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Child sex offender gets more jail for witness threats

Levi Bradley Atkins, already serving time for child sex offences, receives additional prison sentence for threatening to kill a juror and prosecution witness from behind bars in shocking WA court case.

WA Police Launch Dedicated Hate Crime Unit

Western Australia Police establish specialised team to combat hate crimes and support vulnerable communities with enhanced protection and reporting measures.

Judge's 14 Key Considerations in David Pye Trial

A West Australian Supreme Court judge faces 14 crucial questions while deliberating the fate of David Pye, accused of murdering his ex-partner. Discover the complex legal reasoning behind this high-profile case.

WA's GST Battle: The Untold Tax Story

Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.

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.

Newcastle Ocean Baths Heritage Under Critical Threat

The iconic Newcastle Ocean Baths, a century-old coastal treasure, confront serious challenges that could jeopardise their heritage protection and future accessibility for generations of Australians.

Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-op faces child employment charges

Victoria's workplace watchdog has slapped the Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-operative with multiple charges for allegedly putting children as young as 15 to work in dangerous conditions, including operating heavy machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.

Baby suffers severe burns from reflected UV rays

An urgent warning has been issued across Australia after a baby suffered second-degree burns from UV radiation reflected off nearby surfaces. Experts reveal how everyday materials can become dangerous sun amplifiers.

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

WA cracks down on greenwashing with new mandatory rules

Western Australian businesses face stricter regulations as the state government intensifies its fight against misleading environmental marketing. Discover how new mandatory guidelines will impact local agencies and protect consumers.

ACT Govt Knew MyWay System Was Failing Years Ago

Explosive revelations show the ACT Government knew Canberra's troubled MyWay ticketing system was failing years before its replacement, costing taxpayers millions in avoidable expenses.

Aussie Mum's Toilet Training Breakthrough

Discover how one Australian mother's frustration with traditional toilet training led to creating a complete system that's helping families ditch nappies faster and cleaner.

Turtle Time: Saving Far North QLD's Sea Turtles

Discover how dedicated conservationists in Far North Queensland are protecting endangered sea turtles during nesting season through innovative monitoring programs and community engagement.

Kununurra's youth crime crisis: System failure exposed

The remote WA community of Kununurra faces a youth crime epidemic, but residents say taking children from families would only worsen the situation. Discover why systemic failures are at the heart of the problem.

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