Cairns Court Friday: Key Cases Revealed
A comprehensive look at Friday's proceedings at Cairns Magistrates Court, featuring everything from traffic offences to serious assault charges in Far North Queensland.
A comprehensive look at Friday's proceedings at Cairns Magistrates Court, featuring everything from traffic offences to serious assault charges in Far North Queensland.
A convicted murderer serving time at Cessnock Correctional Centre has pleaded guilty to a violent prison assault, adding to his lengthy criminal history and raising concerns about inmate safety.
A 34-year-old Rutherford man has been charged with multiple offences after an alleged domestic violence assault that left a woman with facial injuries. The accused will face Maitland Local Court next month.
Brendon Paul Woolla convicted of manslaughter for the 2022 death of Anita Wolmby after pleading not guilty to murder in emotional Cairns Supreme Court case.
A Geelong man has been denied bail following a dramatic police siege in Bell Park, facing serious charges including assault and false imprisonment after a domestic incident turned into an hours-long standoff.
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.
Ryan James Sharp's appeal against a strict apprehended violence order has been dismissed by Wollongong Local Court, maintaining protections for victims after alleged threatening behaviour.
Shocking new research reveals Australian boys are accessing pornography as young as 8-10 years old, with experts linking early exposure to disturbing attitudes towards women and increased risk of gender-based violence.
A Newcastle man has avoided prison despite a brutal, unprovoked assault that left his victim with serious injuries at the popular Merewether Ocean Baths. The court's decision has sparked community discussion about violence at public swimming spots.
A major police operation in Townsville has resulted in multiple arrests, including one man facing serious domestic violence and fraud allegations as authorities ramp up efforts to combat crime.
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.
A comprehensive look at who's facing justice in Geelong Magistrates' Court this Monday, including drink driving offences, theft allegations, and family violence interventions.
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.
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.
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.
The Shire of Murray's historic apology for the 1834 Pinjarra Massacre represents a rare example of genuine accountability that could transform Australia's reconciliation journey.
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.
Townsville Correctional Centre remains in full lockdown after two correctional officers were brutally assaulted by an inmate, sparking major security concerns and an ongoing investigation.
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.
A landmark report exposes how sexual violence is costing Australia billions annually, with survivors bearing the heaviest financial and emotional burden. Discover the staggering economic impact and urgent call for action.
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 analysis exposes how sexual violence isn't just a personal tragedy but a massive drain on Australia's economy, costing billions and impacting workforce participation.
New Queensland crime statistics show a disturbing 12% surge in sexual assaults across the state, with regional areas recording the most significant increases.
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.
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.