lockdowns last year, with violent threats forcing students into terrifying security protocols. Read the full investigation.