Woman fronts court over $20m cocaine smuggling plot
An Adelaide woman faces life in prison after being charged with attempting to smuggle over $20 million worth of cocaine into South Australia. Her co-accused is hospitalised with meningitis.
An Adelaide woman faces life in prison after being charged with attempting to smuggle over $20 million worth of cocaine into South Australia. Her co-accused is hospitalised with meningitis.
WA Police expand search for Kenneth John Giles, 58, who allegedly shot a woman and fled into bushland near Mullewa. The victim is in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Public urged not to approach.
Residents of Mullewa express fears about Kenneth John Giles' mental state before the alleged shooting. Read the full story on the community's concerns and the police investigation.
WA Police are responding to a significant incident in Mullewa after reports of an armed man. Residents are urged to follow official instructions. More details to come.
New crime data reveals methamphetamine offences have exceeded cannabis for the second consecutive year in Greater Geelong, highlighting a worrying trend in the region's drug landscape.
WA Police have seized firearms and a large quantity of drugs in a Nollamara raid, charging two people. The operation targeted high-harm offenders in the Mirrabooka district.
Molina Ryan's application for bail has been refused by the WA Supreme Court. She is charged with murdering a man in Geraldton. Read the latest court details.
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after police seized $20,000 cash, methylamphetamine, heroin, GHB and stun guns during a firearms prohibition search in Cessnock. Read the full details.
Newcastle police have charged two women after allegedly finding cocaine, MDMA, and $65,000 cash during a vehicle stop in Waratah West. Read the latest on this major drug supply case.
West Coast Eagles forward Tyler Brockman is under investigation after a violent street fight in Geraldton left a man hospitalised with a broken jaw. The club is gathering information.
Ageless gelding Sowar, at nine years old, clinched the $100,000 Mount Augustus Tourist Park Walkaway Cup in a gutsy performance. Read the full story of this remarkable win and what's next for jockey Holly Watson.
A 40-year-old woman is expected to face court after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found 15kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $13 million, in her luggage at Sydney International Airport.
A 39-year-old Geraldton man is due in court after allegedly using a stolen car to ram-raid a Beechboro cafe on Christmas morning, then fleeing police. Read the full details.
A 37-year-old man has died after losing control of a rental e-scooter in Geraldton in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
A former award-winning Cairns builder has been spared jail after pleading guilty to 75 offences, including drug trafficking and fraud, following a meth addiction. Read the full court details.
Geraldton is set for a sweltering 43-degree Christmas Day, capping off a severe heatwave. Find out how the city plans to cope and the record it's chasing.
WA Police have disrupted organised crime, seizing 45kg of cocaine, 7kg of meth, and over $385,000 cash in Perth. Four men face 20 charges. Read the full details.
A 13-year-old girl is in a serious condition after a Toyota Hilux rollover on the Brand Highway near Bookara. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
A second-generation Geraldton fishing family sells their final catch as WA's commercial demersal ban begins. Discover the community impact and political fightback.
Police in Far North Queensland have uncovered a significant weapons cache and cannabis plantation in a major operation. Read the full details of the raids and arrests.
A Cairns man, just spared jail on other charges, was caught in a major meth trafficking bust hours later. Read the shocking details of the police sting.
Australian authorities have seized over 400kg of illegal drugs using a custom AI model. The 2025 State of the Service report highlights AI's role in boosting public service innovation and capability.
WA Police have charged two youths following a major Geraldton fire. Local detectives and Strike Force Vulcan continue their investigation into the suspicious blaze.
SA Police have launched a major investigation into an alleged drug trafficking ring following a significant seizure. Get the latest details on the operation and arrests.
Queensland Police have dismantled an alleged drug trafficking network, arresting four people and seizing cash, weapons, and a significant quantity of drugs. Read the full details.
Police have seized nine firearms and made three arrests in a major raid on a property in Upper Haughton, near Townsville. Read the full details of the operation.
Perth endures its hottest December day in 46 years, hitting 39C, while a suspicious bushfire near Geraldton destroys a home. Hundreds of firefighters battle extreme conditions. Latest updates.
Out-of-control bushfire threatens WA homes. Residents in Bluff Point, Spalding, Sunset Beach urged to evacuate immediately. Over 3000 properties affected by power outages.
Emergency warning issued for northern Geraldton as firefighters battle out-of-control bushfire amid 42C heat. Evacuation centres open as 605 properties lose power.
Seth Spiteri, 19, battles for bail after being charged over alleged 525kg cocaine import operation off Lancelin coast. His mother offers $50,000 surety.