Newcastle university voyeur jailed for secret filming
Ryan Yates sentenced for secretly filming six women at University of Newcastle and creating AI child abuse material. Victims speak of lasting trauma and violation.
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Public servant jailed for child sexual abuse in Canberra
A federal public servant has been sentenced to 9.5 years imprisonment for sexually abusing his niece and step-daughter in what the judge called 'abhorrent' crimes that shocked the community.
UN campaign targets tech abuse against women
Australia joins global UN campaign against technology-facilitated abuse. With 1 in 2 Australians experiencing digital abuse, learn how to protect yourself and access support services.
Stabbing victim waits months for government support
A Melbourne sushi chef stabbed in random CBD attack still awaits promised government assistance after six months, relying on savings for medical costs. #VictimSupport
Man cleared of 41 child abuse offences in Townsville
Lau Juel Hansen discharged of all child abuse material charges after police investigation. Read the full court outcome and legal details.
Third Wave Asbestos Threat in Australian Homes
Discover why non-work asbestos exposure is now Australia's most urgent risk. Learn about compensation claims and legal rights for mesothelioma victims in NSW.
Asbestos remains killer decades after Australian bans
Decades after asbestos bans, Australians still face deadly health risks. Learn about compensation rights and the hidden dangers in older homes. Expert legal guidance available.
PM insists Higgins payout wasn't political decision
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addresses controversy over Brittany Higgins' $2.4 million compensation, denying political involvement in the settlement process.
BlueScope death sparks union safety warning
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Ex-BGC lawyer gets 9 years for child sex offences
Ryan Hawkins, former BGC lawyer, sentenced to 9 years prison for 26 child sex abuse crimes. Judge condemns predatory behaviour and distribution of abuse material.
Child Safety Inquiry Rejects Secret Evidence Bid
Queensland's child protection inquiry denies government request for confidential staff testimony. Commission insists on transparency in Cairns hearing. Read the latest developments.
Historical Abuse Probe at Aitkenvale School
Queensland Police seek information about alleged historical abuse at Aitkenvale State School. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
WA Child Poverty Doubles in Decade: Shock Report
Western Australia faces a child poverty crisis as new data reveals the number of children living in poverty has doubled over the past decade. Urgent action needed.
Geelong woman speaks on alleged church abuse
Kathryn Knaggs reveals alleged sexual abuse by senior Geelong Revival Centre figure. Read her courageous story and the ongoing legal battle.
Ex-teacher jailed 11 years for historic child sex abuse
Rodney Neville Watkins, a former Perth primary teacher, receives 11-year sentence for sexually abusing students in the 1970s. Justice finally served after 50 years.
SA child sex offender jailed after wristband discovery
Samuel Frost sentenced to 19 years after Interpol investigator spotted Australian wristband in child abuse material. AFP found 37,000 images across 10 devices.
Sydney man dodges jail for child abuse material
A Sydney man has been granted a release order after pleading guilty to accessing over 22,000 files of child abuse material. Learn the details of the case and sentencing.
BHP pays $100k for unlawful Christmas work orders
BHP must compensate 85 coal miners after Federal Court rules they were unlawfully required to work Christmas and Boxing Day without reasonable refusal rights. Landmark decision sets precedent for public holiday work rights.
Windang man jailed over child abuse material
A 33-year-old Windang security guard has been sentenced to 16 months imprisonment for possessing child abuse material after his ex-partner discovered disturbing content on his iPad.
90-Year-Old Priest Jailed for Child Sex Crimes
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, 90, receives additional jail time for horrific child sexual abuse in New Norcia and Shenton Park. Read the full court details.
WA Closes Loophole For Church Abuse Liability
The Cook Government introduces landmark legislation to close a legal loophole that allowed churches to avoid liability for paedophile priests, hailed as a brave step for survivors.
WA man jailed after police phone discovery in breath test
A WA man has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment after police discovered child abuse material on his phone during a routine roadside breath test. Read the full details of the case.
Australian piano teacher arrested after fleeing US sex charges
John Kaleel, 69, arrested in Australia after fleeing Hollywood guilty verdict on five counts of sexual abuse involving a teenage student. Faces extradition and up to 10 years imprisonment.
Australia must compensate Russia over embassy eviction
The High Court has ruled Australia must pay Russia compensation after evicting them from Canberra embassy land. Discover the full legal saga and its implications.
Man charged with 59 offences including child sex abuse
A Dawesville man faces 59 charges, including 38 child sexual abuse offences. Jackson Robert Brennan is accused of grooming girls as young as 12. He has been remanded in custody.
State Appeals Landmark Child Abuse Damages Ruling
WA government appeals $2.85M child sex abuse ruling, arguing public servants acted 'in good faith'. Survivor Dion Barber speaks out against the appeal. Read the full story.
PCEC cancellation could cost WA taxpayers millions
WA Premier defends dumping $1.5 billion PCEC upgrade for hospitals as compensation talks with leaseholders continue. Taxpayers may face millions more in costs.
Student awarded $10k over false knife threat claims
A University of Canberra student receives $10,000 compensation after being forced from her accommodation following unsubstantiated knife threat allegations. Read the full tribunal findings.
Cafe owner denies new child abuse charges in Canberra
Dhiren Patel, co-owner of a Canberra cafe, faces new child abuse charges involving a second teenage employee. The accused denies all allegations as case moves to Supreme Court.
Higgins bankruptcy hearing in Federal Court Tuesday
Brittany Higgins likely to be declared bankrupt as Federal Court hears Linda Reynolds' creditor petition over $1 million defamation costs. Full details on the case.
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