Terminally ill woman wins victim's compo after assault
A terminally ill Illawarra woman fractured her hip in a domestic violence assault. After initially being denied, she won a $5000 victim's payment on appeal. Read her fight for justice.
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Flood victims swamped by disaster funding red tape
Queenslanders hit by the 2022 floods are struggling to access promised funds due to a new, complex government process. Learn about the bureaucratic delays and calls for urgent reform.
Two dead in SA's Horrocks Highway crash, Filipino community mourns
Adelaide's Filipino community is grieving after a New Year's Eve van rollover on Horrocks Highway killed an 18-year-old student and a 71-year-old grandmother. Read more about the tragedy and the fundraising efforts.
Bondi victims' families call for royal commission role
Families of the Bondi Junction attack victims urge the government to include them as experts in the upcoming royal commission into violence. Their lived experience is crucial for effective reform.
Bondi attack victim condition deteriorates, two discharged
A Bondi Beach terror attack victim's condition has worsened, while two more survivors have been released from Sydney hospitals. Get the latest updates on the recovery efforts.
Bondi Attack: 11 Still in Hospital, Two Critical
More than two weeks after the Bondi Beach terror attack, 11 victims remain in Sydney hospitals, with two in critical condition. Read the latest on their recovery and the community's response.
Cairns protest targets court over lenient sentences
Outraged families staged a 'Tinsel' protest at Cairns court, demanding justice for victims of violent crime. They claim sentences are too lenient. Read the full story.
Bondi shooting victims remembered at Parliament House vigil
Hundreds gathered at Parliament House for a candlelight memorial honouring the 15 victims of the Bondi mass shooting. The community united in grief and a message of hope during Hanukkah.
WA mourns Bondi victims at Kings Park vigil
West Australians gathered at Kings Park for a National Day of Reflection, paying tribute to the six victims of the Bondi Junction tragedy one week on. Read the full story of community mourning.
Bondi Beach paddle-out tribute for terror attack victims
More than 1000 people joined a moving paddle-out tribute at Bondi Beach to remember the 15 lives lost in Sunday's terror attack. The community formed a circle of solidarity in the water for a minute's silence.
Bondi Beach terror attack leaves 15 dead, nation mourns
Australia grieves after a horrific terror attack at Bondi Beach left 15 dead and dozens injured. The latest updates on the tragedy and a moving community tribute.
Perth vigil honours Bondi massacre victims
Hundreds of mourners gathered at a Perth synagogue for a vigil honouring the 15 lives lost in the Bondi Beach shooting. Community leaders call for action against antisemitism.
Bondi attack victim's daughter shares father's survival story
Victoria Teplitsky recounts her 86-year-old father being shot at Bondi's Channukah event. Hear the emotional story that brought Nat Barr to tears. Read more.
Bondi Lamplighter Vigil for Terror Attack Victims
Sydney's Bondi community gathers for a poignant lamplighter vigil to honour the victims of the December terror attack. Read about the tributes and the city's resilience.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
New data reveals Hunter's escalating homelessness crisis
New government data shows specialist homelessness services in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are supporting almost nine people daily. Advocates warn the system is at breaking point.
Serendipity Support Services: Empowering Illawarra Disability Community
Illawarra's Serendipity Support Services marks International Day of People with Disability, offering participant-centred care, SIL homes, and community programs. Discover their family-run approach.
Magnetic Island elderly lose vital care services
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Four-Vehicle Crash in Townsville, Person Trapped
Emergency services responded to a serious four-vehicle collision on Woolcock Street in Townsville. One person was reportedly trapped as rescue crews worked to free them.
Victims May Get Final Say on Life Sentence Parole
WA Attorney General Tony Buti proposes giving victims' families veto power over parole for serious criminals serving life sentences. Learn how this reform could reshape justice.
Urgent funding demanded for Cairns Hospital helipad
Cairns Hospital's critical helipad requires immediate $1.5 million upgrade as emergency services face dangerous landing conditions. Lives at risk without urgent action.
Giuffre Family Feud Over Epstein Estate Escalates
Virginia Giuffre's mother and sister battle over compensation from Jeffrey Epstein's victims fund as legal dispute reaches Western Australia's Supreme Court.
Sydney shooting: Two arrested in Blacktown incident
Police arrest two individuals following a shooting in Blacktown's Carunya St. One person treated at scene, no ongoing threat to public. Avoid area.
Car crashes into Perth beauty salon, erupts in flames
A car smashed into Orelia Beauty Salon XXX Lash Beauty in Perth, causing extensive damage and erupting into flames. Emergency services responded quickly to the shocking incident.
Newcastle charity in urgent $100k fundraising race
SRU Community Hub faces critical funding crisis, needing $100,000 to secure new premises and maintain essential domestic violence support services for Hunter families.
Person trapped after car crashes into tree in Willetton
Emergency services respond to serious crash in Willetton where a person remains trapped in their vehicle after colliding with a tree. Rescue operation underway.
Cairns Wellness Centre Opens for Mums' Mental Health
A new wellness centre has opened in Cairns to provide crucial mental health support for mothers facing perinatal challenges. Discover how this facility helps local families.
QGAir Rescue Helicopter Staffing Crisis Revealed
Explosive allegations reveal QGAir rescue helicopter service operating with skeleton crews, raising serious safety concerns. Read the full investigation.
Man rescued after being trapped under hydraulic lift in Bakers Hill
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue of a man trapped under a hydraulic lift on Tamma Road in Bakers Hill. Read about the heroic efforts that saved his life.
Sexual Violence Legal Service extended to 2028
A vital legal service for victim-survivors of sexual violence in the ACT has secured funding until 2028, addressing 'enormous and unmet' demand. Learn how this supports survivors.
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