Disgraced Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sex offences, now confronts additional historical charges as Western Australian authorities continue investigating his dark past.
Human rights advocates and Sudanese Australians demand immediate Australian government action as Sudan faces mass atrocities and potential genocide. Experts warn of catastrophic famine without urgent intervention.
A Canberra man has been sentenced after attacking his sick fiancée while she was on the phone with emergency services, in a disturbing case that highlights the brutality of domestic violence.
Groundbreaking research exposes how Australian women's unpaid work contributes $427 billion annually to the economy - discover what your invisible labour is really worth.
New revelations about Prince Andrew's civil case settlement raise troubling questions about justice delayed and denied for sexual abuse survivors in Australia and beyond.
East Air has triumphantly restored direct flights between Cairns and the Whitsundays, reconnecting two of Queensland's most spectacular tropical destinations after a lengthy COVID-induced suspension.
Western Australia could soon implement a groundbreaking national pilot program called DV Notify, designed to protect victims of domestic violence through real-time alerts to police when perpetrators are released from custody.
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
A shocking new report reveals Earth's climate indicators are deteriorating at unprecedented rates, with 20 of 35 planetary health metrics now at record extremes.
Christopher James McLoughney faces court after the body of a woman was discovered at a rural Hunter Valley property, sending shockwaves through the local community.
A tense police manhunt across Newcastle has concluded with the arrest of 38-year-old Christopher James McLoughney following an alleged domestic violence incident and dramatic escape attempt.
Police are hunting a man after a 31-year-old woman was found dead with horrific injuries in Cessnock, in what appears to be another devastating case of domestic violence in regional NSW.
A determined group of Cairns locals took to the streets demanding urgent action on Queensland's escalating gender-based violence crisis, calling for more funding and support services.
Disturbing revelations emerge as former Canberra AFL coach faces multiple child abuse charges, sending shockwaves through local sporting circles.
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.
Steven Miles calls on Local Government Association to explain involvement of councillor facing domestic violence charges in significant funding announcement.
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.
Western Australia faces a devastating paediatrician shortage as waiting lists explode to 12,000 children, with some families waiting over four years for essential medical care.
Western Australia's Sheffield Shield campaign continues unbeaten after a nail-biting draw against Tasmania, despite Cameron Green's bizarre dismissal at the WACA.
A 35-year-old Hawker man has been charged with assaulting his partner and breaching family violence orders in a case now before ACT Magistrates Court.
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward begins two-year prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage boy and a young man while serving as MP.
Explosive court documents reveal Sia's former partner claims the singer is struggling with addiction and shouldn't have custody of their children in this developing Australian entertainment story.
Wollongong's streets echoed with powerful chants as hundreds gathered for the Reclaim the Night march, demanding an end to gender-based violence in our community.
Rising star Campbell Kellaway delivers a masterclass innings for Victoria while Nathan McSweeney's century powers South Australia in thrilling Sheffield Shield action.
Nearly 50 years later, the dramatic dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam remains a stark reminder of Australian democracy's vulnerability and the enduring power of constitutional crises.
Nathan McSweeney's brilliant Sheffield Shield century has South Australia dominating Western Australia in a thrilling day of cricket at the WACA Ground.
From domestic violence to drug offences, get the inside scoop on who faced justice in Townsville Magistrates Court this Thursday. Our comprehensive coverage brings you the details that matter.
New statistics reveal alarming increases in sexual assault and family violence reports across the Australian Capital Territory, prompting urgent calls for action and support services.
Melville residents face strict new cat containment rules with hefty fines for non-compliance. Here's what every cat owner needs to know about the controversial new laws.
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.