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.
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Melbourne police release CCTV in search for creep, temple thieves
Victoria Police have released CCTV in two separate Melbourne investigations: a cyclist's inappropriate assault on a walking trail and a brazen temple robbery. Know the latest.
New Graffiti Clue in 14-Year-Old Kalgoorlie Cold Case
WA Police release images of graffiti linked to the 2012 disappearance of Charlie Park in Boulder, renewing a $1M reward appeal for answers in the suspected murder.
Geelong driver pleads guilty to drug driving charges
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.
Good Samaritan's Christmas ruined after violent assault
A Melbourne father spent Christmas recovering after a brutal assault while breaking up a fight. Police are hunting the offender who fled the scene. Read more and see the CCTV.
Elderly Woman Injured in Midland Crash, Police Appeal
An 81-year-old woman was hospitalised after a serious crash on Lloyd Street in Midland. Police are urging anyone with dashcam footage or information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Cancer Drug Delayed by PBS Bureaucracy, Family Pleads
A Townsville family's desperate fight for a lifesaving cancer drug is stalled by PBS bureaucracy. Their plea highlights systemic delays affecting patients across Australia. Read their story.
Police appeal for missing WA woman Westina Winmar
WA Police urgently seek public help to locate 30-year-old Westina Winmar, missing from Laverton since December 9. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
New car destroyed by hit-and-run hoon in Corrimal
An East Corrimal firefighter's new Nissan Qashqai was smashed by a hit-and-run driver just hours after he bought it. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Search for missing teen, 13, from Bellambi
Wollongong police are appealing for information to locate Ellirah Voltz, 13, missing from Bellambi since December 27. Concerns are held for her welfare.
Court finds sentence for Cairns knife attacker was excessive
Queensland's Court of Appeal reduces the jail term for a Cairns man who stabbed a stranger, ruling the original sentence was manifestly excessive. Read the full legal details.
Police appeal for missing man Matthew Bodley
Police hold serious concerns for 37-year-old Matthew Bodley, missing from Callala Bay since November 20. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Machete scare, stabbing at Cockburn Gateway shopping centre
Police are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was stabbed at Cockburn Gateway shopping centre in Success. A manhunt is underway following reports of a suspect with a machete.
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.
Man threatened driver with meat cleaver in Newcastle
Police release CCTV after a man allegedly entered a car at Newcastle traffic lights and threatened the driver with a meat cleaver. The 20-year-old victim was unharmed. Authorities urge public assistance.
Two women charged after $200k drug bust in Waratah
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.
Critical Mirrabooka crash: Police appeal for witnesses
A 30-year-old motorcyclist is fighting for life after a crash with a car on Boyare Ave, Mirrabooka. Police urge witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
Witnesses sought for Maida Vale Christmas crash
Police urge witnesses to come forward after a serious collision at a Maida Vale roundabout on Christmas Day left three people with critical injuries. Call Crime Stoppers with any information.
Officeworks launches $1m Back to School Appeal
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family's Learning for Life program, providing essential supplies and support to Australian students in need.
Officeworks launches $1m Back to School Appeal
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
Cairns apartment manager avoids jail after assault
A Cairns apartment manager who assaulted elderly residents has had his jail sentence overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the shocking case and the court's decision.
Shocking Illawarra Court Cases of 2025: A Year in Review
A look back at the major court cases that shocked the Illawarra region in 2025, from a former MP's jailing for sex crimes to teen violence and a decades-old mystery. Read the full recap.
Fatal crash in Busselton claims young woman's life
A 23-year-old woman has died following a crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police are investigating and urge witnesses or anyone with dash-cam footage to come forward.
Woman faces court over $13m Sydney airport meth bust
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.
Critical injury in Logan Motorway crash, driver hit outside car
A man is fighting for life after being struck while outside his vehicle on Brisbane's Logan Motorway. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Harm reduction leader urges review of ACT drug parole rules
A Canberra harm minimisation leader is pushing for a review of parole conditions that ban all drug use, arguing they clash with the ACT's decriminalisation approach and risk re-incarceration. Read the full report.
Brave boy bakes for hospital friends amid cancer battle
Four-year-old Tom from Gawler, battling leukaemia, shares his favourite cookie recipe to support the Camp Quality Christmas Appeal. Discover how his resilience and baking bring joy.
Young boy found alone on Christmas Day in Sydney's southwest
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Man charged over alleged massage salon assaults in QLD
A 61-year-old man faces court over alleged sexual assaults at massage businesses in Southport and Chermside. Police fear more victims exist and urge others to come forward.
Lake Macquarie man shares 35-year journey to sobriety
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
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