A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
WA unveils a decade-long strategy to combat sexual violence as reports hit a 32-year high. New funding extends vital legal and forensic support for survivors. Learn more.
Fresh allegations of indecent assault and harassment against ousted Newcastle real estate figure Anthony Di Nardo span three decades, with more than 20 women now speaking out. Read the full investigation.
SafeWork NSW is investigating Anthony Di Nardo's Belle Property franchises following serious allegations of sexual misconduct and unsafe workplaces from more than ten staff. Read the latest.
The ACT government moves to stop child sex offenders using good character references to reduce sentences. New family violence safety notices also proposed.
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.
A Canberra man's repeated rape of a customer in an arts store caused her 'years of pain' for his fleeting pleasure, a court heard. The ACT Supreme Court will sentence him next week.
An 18-year-old woman is fighting for life after an alleged sexual assault at a Casula park. A 27-year-old man has been charged and refused bail. Police urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
A Canberra man sexually abused a 13-year-old girl he met on Reddit after explicitly asking for her ID. Read the full court details and judge's remarks.
An 85-year-old former Marist brother has pleaded guilty to indecently assaulting a homeless 16-year-old boy in the ACT in 1980. Malcolm John Dickson changed his plea an hour into his Supreme Court trial.
New research reveals over 15% of sexual harassment incidents happen at work social events. Experts from UniSA outline crucial steps for employers and employees to respond and prevent harm.
Former WA police officer Bradley Leslie Humble sentenced to six years and eight months for impersonating a cop to enter a home with a hatchet and cable ties. Read the shocking details.
Two men face assault charges following separate incidents involving women aboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney. One was refused bail, the other granted conditional release.
Belle Property has terminated franchisee Anthony Di Nardo following sexual misconduct allegations from over 10 female staff members spanning more than a decade in Newcastle.
White Chaco restaurant owner Yi-Chung Hsieh accused of violently assaulting staff member while manager watched. Court hears disturbing workplace culture allegations.
A 19-year-old MacGregor man faces multiple charges including drink-driving and aggravated dangerous driving after an hour-long police pursuit through Canberra's south. Read the full details.
A judge has ordered the WA State to pay the legal costs of child abuse survivor Dion Barber, who won a $2.85 million landmark case. Discover the details of this significant ruling.
Former Canberra students allegedly sexually abused at Daramalan College and St Matthew's Primary can pursue new compensation after court sets aside old settlements. #Justice #Canberra
New research reveals most men want to intervene against workplace sexual harassment but lack training and legal protection. Discover how ethical bystander training can create safer Australian workplaces.
Emails reveal former ANU professor Lawrence Krauss described Jeffrey Epstein as 'thoughtful, kind and considerate' while seeking advice on sexual harassment allegations. Read the full investigation.
A 38-year-old man faces grievous bodily harm charges following an alleged assault in Gympie. Police continue investigations into the incident that left a man injured.
University of Wollongong reverses course on SARC cuts after student outcry, but staffing reductions still concern advocates during national violence crisis.
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.
An 18-year-old camp instructor has been denied bail after being charged with 13 counts of sexually touching children. The alleged incidents occurred at a school camp in October.
Exclusive investigation reveals multiple sexual harassment claims against Belle Property's Anthony Di Nardo, including allegations involving teenage staff member. Police reports filed.
The 2026 Australian Census will feature new questions on gender identity and sexual orientation, promising a more complete national picture. Data release starts June 2027.
Grant Gaut pleads guilty to assaulting Ricky Bradshaw in Ingham. The court hears details of the violent attack and its impact on the victim. Read the full story.
A father and son have faced ACT court accused of assaulting referees at an under-14s rugby grand final, with one official allegedly knocked unconscious. Read the latest developments.
Raynard Ian Richard Conway has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for sexual assault. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.