Man arrested after four-hour axe siege in South Nowra
A 24-year-old man has been taken into custody following a tense four-hour siege on the NSW South Coast where he allegedly held three people hostage while armed with an axe.
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Sawn-off shotgun, knuckleduster found in Hume backpack
ACT Police arrest 20-year-old man after finding sawn-off shotgun, knuckleduster and conducted energy weapon in Hume. Read the latest Canberra crime news.
Wife pays $50k to free accused trafficker husband
A Geelong woman paid $50,000 to secure her husband's release after he was arrested on drug trafficking charges. Son Dinh was boarding a flight to Vietnam when arrested.
Notorious armed robber cops more jail time
Notorious armed robber Brett Maston receives additional prison time for loaded gun possession and nearly $100,000 in dirty money. Read the full court details.
Queensland tradie confronts home intruder with knife
A brave Mackay tradie rushed home from work to confront a teenage burglar, performing a citizen's arrest with his dog. The intruder was caught with stolen property.
Seven face court over alleged Bega police assault
Four men and three women charged after allegedly assaulting officers during a drug-related arrest in Bega. Police officer sustains facial injury. Full details on the court appearances.
Timur: Canberra's New Nepalese Dining Gem
Discover Timur in Greenway, Canberra's exciting new Nepalese restaurant serving authentic thakali thali and pani-puri. A genuine diamond in the rough worth exploring today!
School Lockdown After Armed Robbery Attempt in Melbourne
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
FlixBus launches $9.99 Canberra-Sydney coach trips
European transport giant FlixBus launches budget-friendly coach services between Canberra and Sydney, offering competitive $9.99 tickets and challenging Greyhound's market dominance with modern amenities and frequent daily trips.
ScaleACT Model Railway Show Turns 25 in Canberra
Canberra's beloved ScaleACT model railway exhibition marks 25 spectacular years with an expanded show featuring incredible layouts, workshops and family activities at EPIC this September.
Arrest in Claire Austin Randwick glass door death case
Six months after Claire Austin's fatal accident involving a glass door at her Randwick residence, police have made a significant arrest in the ongoing investigation.
Canberra's Literary Events Guide This Month
Discover Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks, poetry slams, and writing workshops happening across the capital this month.
Canberra retail theft hits 512 incidents in October
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
Newcastle crime spree ends with 12-year jail sentence
A Newcastle man's terrifying crime wave across the Hunter region culminates in a 12-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to multiple violent offences including armed robbery and police pursuit.
Melbourne Man Withstands Police Taser in Shocking Footage
Dramatic bodycam footage has emerged showing a Melbourne man continuing to advance on police officers despite being struck by a Taser during a wild confrontation in Heidelberg.
Third arrest in Hamilton e-bike armed robbery case
Newcastle police make third arrest in Beaumont Street e-bike robbery investigation. Latest developments in the armed theft case that shocked Hamilton residents.
Geelong police standoff ends after 7 hours
A tense seven-hour police operation in Geelong's Corio suburb concludes with one man in custody after specialist negotiators and tactical officers successfully resolve the dangerous situation.
Family Seeks Answers After Canberra Motorbike Crash Tragedy
A devastated Canberra family is searching for closure after a fatal motorcycle collision took the life of Navjot Singh Virdi, leaving the community in mourning and demanding road safety improvements.
Canberra's Frosty Fun Run: Thousands Brave -6°C
Despite bone-chilling -6°C temperatures, over 3000 resilient Canberrans conquered the annual Sri Chinmoy race, raising vital funds while embracing the capital's signature winter conditions.
Illawarra Police Chase Ends with Taser, Two Arrests
A wild police pursuit through Illawarra ended with officers deploying a Taser on a 26-year-old man and arresting two people following a dramatic car stop on the Princes Highway.
Defence relocating staff to new Brindabella Park offices
The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.
Five New Bulk-Billing GPs Open in Canberra Under Labor Plan
Canberra residents gain better healthcare access as five new bulk-billing GP clinics launch across the capital, delivering cost-of-living relief through Labor's Medicare Strengthening Plan.
Canberra's cashless services spark disability access crisis
Exclusive: Canberra's vulnerable residents face alarming barriers as essential government services go digital-only, leaving people with disabilities struggling to access critical support.
Canberra transport chaos: Bridge closure, tram delays hit city
Major transport disruptions hit Canberra as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closure and light rail delays create perfect storm for commuters. What you need to know about the ongoing chaos.
Canberra's sewer crisis: Tree roots cause thousands of blockages
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Geelong thug jailed for armed home invasion
Abynei Lacey's drug-fuelled home invasion in Lovely Banks ends with prison sentence as judge condemns 'terrifying' armed robbery that traumatised local family.
Canberra Times Fun Run draws thousands to city streets
Thousands of Canberrans laced up their running shoes for The Canberra Times Fun Run, transforming the city's streets into a vibrant celebration of fitness and community spirit across multiple race distances.
Canberra motorcyclist dies in parked truck collision
A Canberra motorcyclist has died following a devastating collision with a stationary truck in Fyshwick, prompting ACT police investigations into the Tuesday morning incident.
Bayswater Shooting: Gunman Hunt After Man Shot
A man was shot in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, running bleeding through Bayswater streets as the armed assailant remains at large in a brazen daylight attack that has police scrambling.
Canberra Tops Australian Wellbeing Rankings
The latest Regional Wellbeing Survey reveals Canberra has outshone all other Australian capital cities in overall wellbeing, with residents reporting superior life satisfaction, health outcomes and community connection.
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