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.
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Wangetti Beach murder trial witness testimony
Key witness testifies about seeing mysterious man near where Toyah Cordingley's body was found. Read the latest developments in the Cairns Supreme Court trial.
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.
Lehrmann Trial Date Confirmed for March 2025
Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial scheduled for March 2025 in Adelaide District Court. Key developments and legal proceedings detailed in this exclusive report.
Jury visits Toyah Cordingley alleged murder scene
The jury in Rajwinder Singh's murder trial has inspected Wangetti Beach where Toyah Cordingley was allegedly killed. Key evidence examined during scene visit.
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.
Ozempic tested for alcohol addiction treatment in Australia
Groundbreaking international trial testing if weight loss medications can treat alcohol addiction and liver disease. Australian researchers report promising early results.
E-bike rider arrested after Bondi pedestrian hit
A 25-year-old woman suffered serious head injuries after being struck by a Lime e-bike in Bondi. The rider was arrested for suspected intoxication. Read more about e-bike safety concerns.
Key evidence presented in Toyah Cordingley trial
Forensic experts and telecommunications specialists provide crucial evidence in the Toyah Cordingley murder trial as the prosecution builds its case against Rajwinder Singh.
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.
Trial Starts for Accused Killers of Perth Brothers in Mexico
Three men face trial in Mexico for the alleged murder of Perth brothers Callum and Jake Robinson. Get the latest updates on this tragic case that shocked the Australian community.
Forensic Expert Rejects Photo Tampering Claims in Murder Trial
Digital forensics expert testifies that crime scene photos in Toyah Cordingley murder case show no evidence of tampering. Key evidence remains intact as trial continues.
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.
$21M WA School Trial to Boost Student Attendance
A $21 million trial will bring health and community services into four WA schools, aiming to improve student attendance and wellbeing. Educators welcome the initiative.
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.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
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.
Cairns Murder Trial: Defence Claims Caring Man
The Cairns Supreme Court hears defence arguments that accused murderer Allan O'Brien was a caring man in wrong place. Follow the trial developments.
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.
Toyah Cordingley Murder Trial Continues in Cairns
The Supreme Court in Cairns hears harrowing details as Rajwinder Singh pleads not guilty to the 2018 murder of Toyah Cordingley. DNA evidence and 500 witnesses expected.
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.
Townsville Supreme Court trial set for 2026
Darryl Valroy Young's Supreme Court trial date has been set for 2026 as he faces multiple serious charges. Get the latest on this developing Townsville court case.
WA Labor revolt over mining sexual harassment failures
Western Australia's Labor government confronts mounting internal pressure as mining companies show disappointing uptake of crucial sexual harassment program, sparking outrage among party members.
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