Man shot dead by police after Central Coast siege
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by NSW Police during a mental health incident in Springfield. The hours-long siege ended tragically on Wednesday night.
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Man dies after police shooting in Central Coast siege
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by police following a six-hour siege at Springfield. A critical incident investigation is now underway. Read the latest details.
Brisbane shop owner fights off robbers in violent attack
A 68-year-old Brisbane shop owner, a cancer survivor, fought off two violent intruders posing as delivery drivers with a machete. Police call the calculated attack 'extremely unusual'.
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.
Court finds sentence for Cairns knife attacker was excessive
Queensland's Court of Appeal reduces the jail term for a Cairns man who stabbed a stranger, ruling the original sentence was manifestly excessive. Read the full legal details.
Bondi victims' families call for royal commission role
Families of the Bondi Junction attack victims urge the government to include them as experts in the upcoming royal commission into violence. Their lived experience is crucial for effective reform.
Class action over Liberal election bungle moves forward
A NSW Supreme Court judge has ruled claims by former Cessnock councillors over the Liberal Party's candidate nomination failure are 'reasonably arguable'. The case will proceed, seeking accountability.
Cairns home invader jailed for violent partner attack
A Cairns man has been sentenced to prison for a sustained, masked home invasion and assault on his former business partner. Read the shocking details of the attack and the court's decision.
Qantas pays $40m to sacked ground staff after court ruling
More than 1800 Qantas workers will receive part of a $40 million payout after a Federal Court found their pandemic sacking was illegal. Justice Michael Lee ordered the payment, marking the end of a five-year legal battle.
Man charged after Cairns police shooting
A 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
Perth man charged over violent extremism material
A 21-year-old Perth man faces court charged with possessing violent extremist material following a joint counter-terrorism investigation. He was also accused of breaching bail. Read the latest details.
Victoria passes adult sentencing laws for violent youth
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
Lehrmann loses appeal, court finds he knew Higgins didn't consent
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a civil rape finding has been dismissed. The Full Federal Court not only upheld the original verdict but strengthened it, finding he was aware Brittany Higgins did not consent. Read the full analysis.
Bruce Lehrmann loses appeal against Parliament House rape finding
Bruce Lehrmann has failed to overturn a civil finding he raped Brittany Higgins. The Full Federal Court dismissed his appeal, upholding the damning judgment. Read the full details.
WA retail staff face over 40 violent crimes daily
Shocking data reveals WA retail workers endured over 40 violent incidents daily last financial year. Experts warn of a Christmas crime surge. Read the full report.
Machete attacker severs man's thumb after teen's lies
A Newcastle man was sentenced for a machete attack after being provoked by a teen's false assault claims, severing a man's thumb. Read the full court report.
Elizabeth City Centre Lockdown After Violent Brawl
Two people seriously injured in Adelaide shopping centre brawl. Suspect in custody as police seek witnesses and mobile footage. Emergency services responded to violent disturbance.
Townsville man sentenced for violent sister attack
Warren Anthony Tyrrell receives prison sentence for violent assault on his sister in Townsville. Details of the disturbing attack and court outcome revealed.
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.
Pathologist details horrific Cairns murder injuries
Forensic pathologist reveals devastating injuries in Cairns murder case as trial continues. Key evidence presented in Supreme Court hearing.
Drunk woman assaults bus driver, passengers on ski trip
A 34-year-old woman's vodka-fuelled rampage on a Sydney snowfields bus led to assaults on driver and passengers, followed by disturbing behaviour at Jindabyne police station. Read the shocking details.
Banksia Hill Detention Centre Roof Protest Erupts
Chaos at Banksia Hill Detention Centre as multiple detainees scale roof, throwing projectiles at guards. Police respond to major security incident at Perth juvenile facility.
Teen stabbed to death behind Sydney school
A 17-year-old boy has died after an alleged stabbing behind Ironbark Ridge Public School in Rouse Hill. Police are investigating. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
WA Man Charged Over Police Car Theft Attempt
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly attempting to steal a police vehicle while armed with a syringe in Perth's northern suburbs.
Ambulance near-miss at US horse race shocks punters
Shocking footage reveals a terrifying near-miss as an ambulance drives into the path of Quarter Horses at Evangeline Downs. Jockeys' quick actions avert disaster. Watch the video.
Woman charged over Townsville bus driver assault
A 20-year-old Townsville woman faces court over alleged assault and robbery of a 73-year-old bus driver. Police praise driver's courage during terrifying ordeal.
Mystery 'bang' in department office forces staff relocation
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney
A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.
Melbourne man lost at sea from Disney cruise ship
A 73-year-old Moonee Ponds man is missing after going overboard from the Disney Wonder cruise ship bound for Auckland. The search in the Tasman Sea was unsuccessful.
Black Smoke Billows from Geelong Refinery
Emergency crews respond to smoke incident at Viva Energy refinery in Corio. Authorities confirm no immediate threat to community as investigation continues.
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