Life sentence for Perth man who murdered young mother
Muhammad Abdur Rehman Mirza sentenced to life for the 2022 murder of Helen Marsuk in Perth. He will be eligible for parole after 20 years. Read the full story.
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Prison guard basher's sentence overturned
An inmate who launched a violent attack on four prison guards in Cessnock has had his community sentence overturned and will now serve time in prison. Read the full story.
ACT Jail Fails Rehabilitation Mission: Report
A damning review reveals Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre is failing its rehabilitative mission, with widespread boredom, drug access, and staff reporting toxic culture. Urgent reforms needed.
Life sentence for mum's murderer in Perth
Muhammad Abdur Rehman Mirza receives life imprisonment with 20-year minimum for murdering Perth mother Smera Anwar during sexual encounter. Justice served.
Townsville man sentenced for strangling partner
Frederick Mallie Nawarie receives 18-month prison sentence for strangling his partner in Townsville. Judge condemns domestic violence in Queensland court ruling.
Child murderer von Einem moved to Yatala for final days
Convicted child murderer Bevan Spencer von Einem, 79, has been transferred to Yatala Labour Prison where he will die. The killer never applied for parole since 2007. Download the 7NEWS app for breaking news.
Townsville Court Cases: Prison Escapee, Drunk Driver
Townsville courts hear multiple cases including alleged prison escapee, drunk driving hotel manager, and woman accused of assaulting bus driver. Read the latest court outcomes.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
Geraldton meth bust mastermind appeals life sentence
Patrick Bouhamdan, key player in Australia's $1.1 billion Geraldton methamphetamine seizure, appeals his life sentence. Full details on the case and legal battle.
Stockton killer appeals 11-year jail sentence
Dalton Oliver, convicted for the 2021 manslaughter of Graham Cameron in Stockton, appeals his 11-year sentence. The 'damaged' man showed no remorse for the stabbing and fire.
Becker welcomes fifth child after prison ordeal
Tennis legend Boris Becker announces birth of daughter Zoë Vittoria on his 58th birthday, continuing his remarkable comeback after prison release and deportation.
Bunbury Prison Officer Investigated Over Inmate Photo
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
23 fugitives wanted on return to prison warrants in WA
WA Police reveal 23 convicted criminals are actively evading capture on return to prison warrants. Authorities urge public vigilance and report any sightings immediately.
Prisoner escapes Townsville prison farm, manhunt launched
Queensland police hunt escaped prisoner Jared Carrara who fled Townsville prison farm. Authorities warn public not to approach the 30-year-old fugitive.
Perth man avoids jail again in revenge porn case
Ryan Tucker, a convicted domestic violence offender, receives another suspended sentence for distributing intimate images of his ex-partner without consent. Read the disturbing details.
Cairns man sentenced for rape and police car theft
Wilson Nathaniel sentenced to 9 years for Cairns crime spree involving rape, police car theft and high-speed chase. Shocking details from the courtroom.
Cairns carpenter jailed for stalking campaign
A Cairns carpenter has been sentenced to prison for an 11-hour stalking campaign that left his victim terrified. Read the full details of this disturbing case.
Postcard Bandit Loses False Imprisonment Bid
Notorious bank robber Brenden 'Postcard Bandit' Abbott fails in false imprisonment lawsuit against WA but has prison sentence reduced by years. Read the court details.
Basil Zempilas condemns WA's overcrowded prison system
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas calls WA's prison overcrowding an indictment after a violent carjacker receives suspended sentence. Read the shocking details.
Prison officer sentenced for inmate relationship
Former prison officer Matice Henaway receives suspended sentence for inappropriate relationship with inmate at Townsville Correctional Centre. Full details.
Prison conditions lead to lighter sentences in Perth
Violent offenders in WA are receiving reduced jail time as judges condemn 'inhumane' prison conditions, including cockroach infestations and prolonged lockdowns. Discover the impact on community safety.
Violent carjacker could be free within months
Coen Richard Dorizzi, who assaulted an 89-year-old man in Armadale carjacking, may be released soon due to prison conditions. Read the full court details.
Driver sentenced for fatal Canberra cyclist crash
Ronan Jason Grey sentenced to three-year jail term for culpable driving causing death of cyclist Alicia Celaya Jauregui on Lady Denman Drive. Read the full court details.
Prisoner's Supreme Court Vegemite Ban Legal Battle
Convicted murderer Andre McKechnie launches a Supreme Court battle to overturn the Vegemite ban in Victorian prisons, claiming it stops him from enjoying his culture. Taxpayers are funding the case.
Skipper to avoid jail for fatal boat crash negligence
Clancy Muddle, who failed to keep lookout before a fatal boat crash in Swansea Channel, is set to be sentenced to home detention. The tragedy claimed the life of his friend, Luke Smith.
Mothers speak out after sons' bashing, no jail
Mothers of four young men brutally bashed in Merewether express devastation as the attacker is resentenced to a community-based order, leaving families questioning the justice system.
Driver jailed for Geelong freeway crash that injured truckie
Christopher Deguara sentenced to 4 years for dangerous driving on Princes Freeway near Geelong that left truck driver with life-altering injuries. Read the full court details.
WA Prison Guards Give Explicit Colouring Books
Sympathetic guards at Melaleuca Women's Prison provided sexually explicit colouring books to female inmates, sparking a major investigation into staff misconduct.
Geelong drug trafficker loses sentence appeal
Jason Gioffre's appeal against his drug trafficking sentence has been rejected by Victoria's Court of Appeal. The Geelong man will continue serving his prison term.
Man given probation for public masturbation offence
Matthew John Sorbello received 18 months probation after pleading guilty to public masturbation while intoxicated. The Townsville man's case highlights mental health considerations in sentencing.
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