Paroled man charged over alleged Canberra domestic assault
A 25-year-old man on parole faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting his partner in a Canberra home. Police detail the incident and urge anyone in a violent situation to seek help.
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ACT teachers report daily violence in high school classrooms
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
Cooktown man jailed for third domestic violence assault
A Cooktown machine operator has been sentenced to jail after his third assault on a much younger partner. Read the details of the case and the court's decision.
Bega offender jailed after telling magistrate 'Sorry Champ'
A Bega man with a history of assaults on vulnerable people is sentenced to two years' jail after repeatedly interrupting court proceedings. Read the full story.
Queen Camilla reveals teenage train assault after 60 years
Queen Camilla has shared a harrowing story of being physically attacked on a train as a teenager, speaking out to help end the stigma around violence against women.
Major drug and cash haul seized in Cessnock police raid
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.
Mother and boyfriend allegedly murdered in Sydney DV attack
A Sydney mother and her new partner were found with fatal stab wounds. Her ex-partner has been charged with murder as the community mourns a 'selfless' woman. Support is available.
Family violence order breaches top Geelong crime, police cite tech
Breaches of family violence orders remain Geelong's most reported crime, with police highlighting technology's dual role in both facilitating abuse and aiding enforcement. Read the latest data.
Judge scolds teen for laughing after sentence variation
A Nowra District Court judge reprimanded a 19-year-old offender for a 'total lack of respect' after he laughed and clapped upon having his jail sentence varied to home detention for a serious unprovoked assault.
Man avoids jail after Anzac Day pub rampage
A Barrack Heights man with mental health issues has been sentenced for an Anzac Day pub rampage in East Maitland where he threatened patrons with a weapon. Read the full court details.
Man accused of strangling pregnant ex-partner granted bail
A 22-year-old man has been granted bail after being arrested at Canberra Airport, accused of assaulting his pregnant former partner. The court heard details of the alleged strangulation and attack.
WA launches sexual violence strategy as assault rates surge
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.
Central Coast Bushfire Destroys Homes, Emergency Warning Issued
Homes have been engulfed in a fast-moving bushfire near Woy Woy on the Central Coast. Residents in several streets are told to leave immediately if safe to do so. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
Bellambi man spared jail over 'terrifying' home invasion
A Bellambi man narrowly avoided prison after a masked home invasion turned bizarre when the victim recognised him. Magistrate warns: 'Be careful who your friends are'.
Townsville sex offender sent to mental health hospital
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.
Australia's Year of Reckoning on Male Violence
As 2025 ends, Australia faces a crisis of male violence. Experts like Kate Fitz-Gibbon warn change is urgent. From Lilie James to Brittany Higgins, the call for action is clear.
WA Terrorism Act loophole forces police to release suspects
A major review of WA's Terrorism Prevention Detention Act reveals a critical flaw that could force police to free terror suspects. Discover the 16 urgent recommendations.
Drink driver laughed after crash causing brain injury
A Canberra drink driver who hit a cyclist, causing severe brain injury, was recorded laughing about the incident. He avoided jail but faces strict community order. Read the full court report.
Woman, 58, dragged friend by hair at Warrawong Caltex
A 58-year-old Warrawong woman has been convicted of assault after dragging a lifelong friend by her hair across a service station forecourt. Magistrate told her she was 'too old' for such behaviour.
Major SA domestic violence crackdown nets 30+ arrests
South Australian police have arrested more than 30 domestic violence offenders in a targeted statewide operation. The crackdown focused on high-risk perpetrators with outstanding warrants.
Mitch Marsh's WA Shield return: Where will he bat?
Mitch Marsh is set for his first WA Sheffield Shield match in years, but his batting position remains a puzzle. Get the latest on his four-day cricket comeback.
Jessica Page Demands Real Action on Domestic Violence
WA MP Jessica Page challenges the government's domestic violence response, demanding concrete action beyond symbolic gestures. Read her urgent call for change.
Gallagher refuses to release budget savings letters
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher claims public interest immunity, refusing a Senate order to release letters asking agencies to find savings. Critics blast government secrecy.
How Men Must Help End Domestic Violence in Australia
Jessica Stojkovski calls on Australian men to be active allies in ending family and domestic violence. Change requires collective action and accountability.
16 Days in WA: Men Challenged to Stop Gender Violence
Tarang Chawla leads Western Australia's 16-day anti-violence campaign, urging men to actively challenge harmful norms and behaviors to prevent gender-based violence.
WA's Domestic Violence Crisis: 12,000 Annual Incidents
Western Australia faces a domestic violence epidemic with 12,000 incidents reported yearly. Learn about new initiatives and community responses to this critical issue.
Australia's Future: A 55 Million Strong, Asian-Led Nation
By 2100, Australia transforms into a hybrid Pacific-Eurasian nation of 55 million, led by an ethnic Chinese PM, navigating a world where China is the dominant global power.
REIWA Champions 16 Days in WA Campaign Against Domestic Violence
REIWA President Suzanne Brown champions the 16 Days in WA campaign, highlighting the critical link between housing safety and supporting domestic violence survivors. Join the fight to end abuse.
WA's $96.4M Domestic Violence Funding Boost Announced
Western Australia launches historic $96.4 million domestic violence funding package to combat rising offences. Learn how this initiative aims to protect victims and prevent violence.
Judge Orders State to Pay Abuse Survivor's Legal Costs
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.
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