Woman loses $14,800 in car park scam, two charged
A Lake Macquarie woman details how scammers stole $14,800 from her bank account in a Morisset car park. NSW Police have charged two men over a series of similar incidents targeting older drivers.
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Elderly women targeted in NSW supermarket carpark scam
NSW Police have charged two men over an alleged coordinated scam that targeted 18 elderly women in supermarket carparks, resulting in over $50,000 in losses. Authorities believe it's part of a larger international syndicate.
Two men arrested over car park scams targeting elderly women
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
Elderly drivers targeted in NSW car park scam
NSW Police charge two men over a scam targeting elderly drivers at shopping centres. A second pair are wanted as investigations continue. Police urge the public to come forward with information.
Brisbane shop owner fights off robbers in violent attack
A 68-year-old Brisbane shop owner, a cancer survivor, fought off two violent intruders posing as delivery drivers with a machete. Police call the calculated attack 'extremely unusual'.
Thursday Island helicopter crash: Pilot taken to hospital
A helicopter pilot is in hospital after his aircraft crashed into waters near a Thursday Island wharf. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
Driver charged after fatal crash on Busselton's Marine Terrace
A 27-year-old Geographe man faces charges after a young woman died in a horror crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
Uber passenger ratings: What drivers really think
Rideshare drivers are rating passengers, affecting future ride availability. Discover the key behaviours that impact your score and what this trend means for customer service. Read more.
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.
Driver rams police car, flees scene in Townsville chase
A dramatic police chase unfolded in Townsville after a driver collided with a patrol vehicle and fled. The incident, captured on video, involved a major search operation. Read the full story.
Man in 80s rescued from cliff fall in Mosman
An elderly man has been rescued after falling down a cliff in Sydney's affluent Mosman suburb. NSW emergency services responded to the incident on Friday afternoon.
Teen caught at 198km/h on Canberra highway
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.
Search for missing elderly woman in Swansea
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
Man stabbed on Great Ocean Road in Anglesea
A man has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a reported stabbing on the Great Ocean Road in Anglesea. Police are investigating the incident.
Motorbike crash in Townsville leaves young man in hospital
A young man is in hospital after a serious motorbike crash on a Townsville street early Monday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
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.
Man unconscious after Rivervale apartment fire
A man was rushed to hospital after being found unconscious in an early-morning apartment fire in Rivervale. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Great Eastern Highway around 4:30am.
Woman, 77, dies after being reversed over by own car in QLD
A 77-year-old woman has tragically died after being reversed over by her own Volkswagen in a Sunshine Coast car park just days before Christmas. Witnesses rushed to help. Read the full story.
Minister's driver blows 0.183, pleads guilty
The professional driver for NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley has pleaded guilty after recording a blood alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit on the Far South Coast. Read the full details.
How to support isolated elderly this Christmas
As loneliness peaks for seniors during the holidays, experts from Warrigal and a clinical psychologist share simple, powerful gestures to make a real difference in your community.
Teen flees stolen car crash, friend critically injured
A Cairns teen driver ran from a stolen car crash in Mooroobool, leaving his friend with near-fatal injuries. The court heard details of the shocking incident.
Disqualified driver caught on illegal e-bike in Norlane
A Norlane man faces court after police intercept him riding an illegally modified, high-powered e-bike while disqualified from driving. Read the full details of the Geelong incident.
$200k Study to Probe WA Motorist Behaviour
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
WA Parents' Plea After Road Tragedies Take Their Children
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.
Driver Critical After Ute Rollover in Canberra Suburb
A man is fighting for life after being ejected from his Mitsubishi Triton ute in a rollover crash on Fincham Crescent, Wanniassa. Police are urgently seeking witnesses.
Missing 78-year-old Barry: Urgent Cliftleigh Search
An urgent search is underway for Barry, 78, missing from Cliftleigh. Follow live updates and learn how you can help. The community is urged to report any sightings.
Cairns agent used Uber doors as shield from driver
A Cairns real estate agent told a court he used his Uber's doors as a shield during a violent road rage attack. Read the shocking details of the assault and the legal outcome.
Driver charged after fatal Great Ocean Road collision
A man has been charged following a horrific head-on collision on Victoria's Great Ocean Road that claimed two lives. Read the latest on the tragedy.
Getaway driver's licence suspended indefinitely after fatal crash
A Canberra judge has ruled a getaway driver lacks the maturity to hold a licence after a fatal 2024 crash near Parliament House. Read the full sentencing details.
Shell Cove man admits to $100k robbery with cop
A Shell Cove handyman has pleaded guilty to a violent home invasion where he and a serving police officer stole $100,000 from an elderly man. The victim was bound and kicked during the ordeal.
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