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'Do or die': union responds to fatal police shooting

'Do or die': union responds to fatal police shooting

The actions of an injured police officer who shot and killed a woman after she rammed him with a car have been defended by a police union.

Australia must prepare for Hollywood-style cyber attack

Australia must prepare for Hollywood-style cyber attack

Australia must prepare for Hollywood-style cyber attack

Australia must prepare for Hollywood-style cyber attack

Cyber criminals are growing in number and sophistication, warns Australia’s top online defender who urges businesses to prepare themselves for the worst.

Family shares heartache over missing 'free spirit' teen

Family shares heartache over missing 'free spirit' teen

Family shares heartache over missing 'free spirit' teen

Family shares heartache over missing 'free spirit' teen

Police have backed a mother's plea for anyone with information about a 17-year-old's disappearance to come forward, saying someone knows something.

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Husband, brother-in-law behind bars after murder charge

Husband, brother-in-law behind bars after murder charge

A husband and brother-in-law accused of murdering a young mother will remain behind bars after their matter was heard in court west of Brisbane.

Husband, brother-in-law charged with young mum's murder

Husband, brother-in-law charged with young mum's murder

Two men have been charged with murder after a young mother was found unconscious in her suburban home and could not be revived.

Escaped detainee charged after alleged stabbing attack

Escaped detainee charged after alleged stabbing attack

Two days on the run have ended for an escaped detainee who has been arrested and charged after allegedly stabbing one man in the neck and assaulting another.

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

People on the gambling self-exclusion register were sent marketing messages by an online bookmaker, but it will not be penalised, the industry regulator says.

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Appeal set for killer who brutally stabbed ex 78 times

Appeal set for killer who brutally stabbed ex 78 times

Appeal set for killer who brutally stabbed ex 78 times

Appeal set for killer who brutally stabbed ex 78 times

NSW prosecutors are set to appeal a sentence handed down to Tyrone Thompson, who killed a woman by stabbing her at least 78 times.

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

A teenager armed with a knife and fake gun has been busted trying to enter an AFL match, just weeks after two men were allegedly caught with genuine firearms.

Forensic evidence may help solve historic double murder

Forensic evidence may help solve historic double murder

Forensic evidence may help solve historic double murder

Forensic evidence may help solve historic double murder

Police are pouring resources into a cold case where two women were found dead, with potential forensic clues to be investigated 25 years on.

CCTV offers clues in search for grandmother's killers

CCTV offers clues in search for grandmother's killers

CCTV offers clues in search for grandmother's killers

CCTV offers clues in search for grandmother's killers

Police investigating a woman's fatal drive-by shooting have released CCTV footage and are appealing for public help to bring her killers to justice.

Surprise cash purchase tips cops to huge cocaine stash

Surprise cash purchase tips cops to huge cocaine stash

Surprise cash purchase tips cops to huge cocaine stash

Surprise cash purchase tips cops to huge cocaine stash

A suspicious cash purchase was enough to put police on the trail of an organised crime group allegedly trying to make an major drug import.

Manslaughter accused brought injured baby to hospital

Manslaughter accused brought injured baby to hospital

Manslaughter accused brought injured baby to hospital

Manslaughter accused brought injured baby to hospital

A manslaughter charge has been laid against a family member who brought a baby to hospital suffering a critical illness and injuries including broken bones.

Dating app ambush attacks could be tip of the iceberg

Dating app ambush attacks could be tip of the iceberg

Dating app ambush attacks could be tip of the iceberg

Dating app ambush attacks could be tip of the iceberg

Boys as young as 13 are being accused of using false profiles on dating apps such as Grindr to lure men into meetings before attacking and robbing them.

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How AI is being weaponised to attack Aussie businesses

Australia is among the world's biggest targets for online attacks and artificial intelligence technology is making intrusions harder to detect.

Rap trio Kneecap investigated over 'kill your MP' video

Rappers have apologised to families of murdered MPs as anti-terror police probe concert videos allegedly showing one member calling to "kill your local MP".

Sinister side of tech used in domestic violence cases

Domestic violence perpetrators are increasingly exploiting technology to track and monitor their victims, with survivors saying the abuse is difficult to prove.

Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay

Ransomware is on the rise in Australia, with an analysis of data breaches showing more online attacks come with a financial motive.

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'A lot of anger': crime a focus for Dutton in key state

Peter Dutton has jumped on community concerns about crime, unveiling a $750 million package to tackle the problem.

Second drive-by as police seek gran's cowardly killers

Two suburban drive-by shootings in as many days are under investigation, with officers still searching for whoever gunned down a 65-year-old grandmother.

Tobacco war could put pressure on emergency departments

Violence linked to the illegal tobacco trade could lead to serious injuries and more work for busy emergency departments, doctors warn.

Sexual violence survivors given more reporting options

Sexual violence victim-survivors are being offered alternative ways to report incidents, with one state launching a campaign to give back choice and control.

Key sectors most vulnerable to hacking in AI arms race

Artificial intelligence is being used to craft more dangerous cyber attacks, putting some of Australia's most critical industry sectors at greatest risk.

Water breach fines ramp up with one state most thirsty

One state has copped the highest number of water breach penalty notices as the independent regulator ratchets up its scrutiny of landholders.

Super funds hit in co-ordinated lump sum cyber hack

Trillions in superannuation funds have been targeted by hackers, but many funds attacked are reporting no losses as experts call for better security.

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