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Disgraced ex-MP sentenced to four years' jail

Disgraced ex-MP sentenced to four years' jail

After avoiding going to jail in two previous fraud cases, former federal MP Craig Thomson is not so lucky third time around.

'Evil' anti-Semitism targeted with tougher hate laws

'Evil' anti-Semitism targeted with tougher hate laws

'Evil' anti-Semitism targeted with tougher hate laws

'Evil' anti-Semitism targeted with tougher hate laws

People spouting racial hatred could have visas cancelled after the Bondi massacre, but the government is being pushed to go further still to stop anti-Semitism.

'De-facto life sentence' over woman's fatal stabbing

'De-facto life sentence' over woman's fatal stabbing

'De-facto life sentence' over woman's fatal stabbing

'De-facto life sentence' over woman's fatal stabbing

A man who murdered his girlfriend by stabbing her with a kitchen knife may die in jail after failing to tell the court why his sentence should be reduced.

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Man banned from Bondi after Jewish 'threat' mid-flight

Man banned from Bondi after Jewish 'threat' mid-flight

A man who allegedly made anti-Semitic threats during a flight from Bali to Sydney has been banned from Bondi after being granted bail.

Liberal $1.5m loan fight to continue into election year

Liberal $1.5m loan fight to continue into election year

A push to dismiss a legal fight over a loan to a former Liberal leader has failed, with the internal fracas expected to go to trial in an election year.

Sea World crash survivors prepare for injury lawsuits

Sea World crash survivors prepare for injury lawsuits

A teenage boy who lost his mother and a leg in a helicopter collision at Sea World has gone to court to maintain his chance to sue the theme park.

'Hate preachers' on notice as Bondi victims mourned

'Hate preachers' on notice as Bondi victims mourned

The youngest and oldest victims of the Bondi Beach terror attacks have been laid to rest as the government moves ahead with cracking down on extremist clerics.

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'Holy girl': moving service for Bondi's youngest victim

'Holy girl': moving service for Bondi's youngest victim

'Holy girl': moving service for Bondi's youngest victim

'Holy girl': moving service for Bondi's youngest victim

A ten-year-old girl struck down in the Bondi shooting has been remembered as a joyous and happy child while the Jewish community continues to honour the fallen.

'Millimetres from death': Bondi survivor fights AI lies

'Millimetres from death': Bondi survivor fights AI lies

'Millimetres from death': Bondi survivor fights AI lies

'Millimetres from death': Bondi survivor fights AI lies

A man who survived a bullet to the head during a terror attack has spoken out after being accused of faking his injuries in doctored images shared online.

Ex-NRL star avoids conviction over $140k crypto theft

Ex-NRL star avoids conviction over $140k crypto theft

Ex-NRL star avoids conviction over $140k crypto theft

Ex-NRL star avoids conviction over $140k crypto theft

Former rugby league international Trent Merrin has admitted to stealing $140,000 in bitcoin from a former friend and teammate.

Accused wife killer walks from court after winning bail

Accused wife killer walks from court after winning bail

Accused wife killer walks from court after winning bail

Accused wife killer walks from court after winning bail

A man has successfully applied for bail after he was charged with the murder of his wife, who was killed more than 30 years ago.

Gasps as man jailed 11 years for hit-and-run death

Gasps as man jailed 11 years for hit-and-run death

Gasps as man jailed 11 years for hit-and-run death

Gasps as man jailed 11 years for hit-and-run death

A man with a lengthy criminal history must serve at least 80 per cent of a heavy sentence after causing a man's death while driving a stolen vehicle..

'Weak signals' of crime turnaround as brats run wild

'Weak signals' of crime turnaround as brats run wild

'Weak signals' of crime turnaround as brats run wild

'Weak signals' of crime turnaround as brats run wild

Rampant theft, repeat offenders and machete attacks continue to plague one state as another across the border tames youth crime in regional areas.

Stuart MacGill hires 'heavy hitter' in cocaine appeal

Stuart MacGill hires 'heavy hitter' in cocaine appeal

Stuart MacGill hires 'heavy hitter' in cocaine appeal

Stuart MacGill hires 'heavy hitter' in cocaine appeal

Ex-spin bowler Stuart MacGill has enlisted some top legal help as he tries to quash a conviction and sentence over a cocaine deal that led to his assault.

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Ghislaine Maxwell asks US court for prison release

Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has asked a US court to vacate or amend her 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.

Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado

Julian Assange has filed a complaint accusing the Nobel Foundation of facilitating "war crimes" by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado.

How parents can talk to kids about the Bondi attack

Explaining news of terrorist events to children should be done in an age-appropriate way, but experts say parents should not shy away from the topic.

Rob Reiner's son appears in court on murder charges

Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner, has appeared in court as he faces charges of murder in the killing of his parents.

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Loved ones grieve as Bondi accused charged with murder

The devastation inflicted on Australia's Jewish community has been palpable at funerals for the Bondi victims, as an alleged terrorist is charged with murder.

'Unsung heroes': raw grief as Jewish leaders mourned

Hundreds of people turned out to mourn as the first funeral services were held for the Jewish leaders killed in the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

Light-rail compo ruling may affect state projects

Businesses impacted by Sydney's light-rail construction are closer to compensation by a court decision that may cause changes to other infrastructure projects.

Childcare staff in court over toddler's death on fence

The death of a toddler who fatally choked after being trapped on a fence has led to charges being laid against a childcare centre and three staff.

Dispute over alleged cop killer's court attendance

There are conflicting views about whether a man accused of the shooting murder of a veteran police officer should appear in court in person.

Take personal responsibility for Bondi deaths, PM told

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing blistering criticism over the government's response to anti-Semitism in the wake of the Bondi Beach shooting.

Dance teacher 'betrayed' teen with cocaine offer in pub

A prominent dance teacher who tutored some of Australia's best talent has been barred from the industry after giving cocaine to a teen girl in a pub toilet.

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