A 21-year-old man has been charged after allegedly assaulting two police officers on a South Coast beach, leaving a senior constable with serious facial injuries. Read the full details of the violent arrest.
Discover Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's jam-packed school holiday program. From Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to the Model Newcastle Regatta, find fun for all ages. Plan your family adventure now!
The Newcastle community is urged to assist in locating a missing teenager from Maryland. Follow live updates on the search and other local news from the Hunter Region.
A 63-year-old Geelong man has been sentenced to jail for stalking and unlawfully assaulting a young hospitality worker. Read the full court details and outcome.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
A 33-year-old Canberra man faces court, accused of raping a woman who fell asleep after a pre-move-in dinner. He was granted bail to live in Moruya. Support services available.
A 17-year-old has been charged after allegedly attacking a rideshare driver with a machete in Sydney's west when the driver refused to play his music. The driver was hospitalised.
Three Albany teenagers face court over a serious assault on York Street on New Year's Eve. Police allege the victim was punched and kicked. Read the latest details.
Police are appealing for public help to find April Ansell, 14, missing from Wyoming on the Central Coast since Friday morning. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
A 14-year-old girl accused of filming a 'humiliating' attack on a 12-year-old at a Salisbury transport hub has been granted bail. The victim is now experiencing complications from her wounds.
Adrian Beau Cardinal, a Perth massage therapist, faces court accused of indecent assault. The alleged incident occurred during a professional session in May 2023. Read the full details.
A Cairns apartment manager who assaulted elderly residents has had his jail sentence overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the shocking case and the court's decision.
ACT Police are searching for a man who allegedly indecently grabbed a woman while riding an e-scooter with multi-coloured lights in Gungahlin. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man is fighting for life in hospital following a serious assault in Northbridge. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses. Read the latest.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over alleged assault of a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Beach. Police seek witnesses and the man who intervened. Incident followed chaotic teen brawl at same location.
A 43-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting six people in a shocking 30-minute rampage at a Bassendean library and nearby shops. Police detail the violent incidents.
A Cairns teen driver ran from a stolen car crash in Mooroobool, leaving his friend with near-fatal injuries. The court heard details of the shocking incident.
A 17-year-old boy has been remanded in custody following a suspected arson attack on a Baldivis convenience store, believed to be linked to the illicit tobacco trade. Read the latest court details.
A 61-year-old man faces court over alleged sexual assaults at massage businesses in Southport and Chermside. Police fear more victims exist and urge others to come forward.
A teenage boy was winched to safety by emergency crews after falling down a cliff at Diamond Bay on the Mornington Peninsula. He was airlifted to hospital with a leg injury.
A Cairns security guard and self-defence teacher has been sentenced to six years in prison for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman. Read the full court report.
Nearly half of Australian teens get alcohol from parents, prompting expert warnings ahead of Christmas. Learn how to model safer habits and protect young people.
Four teenagers have been sentenced over the fatal stabbing of mother Kristie Mcbride in a Warrawong street fight. The Supreme Court heard the fatal blow was struck in self-defence but with excessive force.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Victoria Police slam dangerous driving at roadside memorial for 15-year-old killed in Corio crash. Community urged to report reckless behaviour.
Chaos erupted in Melbourne's CBD as a large group of teens clashed with police, leaving officers injured and leading to 15 arrests. Full details on the disturbance and police response.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Hundreds of teenagers caused chaos in Melbourne's southeast, storming a Woolworths before a massive brawl erupted on Mordialloc Beach. Police deployed riot squads and the AirWing. One teen arrested.
A 27-year-old man has died following an alleged assault in Melbourne's south. A 28-year-old known to the victim has been charged with murder. Read the latest details.
Victoria Police are investigating two alleged sexual assaults at a regional camping and music event in Winnindoo. Authorities are urging witnesses and anyone with footage to come forward.