Victoria Police has formally apologised and paid $380,000 to Brooke Patterson after a wrongful arrest. The incident, stemming from mistaken identity, led to a Supreme Court case. Read the full details.
Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.
A look back at the major court cases that shocked the Illawarra region in 2025, from a former MP's jailing for sex crimes to teen violence and a decades-old mystery. Read the full recap.
Jessica Page accuses Rita Saffioti of hypocrisy over a pre-Christmas budget wishlist. The Opposition slams the government's spending priorities ahead of the 2025 state election.
Injured at work in NSW? Turner Freeman Lawyers clarify crucial workers' comp rules on age, leave, treatment, and super. Get free preliminary advice. Call 4220 5250.
Former Carlton player Stephen Silvagni has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the rape of a woman in 2023. Read the full court details and victim impact.
The Albanese government is investigating a surge in psychological injury claims among public servants, driving a workers' compensation bill to $7.9bn this year. Read the full analysis.
Tom Silvagni, son of AFL legend Stephen Silvagni, sentenced to six years' jail for rape. The court heard details of the attack at the family's Melbourne home. Read the full story.
A Canberra man's repeated rape of a customer in an arts store caused her 'years of pain' for his fleeting pleasure, a court heard. The ACT Supreme Court will sentence him next week.
New data reveals 42% of Australians haven't prepared homes for summer weather risks. Allianz reports $84m in claims last season. Expert tips to safeguard your property.
WorkSafe Victoria reports alarming 40% rise in mental injury claims driven by workplace aggression. New campaign targets employers to improve psychological safety.
Insurers scramble after consecutive storms unleash damaging winds and hail across southeast Queensland, flipping cars and leaving thousands without power. Lodge your claim now.
A power boat skipper has successfully appealed his conviction for interfering with a Labor Party fundraiser ferry. Judge found the 102-year-old Wangi Queen was not in danger.
ACT police officers wrongly arrested a 17-year-old Aboriginal teenager at gunpoint on a Canberra bus, sparking outrage over racial profiling and excessive force. Read the full story.
Discover why non-work asbestos exposure is now Australia's most urgent risk. Learn about compensation claims and legal rights for mesothelioma victims in NSW.
ACT's top prosecutor argues appeal court used 'mere speculation' to overturn Michael O'Connell's murder conviction. High Court to decide if case will be heard.
Nearly 30 years after Ron Goldman's murder, OJ Simpson's estate agrees to pay $87 million to his family. The settlement marks a dramatic turnaround in one of Australia's most followed US cases.
Tobias Moran claims bias tainted the investigation into his partner Simone Strobel's 2005 murder. Read about his fight to clear his name in this Australian crime case.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Canberra rugby league referees chairman David Adams continued in role after child rape conviction. Read the shocking details.
Wollongong City Council has officially denied social media rumours about apartments replacing the Helensburgh Community Centre, confirming plans for a new facility by 2028.
A Kiama man found with over 1kg of 'bute' has failed to overturn his conviction for commercial drug supply, despite arguing it was for personal use. Read the full court ruling.
Your essential guide to today's Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal hearings in Townsville - from neighbourhood disputes to consumer complaints.
From neighbourhood disputes to debt recovery claims, here's what unfolded in the civil jurisdiction at Geelong Magistrates' Court this Friday.
Brendon Paul Woolla convicted of manslaughter for the 2022 death of Anita Wolmby after pleading not guilty to murder in emotional Cairns Supreme Court case.
The troubled East Rockingham waste-to-energy facility faces fresh legal battles as receivers launch new claims against contractors, raising questions about Australia's renewable energy future.
Disturbing new figures show sexual assault claims within the Australian Defence Force have jumped by one-third, with insiders warning the crisis demands urgent action and cultural reform.
Shocking new data reveals South Australian educators are filing hundreds of compensation claims after being struck by projectiles in classrooms, highlighting growing safety concerns in schools.
Discover what's unfolding at Townsville's QCAT this Tuesday, November 4, as locals bring property disputes, consumer complaints, and neighbourhood conflicts before the tribunal.
ACT residents face frustrating battles with insurance companies and government over tree damage claims following severe storms. Discover why property owners are being left in limbo.
Get the inside scoop on today's QCAT hearings in Townsville, featuring neighbour disputes, rental conflicts, and consumer complaints that are shaking up the local community.