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Seven charged after police assaulted in Bega

Seven individuals face charges after police officers were injured during a violent confrontation at a suspected drug bust in Bega. Get the latest details on the incident.

AFL's 2026 Carlton Fixturing Draws Fan Fury

The AFL's 2026 fixture grants Carlton prime slots for Opening and Gather Rounds, sparking debate on merit vs. popularity. Discover the full schedule and fan reactions.

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.

Roos thrash Hawks in boo-filled AFLW final

North Melbourne's dominant AFLW finals performance overshadowed by crowd controversy as Hawks cop brutal 41-point thrashing in heated elimination final clash.

Cockburn councillor survives removal push in close vote

Former City of Cockburn deputy mayor Chontelle Stone has narrowly survived a controversial push to remove her from council, with the motion failing in a tense 6-5 vote that exposed deep divisions within the local government.

WA Police Complex Axed: Health Reason or Political Move?

WA Premier Roger Cook cites health reasons for scrapping the $500M police complex, but critics question the timing and lack of medical evidence. Discover the political chess game unfolding in Western Australia.

WA Police hunt fugitive who removed tracking device

Western Australia Police have launched an urgent manhunt for a 30-year-old offender who removed his electronic monitoring bracelet. The community is warned not to approach the potentially dangerous individual.

Police Commissioner defends helicopter use

Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.

Police hunt trio after suspicious Nowra house fire

Authorities release CCTV images of three individuals wanted for questioning following a suspicious house fire that tore through a Nowra property, as police ramp up their investigation into the concerning incident.

Five charged after Atherton Tablelands weapons raids

Queensland Police have charged five individuals following coordinated raids on multiple Atherton Tablelands properties, uncovering a significant cache of weapons including firearms and knives in a major crackdown on regional crime.

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.

Jye McNeil banned for Melbourne Cup ride on Valiant King

Star Australian jockey Jye McNeil faces a lengthy racing ban following his contentious ride on Valiant King in the 2024 Melbourne Cup, with stewards delivering a harsh penalty for careless riding that compromised multiple contenders in Australia's most fa

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