A Wollongong man learned a costly lesson after thinking a meat pie and hot chips could offset five full-strength beers. He was caught driving with a blood alcohol reading three times the legal limit. Read the full court outcome.
Grant Clifford Brett Weeks, 23, granted bail on charges of careless driving, drug possession, and stealing. Case returns to Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 30.
A summary of all matters heard at the Townsville Magistrates Court on Tuesday, January 13. From driving offences to property damage, get the full local court report.
A full list of individuals appearing at the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, January 13. Details on charges including assault, theft, and traffic violations. Stay informed on local justice proceedings.
Blake Anthony Young has been convicted in Townsville Magistrates Court for high-range drink driving. Discover the details of the case and the legal consequences.
New data shows a sharp decline in ACT learner drivers passing the provisional test on the first attempt. Discover the common errors and trends from 2021 to 2025.
ACT Police report a significant spike in dangerous driving and anti-social behaviour at Summernats 38, resulting in 19 vehicle seizures and multiple arrests. Read the full details.
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Canberra after a dramatic police pursuit through Tuggeranong. Police dogs found him hiding under a deck, and he now faces multiple charges.
A 36-year-old Coombs man faces court after witnesses prevented him from leaving the scene of a head-on collision in Yarralumla involving a stolen vehicle, ACT Policing alleges. Read the full story.
A nine-year-old girl narrowly escaped injury after a car crashed into her Baldivis home in the early hours of Sunday morning. The 27-year-old driver faces multiple charges. Read the full story.
A detailed look at the charges and appearances at Townsville Magistrates Court on Monday, January 12. From driving offences to alleged theft, see who faced the magistrate.
A 22-year-old man is in custody accused of menacing and drink-driving in a horrific Appin crash that killed a 17-year-old girl and left two others fighting for life. Read the latest court details.
West Australian motoring editor Stephen Scourfield shares his 2026 driving pledges, from 'Team Driving' to ignoring digital billboards. Discover how to make our roads safer and less stressful.
Isitolo Vilo Finau has been convicted and fined in Townsville Magistrates Court for a high-range drink driving offence. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
A Canberra motorist has received a suspended jail term for deliberately hitting and killing two kangaroos in acts a magistrate labelled 'callous, inhumane and cruel'. Read the full court details.
Jack Anthony Barfoot has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for a drunk driving blunder. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
A detailed look at the charges and outcomes from Geelong Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, January 7. Read the full list of cases and legal proceedings.
Grant Andrew Carter has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for high-range drink-driving. Read the full details of his fine and driving disqualification.
A 57-year-old Boondall man faces charges after allegedly being caught speeding 11 times in 17 minutes while over the alcohol limit. He is due in court on January 22.
A Geelong man has admitted to drug driving after a crash. Cameron Lovell faced court and received a fine and licence loss. Read the full details.
Newcastle and Hunter police conducted over 31,000 breath tests in a 17-day holiday crackdown. While no one died locally, 19 injury crashes occurred. Police warn of a concerning rise in drug-driving.
A 33-year-old man spent a night in custody after police allege he drove dangerously at Nelson Bay with a blood alcohol reading of 0.280. He faces multiple charges as police operations continue.
The driver involved in the Nigeria car crash that killed two of Anthony Joshua's friends and injured the boxer has been charged with dangerous driving. Get the latest details.
Townsville Mayor Nick Dametto had a close call with a reckless driver performing burnouts on Flinders St. Police are investigating the dangerous incident. Read the full story.
A NSW Police sergeant faces court over a crash in South Kempsey that left a pedestrian with serious injuries. The officer's employment is under review.
A NSW Police sergeant faces court over a crash that injured a woman in South Kempsey nearly two years ago. The officer's employment status is now under review.
A provisional driver in Canberra was caught at 198km/h in a 90 zone, telling police he was 'being silly'. His licence was suspended and car seized.
ACT Police made more than a dozen arrests for assaults and dangerous driving during New Year's Eve celebrations. A 19-year-old was caught driving at 198km/h. Read the full report.
A Cairns man faces court after being charged with drink driving twice in a single night during Queensland Police's festive road safety operation. Read the full details of the shocking incident.
A 24-year-old O'Connor man will face court after police allegedly caught him riding at 120km/h in an 80 zone on Southern Cross Drive, Scullin. His motorcycle was confiscated.