Townsville Court November 7: Multiple Sentencings Revealed
Get the latest updates from Townsville's District Court as multiple offenders face sentencing for serious crimes including assault, drug trafficking, and dangerous driving.
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Townsville predator sentenced for teen sexual assault
A Townsville court has delivered justice as Shadyn Brooklyn Eithan Sorensen receives sentencing for the sexual assault of a teenage girl. Read the disturbing details of the case that has rocked the local community.
Townsville drink drivers fined heavily in court
Two North Queensland men have been slapped with significant penalties after separate drink-driving incidents, with one driver caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
Cessnock Jail: Murderer pleads guilty to prison assault
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.
Jailed priest Patrick Holmes guilty of more child sex crimes
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sexual abuse, has been found guilty of additional historical offences against children in Western Australia's District Court.
LNP Candidate Pushes Mandatory Jail for Bail Breaches
LNP candidate Wayde Chiesa vows to implement mandatory jail time for serious bail breaches in North Queensland, sparking debate about crime prevention and judicial reform.
Prison guard assault sentence appealed as inadequate
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.
Townsville man jailed for drug-fuelled assault
Mervyn Eric James has been sentenced for a violent assault committed while under the influence of drugs in a Townsville shopping centre car park.
Weary Dunlop: Australia's WWII Hero of Compassion
Discover the incredible true story of Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop, the Australian surgeon who became a legend of resilience and humanity in WWII prison camps.
Cessnock man jailed for road rage stabbing attack
A Cessnock man's violent road rage attack involving a knife has resulted in a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of the incident that left another driver seriously injured.
Cameraman recalls iconic Melbourne Cup police push
Veteran Channel 7 cameraman Will Pristel shares behind-the-scenes details of capturing one of Australian racing's most infamous moments - the 2015 Melbourne Cup police push that went viral.
Man strangles ill fiancée during 000 emergency call
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.
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.
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.
Townsville police officer injured in stolen car incident
A Townsville police officer has been hospitalised after a dramatic stolen vehicle incident in Rosslea that saw multiple cars stolen and a dangerous police pursuit through suburban streets.
Canberra Prison Drug Use Driven by Boredom: Report
A groundbreaking report exposes how extreme boredom in Canberra's jail is driving inmates toward drug use, with lockdowns creating a perfect storm for substance abuse behind bars.
Rosie O'Donnell's Daughter Sentenced to Prison
Entertainment legend Rosie O'Donnell shares emotional post about daughter Chelsea's addiction struggles and prison sentencing in raw family update.
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.
ACT Prisons Ban USBs After CCTV Data Leak Security Breach
Canberra's prison system implements sweeping security reforms after thousands of CCTV files were compromised, banning USB devices and overhauling data management protocols.
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.
Townsville robber jailed for armed crime spree
A Townsville criminal has been jailed for his role in multiple terrifying armed robberies that shook local businesses. Discover the full story behind the sentencing that's bringing closure to victims.
NSW prison officers strike over inmate's suspended sentence
Correctional officers across New South Wales have launched industrial action after a violent inmate received a suspended sentence for a brutal assault that left prison staff traumatised.
Serial rapist breaks down as cold case horrors revealed
A Perth serial rapist faces sentencing after pleading guilty to multiple horrific cold case sexual assaults that haunted victims for decades. Read the shocking details.
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
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.
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.
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.
Ex-Children's Centre Director Jailed for Theft
A former Weston Creek Children's Centre director has been sentenced to jail after pleading guilty to stealing over $150,000 from the community facility.
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