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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.
WFH injury claim overturned in landmark tribunal ruling
A landmark appeal decision has overturned compensation for a council worker injured at home, reshaping how work-from-home injuries are assessed in Australia. Read the full story.
New Clues Spark Major Police Search on South Coast
South Coast police have conducted a major new search at a North Nowra property, over a year after a man was found with head injuries and died. Detectives urge anyone with information to come forward.
Man charged over 3D-printed gun parts in Hunter toolbox
A 29-year-old man faces 16 charges after detectives found two rifles and numerous 3D-printed firearm components in a Lake Macquarie garage. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Maduro Captured as US Launches Major Strike on Venezuela
President Nicolas Maduro has been captured after a large-scale US attack on Venezuela's capital. Get the latest on the escalating conflict, the history of tensions, and what happens next.
Racist flyers sour New Year in Newcastle neighbourhood
Cooks Hill residents are appalled after racist flyers were distributed. Plus, letters on energy transition, council CEO pay, and gun laws. Read the community's voice.
Lightning hits power pole on Cairns highway
Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.
Three in Hospital After North QLD Lightning Strike
Three people were rushed to hospital after a severe lightning strike during a wild North Queensland storm. Get the latest details on the incident and weather warnings.
NYE lightning strike cuts power to 1200+ Canberra homes
A dramatic New Year's Eve lightning strike in Canberra's south caused a major power outage, leaving shoppers in the dark and affecting over 1200 properties. Read how the community and emergency crews responded.
Petition for Rural Health Travel Scheme Reform Gains Thousands
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Defence public servants lodge record psych claims
Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.
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.
CCTV released in Hunter Valley firearms theft probe
Police have released CCTV footage after firearms were stolen from a Blandford property. Two people are charged, with more arrests expected. The 78-year-old firearm owner also faces charges.
Pair Accused of Confiscating Workers' Passports
A man and woman face court accused of confiscating passports from two massage parlour workers in Perth. The case highlights concerns over worker exploitation.
Newcastle bus drivers reject deal, strike action continues
Newcastle bus drivers have voted down a proposed enterprise agreement after nearly a year of negotiations, leading to renewed industrial action and service disruptions. Read the latest on the pay and conditions dispute.
Check Your Holiday Pay: Unions NSW Compliance Push
Unions NSW launches a holiday compliance blitz, urging tens of thousands of Hunter retail and hospitality workers to verify their penalty rates and stand against wage theft.
Your Key Workers' Compensation Questions Answered
Injured at work in NSW? Turner Freeman Lawyers clarify crucial workers' comp rules on age, leave, treatment, and super. Get free preliminary advice. Call 4220 5250.
Newcastle rail workers' strike to continue into new year
Striking rail workers at Downer's Cardiff workshop plan to continue industrial action through Christmas, seeking a 21.5% pay rise over four years. Read the latest on the dispute.
5 Steps After a Workplace Injury
Suffered an injury at work? Follow this essential guide to protect your rights and secure workplace compensation in Australia. Know your legal steps now.
Govt targets $7.9bn workers' comp cost surge
The Albanese government is investigating a surge in psychological injury claims among public servants, driving a workers' compensation bill to $7.9bn this year. Read the full analysis.
Qantas pays $40m to sacked ground staff after court ruling
More than 1800 Qantas workers will receive part of a $40 million payout after a Federal Court found their pandemic sacking was illegal. Justice Michael Lee ordered the payment, marking the end of a five-year legal battle.
Man faces court over alleged illegal hunting, animal cruelty
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
Four dead in Muckatah minibus crash
Four people have died after a minibus crashed near Cobram in Victoria. The victims were overseas workers living in Greater Shepparton. Police are investigating.
Firefighter killed at Bulahdelah bushfire
A firefighter has tragically died after being hit by a tree while battling a bushfire near Bulahdelah. The incident is under investigation as the community mourns.
Two Juveniles Charged Over Geraldton Fire
WA Police have charged two youths following a major Geraldton fire. Local detectives and Strike Force Vulcan continue their investigation into the suspicious blaze.
Wollongong skydive strike halts tourist jumps
Skydive Australia instructors in Wollongong have walked off the job over a bitter pay dispute, grounding holiday plans. The union warns of massive pay cuts under a new 'piece rate' deal.
SA Ambulance Workers Vote to Accept New Pay Deal
South Australian ambulance workers have voted to accept a new pay and conditions deal, ending a long dispute. The agreement includes significant wage increases and improved allowances. Read the full details here.
Major shift in Australian healthcare expectations for 2025
A new report reveals Australians now prioritise digital access and convenience in healthcare. Discover the key trends reshaping service delivery across the nation.
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