Canoe club's custom trailer stolen, halting season
The Port Stephens Outrigger Canoe Club is devastated after thieves stole a vital $14,000 custom-built trailer, stranding their canoes and jeopardising their entire competition season.
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Youth detention worker sentenced for stealing from coworkers
Tenille Jade Hunter, a former Cleveland Youth Detention Centre employee, has been convicted and sentenced in Townsville for stealing cash and bank cards from her colleagues. Read the full court details.
Cairns teens sentenced for car theft spree
Two Cairns teenagers have been sentenced for a seven-hour crime spree involving stolen cars and carjackings. Read the full details of their sentencing and the judge's remarks.
Lego Jesus and Mary stolen from Hunter nativity scene
Thieves stole life-size Lego figures of Mary and Baby Jesus from a Nelson Bay church's nativity display on Christmas Day, disappointing the local community. The figures were later partially returned.
Cairns gran's Christmas vow after thieves steal gifts, cars
A Cairns grandmother refuses to let alleged thieves ruin Christmas after a brazen burglary saw presents and cars stolen. Her story of resilience is a powerful reminder of the true holiday spirit.
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.
Police launch crackdown on black market oyster trade
NSW Police warn against buying cheap oysters from illegal sellers after a major rural crime operation on the South Coast. Fines can reach $275,000. Report suspicious activity.
Porch Pirates Steal Christmas Presents in Australia
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
Thieves steal $10k in Lego from Geelong toy store
Heartless thieves have stolen thousands of dollars worth of Lego from a beloved Geelong toy store. Police are investigating the brazen overnight burglary on Main Street.
Cairns teens charged over alleged Christmas crime spree
Three teenage girls are accused of a Cairns crime spree, stealing cars and Christmas presents. Police allege offences occurred across multiple suburbs. Read the full details.
Thief steals from Bulli lifesavers during patrol
A thief was caught on CCTV stealing from a Bulli Beach Surf Life Saving Club volunteer during a busy patrol. The brazen incident occurred just hours after a vigil for the Bondi attack victims. Police are investigating.
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.
Newcastle tops NSW in six major crime categories
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie lead NSW in sexual assaults and vehicle thefts, new crime stats reveal. Discover the sobering data and regional trends.
Alleged umbrella theft from Canberra takeaway store
ACT Police seek public help to identify a man accused of stealing two high-value outdoor umbrellas from a Braddon takeaway shop. Call Crime Stoppers with any information.
Man fined $330 for stealing plants from Rutherford garden
A Rutherford man has been convicted and fined after a CCTV-captured heist of magnolia and lavender plants. Police recovered the stolen greenery and returned it via paddy wagon. Read the full story.
Trent Merrin avoids conviction for crypto theft
Former Dragons player Trent Merrin has received a conditional release order after pleading guilty to stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin. The Port Kembla court heard he repaid the amount with interest. Read the full details.
Carer's jail term cut after stealing $88k from disabled client
A Berkeley woman who stole over $88,000 from a vulnerable disabled woman she was caring for has had her prison sentence reduced on appeal. Read the full court details.
Massive 25-tonne sandstone heist in Speers Point
Lake Macquarie Council reports a brazen theft of 23 heavy sandstone blocks from The Esplanade. The $10,000 loss prompts a police investigation and a call for public dashcam footage.
Stolen locket with son's hair returned to Ellenbrook mum
A heartbroken Ellenbrook mother has her stolen necklace, containing a locket with her late son's hair, returned after a desperate social media plea. Read the emotional story of community support.
Porch Pirate Warning for Australian Online Shoppers
Australia Post warns of a seasonal spike in parcel theft. Learn how to protect your deliveries with secure options like Parcel Lockers and safe place instructions.
Illawarra court roundup: Crypto theft, child abuse, stunts
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
Cattle thief's 15-year boast ends with own beef meal
A station owner who bragged for 15 years about only eating his neighbour's stolen cattle finally gets his comeuppance. Read the full bush justice tale.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
Geelong sex offender accused of Coles, Bunnings theft
Robert Crilly, a convicted sex offender from Geelong, faces court accused of stealing thousands from major retailers. Read the latest on the new charges.
Criminals can't drive manual cars, says Allianz
New data from Allianz Australia reveals a surprising trend: many would-be thieves are abandoning manual vehicles because they simply don't know how to drive them. Read the full report.
Geelong man jailed over firearm theft and possession
Jesse Brooks has been sentenced to prison for a string of firearm and theft offences across Geelong and Melbourne. Read the full details of the court case and sentencing.
Cleaner faces fraud charge over $900 shopping spree
A Townsville cleaner is charged with fraud after allegedly using a client's credit card for a $900 shopping spree at Stockland. The case highlights the importance of trust in domestic services.
Ex-NRL player Trent Merrin faces court over crypto theft
Former St George Illawarra Dragons forward Trent Merrin has appeared in Port Kembla court, accused of stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency. The case adjourned for plea negotiations.
Man charged over KFC rampage, police stand-off in Adelaide
A man is due in court after allegedly threatening staff, smashing a KFC, and engaging in a lengthy stand-off with police in Adelaide's north. Get the full details.
Trent Merrin in court over $140k crypto theft claim
Former NRL star Trent Merrin has appeared in a NSW court, accused of stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin from a friend's account. The case adjourned until December 10.
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