An explosive review into controversial 'jobs for mates' appointments within Australia's public service has uncovered troubling practices. Here's what you need to know about the findings and the political firestorm surrounding its release.
A man was shot in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, running bleeding through Bayswater streets as the armed assailant remains at large in a brazen daylight attack that has police scrambling.
A tense police manhunt across Newcastle has concluded with the arrest of 38-year-old Christopher James McLoughney following an alleged domestic violence incident and dramatic escape attempt.
A Charters Towers court heard one of the most unusual drink-driving cases in Queensland history, where a motorist claimed emergency circumstances led to his offence.
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure over public service appointments as Coalition senators demand answers about potential 'jobs for mates' practices in Canberra.
Exclusive details reveal the strict confidentiality surrounding John Bunting's parole review, leaving victims' families in the dark about Australia's most notorious serial killer's potential release.
Exclusive: Dayne Brajkovich, a feared bikie enforcer with a Nazi symbol tattooed on his chin, was accidentally released from custody due to a major bail processing error in Western Australia.
A massive $315,000 retirement payment to a former Department of Parliamentary Services official remains unpaid despite mounting pressure and an ongoing probe into controversial separation packages.
ACT Supreme Court refuses bail for 27-year-old cancer patient accused of murdering 61-year-old Irma Palasics during violent home invasion. Details of the alleged crime and court proceedings revealed.
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward begins two-year prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage boy and a young man while serving as MP.
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward receives 5-year, 9-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.
A Townsville criminal has been jailed for his role in multiple terrifying armed robberies that shook local businesses. Discover the full story behind the sentencing that's bringing closure to victims.
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel faces mounting pressure as he avoids questions about his future following a scathing integrity commission report into the Campbell Primary School modernisation project.
David Pye, accused of orchestrating the high-profile assassination of Rebels boss Nick Martin, has been returned to custody after a Supreme Court judge condemned his original release as 'unjustifiable'.
Christopher John Richards accused of making terrifying threats against Senator Ralph Babet in social media messages that triggered a major police investigation.
Victoria Police launch investigation after convicted criminal Omar Altee was assaulted in custody. Exclusive details on the prison incident and ongoing safety concerns.
Sandra June Walsh has been sentenced in Townsville District Court for brutally robbing a vulnerable amputee of his pension money in a shocking daylight attack that left the community outraged.
A violent altercation at Lake Macquarie has left one man with serious injuries while another faces court proceedings. Police responded swiftly to the incident that has rattled local residents.
From domestic violence to drug offences, get the inside scoop on who faced justice in Townsville Magistrates Court this Thursday. Our comprehensive coverage brings you the details that matter.
A major development in the Cessnock PCYC fire case as police arrest a man in Kurri Kurri. Latest updates on the suspicious blaze that rocked the Hunter Valley community.
A major police operation in Adamstown uncovered a substantial drug dealing operation with $77,000 in cash and prohibited substances seized during a targeted raid.
Nathan Rourke returns to County Court fighting his sentence for dangerous driving and assaults that left Geelong community stunned. Latest updates on the appeal.