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Geelong Siege Horror: Man Faces Court After Bell Park Standoff

Geelong man denied bail after Bell Park siege drama

A Geelong man has been denied bail following a dramatic police siege in Bell Park, facing serious charges including assault and false imprisonment after a domestic incident turned into an hours-long standoff.

Prison Guard Attacker's Sentence Challenged: Prosecution Demands Tougher Punishment

Prison guard assault sentence appealed as inadequate

Prosecutors appeal against what they call an 'inadequate' sentence for a man who brutally assaulted correctional officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre, arguing for stronger consequences for prison violence.

ACT Government Moves to Block Legal Challenges Against Northside Hospital Development

ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital

The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.

Townsville Election Alert: Voters Urged to Act Fast Over Missing Mayoral Ballot Papers

Townsville voters missing mayoral ballot papers

Townsville residents are being urged to contact election officials immediately if they haven't received their mayoral ballot papers, as concerns grow about voting accessibility in the local government elections.

WA Police Hunt for Fugitive Who Cut Off Tracking Device in Perth

WA Police hunt fugitive who removed tracking device

Western Australia Police have launched an urgent manhunt for a 30-year-old offender who removed his electronic monitoring bracelet. The community is warned not to approach the potentially dangerous individual.

Shellharbour Council Appoints Wayde Peterson as New CEO in Strategic Leadership Move

Shellharbour Council appoints Wayde Peterson as new CEO

Shellharbour City Council has officially named Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience to lead the coastal community through upcoming challenges and opportunities.

Lake Heights Man Fails to Overturn AVO in Wollongong Court Battle

Lake Heights man fails to overturn AVO in court

Ryan James Sharp's appeal against a strict apprehended violence order has been dismissed by Wollongong Local Court, maintaining protections for victims after alleged threatening behaviour.

Victoria Police Commissioner Defends Helicopter Use Amid Taxpayer-Funded Flight Controversy

Police Commissioner defends helicopter use

Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.

Townsville District Court Returns: November Court Sittings & Key Cases Revealed

Townsville District Court November Sittings Schedule

Townsville's District Court resumes operations this November with a packed schedule of criminal and civil matters. Get the latest on court dates, case types, and what to expect during the November 6-24 sittings.

ACT Court Clears Phillip Welty of Indecent Assault Charges in Landmark Ruling

Phillip Welty cleared of indecent assault charges

Phillip Welty has been acquitted of all indecent assault charges in the ACT Supreme Court after a judge found significant inconsistencies in the prosecution's case. The verdict concludes a lengthy legal battle that began with allegations from 2021.

Veteran Journalist Chris Masters Reinstated for Prestigious Bean Lecture After Controversial Cancellation

Chris Masters reinstated for War Memorial lecture

Award-winning investigative journalist Chris Masters has been re-invited to deliver the CEW Bean Memorial Lecture after the Australian War Memorial reversed its decision to cancel his appearance over concerns about his reporting on Australian special forc

Defence's $254 Million Canberra Lease Deal Exposed: Inside Brindabella Park's Massive Expansion

Defence's $254M Canberra lease deal exposed

Exclusive details reveal the Department of Defence's quarter-billion dollar property deal in Canberra, securing long-term office space at Brindabella Park with significant taxpayer investment.

Coalition Crisis: Is It Time for the Liberal-National Partnership to End?

Coalition Crisis: Time for Political Divorce?

Growing tensions and policy disagreements are raising serious questions about the future of Australia's conservative alliance. Experts weigh in on whether the political marriage has run its course.

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