Nine Classrooms of Youth Sleep Rough Each Night in Australia
Shocking new data reveals youth homelessness affects nine classrooms of young Australians every night. Learn the devastating facts and what must be done to address this national crisis.
Shocking new data reveals youth homelessness affects nine classrooms of young Australians every night. Learn the devastating facts and what must be done to address this national crisis.
Seth Spiteri, 19, battles for bail after being charged over alleged 525kg cocaine import operation off Lancelin coast. His mother offers $50,000 surety.
Mission Australia's youth survey reveals Townsville teens face higher mental health challenges than Queensland peers. Discover the critical findings and urgent call to action.
New Mission Australia survey reveals Hunter youth are more employed but stressed about housing and living costs. Discover the key findings and what needs to change.
Two 15-year-olds charged with murder after 17-year-old stabbed at Sydney reserve. Police urge witnesses to come forward as families face Christmas without children.
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.
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.
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
Australian teenagers express anger and isolation as Meta disables Messenger for under-16s. Experts warn of serious mental health impacts and digital exclusion.
WA's first children's court magistrate Jessica Page argues childhood trauma explains juvenile offending while calling for better support systems. Read her insights.
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Ryan Michael Tucker, a serial domestic violence offender, applies for bail on new charges just hours after avoiding jail. Police Commissioner issues apology. #Perth #DomesticViolence
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old at Bruce Purser Reserve in Rouse Hill. The victim died at the scene despite paramedics' efforts.
Three detainees remain on Banksia Hill Detention Centre roof as riot enters new day. Authorities working to resolve dangerous standoff in Perth.
Newcastle students walk out of school to demand climate action from government. 17-year-old organizer explains why fossil fuel approvals threaten their future.
Canberra Olympic partners with Western Sydney Wanderers to create elite pathways for young footballers as A-League Men's bid remains stalled. Exclusive coverage.
Maytham Hamad, brother of exiled tobacco kingpin Kazem Hamad, applies for bail on serious money laundering charges in Perth Supreme Court. Read the latest developments.
Chaos at Banksia Hill Detention Centre as multiple detainees scale roof, throwing projectiles at guards. Police respond to major security incident at Perth juvenile facility.
ACT government staff at Bimberi Youth Justice Centre have accrued over 400 unpaid hours due to systemic underpayments, the CPSU reveals. Discover the full story.
New national report reveals Australian teenagers are experiencing unprecedented anxiety levels and future fears. Discover the key findings and urgent recommendations.
Groundbreaking report shows Australian children's wellbeing at critical juncture. Mental health concerns rise while education gaps persist. Urgent action needed.
Geelong's Schoolies celebration is undergoing a dramatic transformation as wellness-focused activities replace traditional partying. Discover how this generational shift is reshaping post-exam traditions.
A rediscovered interview highlights Australia's youth body image crisis. Discover why experts demand immediate action and greater compassion for vulnerable children.
WA government reveals design for $158 million high-security youth detention facility, but Unit 18 won't close until 2028. Get the latest on Perth's justice reforms.
Hunter Christian School students organised and hosted a peer-driven leadership summit at Newcastle City Hall, empowering young leaders to tackle complex global challenges through hands-on experience.
Full coverage of Friday's proceedings at Geelong Magistrates' Court, including traffic offences, theft cases, and bail applications. Stay informed about local justice matters.
Hunter students are walking out of school to protest new coal and gas projects. They demand climate action from a government they accuse of greenwashing.
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.
A 12-year-old Cairns boy faces multiple charges including assault, bicycle theft and stolen vehicle offences following police investigations. Learn more about youth crime in Far North Queensland.
Political candidates vying for Hinchinbrook's seat debated crime, youth justice, and infrastructure in a heated forum ahead of the March 16 byelection.