Police Commissioner defends helicopter use
Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.
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ADF Sexual Assault Claims Surge 33% in Shock Report
Disturbing new figures show sexual assault claims within the Australian Defence Force have jumped by one-third, with insiders warning the crisis demands urgent action and cultural reform.
Baldivis Man Critical After Amazon Drive Attack
A brutal attack on an Amazon delivery driver in Baldivis has left a local man fighting for his life as police launch a major investigation into the shocking incident.
Geelong police standoff ends after 7 hours
A tense seven-hour police operation in Geelong's Corio suburb concludes with one man in custody after specialist negotiators and tactical officers successfully resolve the dangerous situation.
Canberra Centre Assault: Police Hunt for Witnesses
ACT Police urgently seek witnesses to a violent assault at Canberra Centre shopping complex. Authorities release CCTV footage and appeal for public assistance.
$60M Drug Bust: 18 Charged in WA-NSW Police Operation
In a major cross-state operation, Australian police have seized 268kg of illicit drugs and charged eighteen people, dealing a massive blow to organised crime networks.
WA Police crisis: Officers fleeing in record numbers
Western Australia's police force faces an unprecedented exodus as undervalued officers leave the service, creating a staffing crisis that threatens community safety across the state.
Dianella police chase ends in dramatic crash
A shocking police pursuit in Perth's northern suburbs ended violently when a hatchback driver deliberately collided with a marked police vehicle despite flashing lights and sirens.
Police assaulted at chaotic Byford Halloween party
Chaos erupted at a Byford Halloween party when multiple police officers were assaulted while responding to an out-of-control gathering. Two officers required medical treatment following the violent confrontation.
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.
Prince Andrew Stripped of Royal Titles and Banished
Buckingham Palace delivers stunning blow to Prince Andrew, removing his military affiliations and royal patronages while forcing him out of his Windsor residence as sexual assault lawsuit looms.
WA man arrested over alleged Mayanup home invasion
A Western Australian man faces serious charges after allegedly forcing his way into a Mayanup home and assaulting the occupant in a shocking overnight incident that ended with a dramatic police arrest.
Josh Papalii criminal case permanently stayed
Canberra Raiders forward Josh Papalii has been granted a permanent stay in his criminal case, with the ACT Supreme Court citing unreasonable delay and prosecution failures.
Manager avoids jail for violent Newcastle pub assault
A Queensland operations manager has avoided prison despite pleading guilty to a brutal assault that left a Newcastle man with serious facial injuries outside a Darby Street pub.
Hawker man faces court over alleged partner assault
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.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault convictions
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.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward receives 5-year, 9-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.
Townsville prison lockdown after officers assaulted
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.
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
Cessnock prison officers strike over inmate sentence
Prison officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre have launched strike action, protesting what they call an 'unacceptable' sentence given to an inmate who assaulted staff members.
MacGill's kidnappers avoid jail in cocaine theft case
In a stunning court outcome, the men who kidnapped former Australian cricket star Stuart MacGill have avoided jail time despite their violent cocaine theft plot that left the sports legend traumatised.
Police investigate jail assault on Geelong criminal Omar Altee
Victoria Police launch investigation after convicted criminal Omar Altee was assaulted in custody. Exclusive details on the prison incident and ongoing safety concerns.
Lake Macquarie Stabbing: Man Injured, Suspect in Court
A violent altercation at Lake Macquarie has left one man with serious injuries while another faces court proceedings. Police responded swiftly to the incident that has rattled local residents.
Geelong Magistrates' Court: Thursday Cases Breakdown
From driving offences to theft and assault charges - get the full breakdown of cases heard at Geelong Magistrates' Court this Thursday, October 30.
Cairns Navy Base Date Rape Allegations Over Hinge Meetup
Shocking claims emerge from a Cairns naval base where a sailor allegedly drugged and assaulted a woman he met on dating app Hinge, with the case now before military court.
Queensland sex crimes surge 12% in alarming new data
New Queensland crime statistics show a disturbing 12% surge in sexual assaults across the state, with regional areas recording the most significant increases.
ACT sexual assault and family violence reports surge
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.
Geelong man appeals sentence for driving into house
Nathan Rourke returns to County Court fighting his sentence for dangerous driving and assaults that left Geelong community stunned. Latest updates on the appeal.
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