Former Shire deputy president on child sex charges
Doug William Diver, ex-deputy president of Shire of Ashburton, faces Perth court on over a dozen child sex offences. The 59-year-old was remanded in custody. Read the latest.
Category : Search result: firearm safety offences
Man charged with six firearm offences in Port Stephens
A 25-year-old man faces multiple firearm charges after police responded to an alarm in Nelson Bay. Unsecured weapons were allegedly found. Read the full details.
Loaded gun wrestled from robber at Lake Macquarie venue
A 36-year-old man is behind bars after staff and patrons at an Edgeworth venue wrestled a loaded firearm from him during an alleged armed robbery. No injuries were reported.
Monday's Cairns Magistrates Court cases detailed
A summary of matters before the Cairns Magistrates Court on Monday, January 12, including charges of assault, drug possession, and traffic offences. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Townsville Magistrates Court cases for Monday, January 12
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.
Townsville family flees after shotgun fired at car
A Townsville family is living in fear after a shotgun was fired at their car. Police are investigating the shocking incident as the family plans to leave their home.
Townsville Court Appearances for Friday, January 9
A summary of cases heard at Townsville Magistrates Court on Friday, January 9. Details on traffic offences, bail matters, and sentencing outcomes. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Townsville man sentenced over loaded sawn-off rifle, thefts
Joel John Ashby-Vaughan, 26, has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for possessing a loaded sawn-off rifle and a string of thefts during a drug-fuelled crime spree. Read the full details.
Thursday's Cairns Magistrates Court cases detailed
A detailed look at the matters heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Thursday, January 8, including charges of assault, theft, and driving offences. Stay informed on local justice.
ACT man faces court over alleged gun attack on parked car
A 22-year-old Crace man has been charged after allegedly firing a gun at a parked Volkswagen Golf in Harrison and then striking the vehicle with the firearm. He did not apply for bail.
Geelong Magistrates' Court Cases for Wednesday, January 7
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.
Holiday road blitz: 186 drug offences, 64 drink-drivers caught
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.
Cairns Magistrates Court List for Monday, January 5
A detailed look at the cases before the Cairns Magistrates Court on Monday, January 5, including traffic violations, drug possession, and theft allegations. Stay informed on local justice proceedings.
Meth overtakes cannabis in Geelong crime stats again
New crime data reveals methamphetamine offences have exceeded cannabis for the second consecutive year in Greater Geelong, highlighting a worrying trend in the region's drug landscape.
Lake Macquarie jet ski offences make up 20% of state total
A major NSW waterways safety operation found more than 20% of jet ski offences occurred at Lake Macquarie. Police urge riders to slow down and follow safety rules.
Tourists fined, arrested in Swansea bridge fishing blitz
Lake Macquarie police fined over 40 out-of-town visitors and made two arrests during a holiday crackdown on illegal fishing and anti-social behaviour on Swansea Bridge.
Sydney teen charged over alleged public shooting plot
A 17-year-old boy will face court after police allegedly found a loaded gun in a crashed Porsche on a Western Sydney golf course, with detectives linking him to underworld plans for a public shooting.
Townsville Magistrates Court cases for Thursday, January 1
A detailed look at the cases heard at Townsville Magistrates Court on Thursday, January 1, covering traffic offences, assault charges, and more. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
20yo charged over targeted Mount Druitt home shooting
A young woman faces serious charges after a brazen drive-by shooting in Sydney's west. More than 30 bullets were fired into a home with 11 people inside. Read the latest.
Cairns Magistrates Court cases for Tuesday December 30
A summary of Tuesday's proceedings at Cairns Magistrates Court, including assault, theft, and traffic offences. Read the full list of appearances and outcomes.
Geelong Court Rundown: Assault, Theft, Driving Charges
A full list of individuals appearing at Geelong Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, December 30. Details on charges including assault, theft, and traffic offences. Follow for local legal news.
Alarming Surge in WA Firearm Licences Sparks Concern
Western Australia sees a sharp 20% rise in gun ownership. This editorial examines the social factors driving this trend and its implications for community safety. Read the full analysis.
Man arrested in Canberra with 3D-printed gun
ACT Police arrested a 39-year-old man at a Canberra shopping centre and seized a loaded 3D-printed firearm from his home. Read the full details of the Boxing Day incident.
Bondi shooting sparks debate on gun laws and memorials
In the wake of the Bondi attack, Australians are divided on gun reform and how to create a lasting tribute. Letters to the editor reveal strong opinions on firearm limits, hunting, and the nature of heroism.
Police urgent warning to parents over kids' e-bike safety
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
Maitland man charged with 29 sex offences against co-workers
A 27-year-old Maitland man has been arrested and charged with 29 sexual assault and choking offences, allegedly committed against three female co-workers at multiple NSW locations. Police urge victims to come forward.
Cairns Magistrates Court cases for Wednesday December 24
A summary of all matters heard at the Cairns Magistrates Court on Wednesday, December 24, including traffic offences, theft, and bail applications. Read the full list of outcomes.
Geelong Magistrates' Court List for Wednesday, December 24
A detailed look at the cases heard at Geelong Magistrates' Court on Christmas Eve, including charges of assault, theft, and driving offences. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
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.
Mount Isa man jailed for child sex crimes
A Mount Isa man has been sentenced to six years in prison for the repeated sexual abuse of a young girl. Read the full details of the District Court case.
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