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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Aussie Mozzie Stickers Go Global, Selling $30M in a Year
Australian brand Nat Pat's BuzzPatch stickers offer a non-toxic, plant-based solution to summer mozzies. With over $30 million in global sales, they're a game-changer for parents. Discover the viral alternative to chemical sprays.
CSIRO scientist tracks rare fly from pit toilets to Black Mountain
CSIRO entomologist Keith Bayless hunts a rare fly, Clisa australis, from NSW caves to Canberra's bushland. Its rediscovery could unlock secrets to protect Australia's vital crops from pest species. Read the full story.
Student jailed in cruel wildlife smuggling operation
A University of Queensland student has been sentenced to prison for his role in an international wildlife smuggling ring. Authorities warn students are being targeted online.
Four men charged over $170m cocaine haul off WA
A chief officer and three others face charges after 525kg of cocaine was found floating off Lancelin. The massive drug bust is a major blow to organised crime. Read the full details.
Kalgoorlie Gold Squad Fights FIFO Drug Crimes
Kalgoorlie's century-old Gold Stealing Detection Unit tackles sophisticated FIFO worker drug operations and gold theft. Learn how police protect Australia's mining industry.
15,000 bugs in Canberra protect Australian farms
A massive collection of 15,000 Mediterranean insects has arrived at CSIRO's Canberra facility to boost biosecurity and protect Australia's billion-dollar agriculture industry from foreign pests.
Albanese supports Border Force boat program
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expresses support for Australian Border Force amid revelations of secret program transferring asylum seekers to safer fishing boats. Read the latest details.
Border Force intercepts people smuggling boats in Broome
Australian authorities have intercepted multiple fishing vessels in Broome suspected of being prepared for people smuggling operations. The significant seizure highlights ongoing border protection efforts.
African Man Faces Life in Prison Over Meth Haul
A Tanzanian crewman faces life imprisonment after being caught with 3kg of methamphetamine at Port Adelaide. The alleged drug bust is estimated to be worth $2.7 million. Read the full details.
Student fined $35K for insect smuggling
A 22-year-old international student faces massive penalties after being caught trying to export protected Australian wildlife including tarantulas and beetles from Sydney Airport.
Brothers in court over massive illicit tobacco bust
Two Perth brothers have appeared in court following one of Western Australia's largest illicit tobacco busts, with authorities seizing millions of dollars worth of illegal cigarettes and vapes.
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