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Prison guard assault sentence appealed as inadequate

Prosecutors appeal against what they call an 'inadequate' sentence for a man who brutally assaulted correctional officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre, arguing for stronger consequences for prison violence.

Townsville District Court November Sittings Schedule

Townsville's District Court resumes operations this November with a packed schedule of criminal and civil matters. Get the latest on court dates, case types, and what to expect during the November 6-24 sittings.

Townsville's First Floating Bar Set to Make Waves

Townsville is about to get its very first floating bar and restaurant at Flinders Street Wharves, transforming the waterfront dining scene with stunning harbour views and innovative design.

Townsville's Melbourne Cup event dazzles at The Pavillion

The Pavillion was transformed into a scene of high fashion and thrilling racing action as Townsville celebrated the Melbourne Cup in style. Discover all the glamour and excitement from the event that had everyone talking.

Prison guard attacker dodges jail in Cessnock case

A man who brutally assaulted a correctional officer at Cessnock Correctional Centre has avoided prison, receiving a community corrections order instead. The decision has raised questions about justice for frontline prison workers.

Prison officers strike over 'slap on wrist' assault sentence

Prison officers at a Newcastle correctional facility have taken strike action after a convicted criminal received what they describe as a 'slap on the wrist' for assaulting multiple officers, raising concerns about workplace safety and judicial consequenc

Townsville water main bursts on University Drive

Emergency crews are working to identify the cause of a major water main rupture on University Drive in Townsville, causing significant disruption to local residents and businesses.

NSW prison officers strike over violent incident ruling

Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.

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