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NRL probes Tonga's handling of Katoa's head knocks

The NRL has launched a formal investigation after Tongan medical staff allowed Eels forward Eliesa Katoa to return to the field following two concerning head knocks during the Pacific Championships clash against Samoa.

Toddler unharmed in Hume Highway crash miracle

A Melbourne family shares their life-saving advice after their toddler walked away unharmed from a terrifying multi-vehicle collision on the Hume Highway, highlighting the critical importance of proper car seat safety.

Townsville man jailed for child exploitation crimes

Jason Lee Carter receives significant prison sentence for creating and distributing child exploitation material in shocking Townsville District Court ruling that highlights community protection efforts.

Youth Justice Crisis: Failing WA's Vulnerable Children

Sophie Stewart's powerful opinion piece calls for urgent intervention to prevent at-risk Western Australian children from entering the justice system, highlighting systemic failures and the need for early support.

Australia's Youth Social Media Ban: Reality Check

The Australian government's proposed social media ban for under-16s faces major technical hurdles and privacy concerns. Experts reveal why age verification might create more problems than it solves.

Centrelink chaos fuels financial advice boom

Financial advisers are cashing in on Australia's complex welfare system as desperate pensioners seek help navigating Centrelink's confusing rules and poor communication.

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.

Girl Crashes E-Bike Into Car in Viral Footage

Disturbing footage of a young girl crashing into a car on an e-bike has ignited urgent calls for regulation as Australia faces growing safety concerns over electric bicycles.

Illawarra's High-Profile Court Cases This Week

From alleged police assaults to serious domestic violence charges and shocking child abuse material allegations - here's what's unfolding in Illawarra courtrooms this week.

Geelong dad admits attack on mum and toddler

A Geelong father has admitted to a terrifying home invasion where he assaulted a woman and her young child in Norlane. The shocking incident has left the community reeling.

Missing Boy Search Continues After Dam Drainage Fails

The massive search operation for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont continues in the Northern Territory outback after draining a dam proved unsuccessful. Authorities remain determined to find the young boy who vanished from a remote station.

Baldivis baby death case delayed, new court date set

A Baldivis woman charged with murdering her infant child has had her court appearance postponed as police continue their investigation into the tragic death discovered in a Perth southern suburbs home.

Melbourne Cup: Four Horses Face Vet Review

In an unprecedented move, Racing Victoria veterinarians are conducting urgent reassessments of four Cup contenders as the final field for Australia's greatest race takes shape. Get the latest on which horses face scrutiny and what it means for the $8.4 mi

5-Year-Old Girl Dies in Sydney Scooter Tragedy

A heartbreaking incident in Sydney's western suburbs has left a community in mourning after a five-year-old girl succumbed to injuries from a scooter crash. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young child.

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.

5yo girl critical after Sydney scooter crash

A young girl remains in serious condition following a horrific scooter crash in Sydney's western suburbs, sparking urgent safety warnings from emergency services.

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.

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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