Woman escapes conviction for Geelong bar assault
A 22-year-old Geelong woman has avoided a criminal conviction after assaulting another woman at a local bar. The court heard the attack stemmed from a long-running family dispute.
A 22-year-old Geelong woman has avoided a criminal conviction after assaulting another woman at a local bar. The court heard the attack stemmed from a long-running family dispute.
Canberra swimmers demand urgent talks over the $138 million Commonwealth Park aquatic centre, which will not replace the city's only dive pool. Critics call it a waste of public funds.
Brodie Jake Dewar, 20, faces charges for an alleged unprovoked Christmas morning assault in Kalamunda, two days before the alleged attack on ex-Labor strategist Tim Picton. Police opposed bail.
A 63-year-old high school teacher has been refused bail after police uncovered an alleged plan to sexually assault two children. He is due in court Thursday.
Perth wine lovers have a new luxe destination. Gladstones bar at Crown Perth offers a curated selection of West Australian wines in a sophisticated vineyard-style setting. Discover the perfect pre-show or special occasion spot.
Discover Cara Bistro & Wine Bar, a hidden neighbourhood gem in Newcastle's The Junction. Chef Max Crawford offers Mediterranean-inspired small plates and a curated wine list. Find out what makes this intimate venue a local favourite.
ACT government confirms no dive pool at new Commonwealth Park aquatic centre, raising fears the facility may be lost forever. Community groups react with anger and scepticism.
The Swiss resort of Crans-Montana, where a New Year's Eve bar fire killed 40 people in 2024, is slated to host Alpine skiing for the 2038 Winter Olympics. Read the full story on the proposed Swiss Games.
A 21-year-old man has been charged after allegedly assaulting two police officers on a South Coast beach, leaving a senior constable with serious facial injuries. Read the full details of the violent arrest.
Discover Klub Kembali, a unique craft cocktail bar in Lombok serving innovative fusion cuisine in a restored joglo house. Far from the typical 'same-same' beach town fare. Read our review.
A 63-year-old Geelong man has been sentenced to jail for stalking and unlawfully assaulting a young hospitality worker. Read the full court details and outcome.
Residents were evacuated from a Bar Beach building after a kitchen fire broke out on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters brought the blaze under control in 30 minutes.
Esqulant Leisure Group announces two new hospitality venues, Bar Olé and The Heart, opening in Applecross in 2026. Offering stunning Swan River views, they will create 100 jobs and bring Spanish cuisine and upmarket pub dining to Perth's south.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
A 33-year-old Canberra man faces court, accused of raping a woman who fell asleep after a pre-move-in dinner. He was granted bail to live in Moruya. Support services available.
All victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar have been identified, with more than half being teenagers. One Australian was among the injured.
Australians are among those grieving after a fire at a Swiss ski resort bar killed 40, many of them teenagers. Survivors recount the horror and the agonising wait for news. Read their stories.
A promotional video shows indoor pyrotechnics at the Swiss bar where a fire killed 40 on New Year's Eve. An Australian is among the injured. Read the latest updates.
New tender documents for Canberra's $138 million aquatic centre reveal no dive pool or boards, angering users who expected a like-for-like replacement. Key sports and community assets are now under threat.
A deadly explosion ripped through a bar in the luxury Swiss ski town of Crans-Montana in the early hours of New Year's Day. Several people are dead and others injured. Get the latest updates.
From a fatal beach shooting to devastating floods and a major health initiative, revisit the stories that defined the Hunter region in 2025. Read the full year in review.
Police have discovered the body of 37-year-old Christopher Bonds in Old Bar bushland, three weeks after he was reported missing. A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
A body discovered near Old Bar in NSW has ended the search for a 37-year-old man missing since December 9. Police investigations into his disappearance are ongoing.
Adrian Beau Cardinal, a Perth massage therapist, faces court accused of indecent assault. The alleged incident occurred during a professional session in May 2023. Read the full details.
A Cairns apartment manager who assaulted elderly residents has had his jail sentence overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the shocking case and the court's decision.
ACT Police are searching for a man who allegedly indecently grabbed a woman while riding an e-scooter with multi-coloured lights in Gungahlin. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man is fighting for life in hospital following a serious assault in Northbridge. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses. Read the latest.
A 43-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting six people in a shocking 30-minute rampage at a Bassendean library and nearby shops. Police detail the violent incidents.
Mylk'd Dessert Bar has opened its second Perth location in the CBD on Murray Street, drawing a crowd for its viral self-serve cookies and brownies. Discover the new late-night sweet spot.
Aussie favourite Surf Dive n' Ski launches its epic Boxing Day sale with discounts up to 60% on brands like Billabong and Roxy. Shop summer swimwear and gear from just $20.