ANU student fined $1200 for Townsville drink driving
Australian National University student Jon Basuke has been disqualified from driving and fined $1200 after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.095 in Townsville.
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SA Child Homelessness Crisis: Suicide Leading Cause of Death
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Lawyers argue abduction was not 'methodical and calculated'
Kyna McAuley seeks reduced sentence for 2021 Mount Hutton shed torture, arguing the 20-hour kidnapping wasn't methodical. Read the latest court appeal details.
Labor's environmental law deadline puts WA industry on edge
Environment Minister Murray Watt warns it's 'now or never' for contentious environmental law reforms as Labor offers amendments to secure support in Parliament's final sitting week.
Court: Man unlawfully detained in unit BBQ area
An ACT court has ruled police unlawfully detained an intoxicated man in a unit complex barbecue area, determining it was not a public place. Read the full legal analysis.
Newcastle parking fines revenue doubles despite reform
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
Ley Supports Environment Law Changes With Amendments
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley declares Coalition will back Labor's environmental law overhaul if government makes seven key changes. Critical Senate vote scheduled for next Wednesday.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate linked to $1.7m underpayment
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
Perth Restaurant Court Case Over Staff Underpayments
Former Globe Pan & Grill operator accused of underpaying 16 workers. Fair Work takes legal action seeking penalties up to $46,950. Contact FWO for pay concerns.
Australia's GP Access Crisis Deepens
Despite government promises, bulk-billing GPs remain scarce. Discover why Australians struggle to find affordable healthcare and what it means for families.
Mum wins 4-year fight against $104 parking fine
An Adelaide mother spent over $50k fighting a $107 double parking fine. After a four-year legal battle, the Court of Appeal ruled in her favour. Discover her incredible story.
Lady Gaga's mental health crisis during film role
Lady Gaga opens up about surviving psychotic crisis while filming A Star Is Born and taking lithium medication that led to tour cancellation. Read her emotional journey.
Canberra law firm fire-bombed in suspicious attack
Police are investigating a suspicious fire-bombing at a Canberra family law firm. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers as investigation continues.
Perth Property Prices to Reach $2.3M by 2046
Shocking new data reveals Perth house prices could skyrocket to $2.3 million within two decades, pushing home ownership out of reach for most Australians unless urgent action is taken.
Food charities struggle as demand hits record high
Australian families skip meals amid cost-of-living crisis as Coles-SecondBite partnership delivers 300 million meals milestone. Learn how to help this Christmas.
Food charities struggle as demand hits record high
As Australia's cost-of-living crisis deepens, working families are skipping meals. Coles and SecondBite mark 300 million meals delivered, but demand outstrips supply.
E-bikes and protests divide Newcastle community
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
Leigh Leigh's leadership under fire amid party unrest
Federal MP Leigh Leigh faces mounting pressure as colleagues question leadership amid political turmoil. Will this mark the end of her political career?
Geelong Hospital Ambulance Ramping Crisis Worsens
New Barwon Health data reveals worsening ambulance ramping at Geelong University Hospital, with patients waiting hours for emergency care. Urgent action needed to address this healthcare crisis.
Property Council: Strip Councils of Planning Powers
The Property Council urges the WA Government to take planning powers from councils blocking housing development, citing the worsening housing crisis. Read the full story.
Carbon Revolution faces Nasdaq delisting threat
Geelong manufacturer Carbon Revolution battles Nasdaq delisting after compliance plan rejection. Shares plunged 30% as company faces $243.6m deficit. Read the full analysis.
Auckland's Housing Model: Solution for Perth Crisis
Could Auckland's housing reforms solve Perth's property crisis? Experts reveal how New Zealand's approach offers practical solutions for Western Australia's growing challenges.
Wollongong MP's role in Whitlam dismissal revealed
Fifty years after Australia's constitutional crisis, discover how Wollongong MP Rex Connor's controversial loan dealings helped trigger the Whitlam government's dramatic dismissal. Explore the untold story.
Wiggles Recall Emma Bow Over Button Battery Risk
The Wiggles recall over 3,100 Emma Bows due to missing button battery warnings. Learn about the dangers and the group's safety pledge. Stay informed.
Teachers Struggle with Complex Student Needs
Australian educators face unprecedented challenges meeting students' complex needs. Expert Lee Casuscelli calls for urgent support and systemic changes to help teachers succeed.
Perth Law Firm Data Breach: Client Info on Dark Web
Major WA law firm Paterson & Dowling suffers devastating cyber attack, with highly confidential client data including financial records and personal details leaked online by hackers demanding ransom.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
Colac Otway Business Liquidation Crisis Exposed
New data reveals a troubling wave of business collapses sweeping through Colac Otway, with multiple companies facing liquidation in a single month. Discover which local enterprises are struggling to survive.
Canberra man faces court over alleged drug kiss attack
A Canberra man has been charged after allegedly forcing his former partner to ingest drugs through a kiss in what police describe as a disturbing case of chemical endangerment.
Torquay police honoured for sovereign citizen attack bravery
Two Geelong police officers receive prestigious bravery awards after confronting a violent sovereign citizen in Torquay, preventing potential tragedy in a dramatic coastal confrontation.
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