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Judge declares Cairns police search unlawful

A Cairns judge has thrown out drug evidence, ruling a police search unlawful because an officer relied on the smell of cannabis from months earlier. Read the full ruling details.

Man charged over Bassendean assault spree

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.

WA miner fined $2.2m for unlawful operations

Gold Valley Group and owner Yuzheng Xie hit with massive fines for mining without authority. The case follows a worker's death at their Wiluna West site. Read the full details.

Sexual assaults at Heyfield Lumberjacks B&S Ball

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.

Man charged after police shooting in Cairns

A 53-year-old man has been charged with serious assault after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Friday night on Anderson Street. Read the full details.

Treasury audit into $2.3bn unlawful state payments

The Treasury Department will review $2.3 billion in unlawful payments to states for energy rebates. Secretary Jenny Wilkinson denies any code of conduct breaches. Full details from the Senate estimates hearing.

Men charged over assaults on Sydney cruise ship

Two men face assault charges following separate incidents involving women aboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney. One was refused bail, the other granted conditional release.

Gympie street assault leads to GBH charge

A 38-year-old man faces grievous bodily harm charges following an alleged assault in Gympie. Police continue investigations into the incident that left a man injured.

Grant Gaut admits assault on Ricky Bradshaw

Grant Gaut pleads guilty to assaulting Ricky Bradshaw in Ingham. The court hears details of the violent attack and its impact on the victim. Read the full story.

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