Cairns District Court December 1 Sentencing Results
Cairns District Court delivers multiple sentencings including child sex offences and assault cases. Get the latest court updates and legal outcomes from Far North Queensland.
Cairns District Court delivers multiple sentencings including child sex offences and assault cases. Get the latest court updates and legal outcomes from Far North Queensland.
Gareth James Brereton sentenced to jail after police found child abuse material on his devices. The Geelong man's disturbing collection included Category 1 content.
Child safety experts reveal how predators exploit holiday period to groom children online. Learn the warning signs and protect your family this Christmas.
Discover LOVING exhibition at Canberra Museum featuring 4000 historical photos of male couples from 1850s-1950s. Opens December 6 alongside local queer portraits.
A judge has ordered the WA State to pay the legal costs of child abuse survivor Dion Barber, who won a $2.85 million landmark case. Discover the details of this significant ruling.
Former Canberra students allegedly sexually abused at Daramalan College and St Matthew's Primary can pursue new compensation after court sets aside old settlements. #Justice #Canberra
Forensic scientists reveal DNA and blood evidence search in Toyah Cordingley murder trial. Key details from Cairns court proceedings uncovered. Read the latest developments.
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.
Shocking report reveals only 15% of Australian women experiencing economic abuse seek support, with services described as 'few and far between'. Learn about the crisis and available resources.
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Experts reveal how domestic violence perpetrators use subtle tactics to maintain control over victims. Learn to recognize these patterns and support survivors.
A Canberra man has been sentenced to prison after Australian Border Force discovered disturbing child abuse material on his devices following a trip to Japan. Read the full details.
Discover how Alfred Hawes Stone's remarkable diary and camera captured early colonial Perth, offering unprecedented insights into WA's foundation years. Explore this fascinating historical treasure!
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.
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.
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.
A 57-year-old photographer faces multiple charges including sexual assault after meeting a woman through social media. Case reopened as part of ACT police review into sexual assault handling.
Lau Juel Hansen discharged of all child abuse material charges after police investigation. Read the full court outcome and legal details.
A 55-year-old Shoalhaven man has been charged with multiple historic child sex offences involving young girls. Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
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.
Queensland's child protection inquiry denies government request for confidential staff testimony. Commission insists on transparency in Cairns hearing. Read the latest developments.
Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial scheduled for March 2025 in Adelaide District Court. Key developments and legal proceedings detailed in this exclusive report.
Queensland Police seek information about alleged historical abuse at Aitkenvale State School. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
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.
Kathryn Knaggs reveals alleged sexual abuse by senior Geelong Revival Centre figure. Read her courageous story and the ongoing legal battle.
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.
Samuel Frost sentenced to 19 years after Interpol investigator spotted Australian wristband in child abuse material. AFP found 37,000 images across 10 devices.
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.
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.