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'Kiara deserved justice': months jail over mum's death

'Kiara deserved justice': months jail over mum's death

The grieving family of a woman killed by her partner's homemade gun says the man's "lenient" three-month prison sentence sends a dangerous message.

Woman accused of trying to kill police fronts court

Woman accused of trying to kill police fronts court

Woman accused of trying to kill police fronts court

Woman accused of trying to kill police fronts court

A 37-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder after allegedly shooting at police officers who were trying to carry out a search warrant.

Man's homemade gun 'for protection' kills girlfriend

Man's homemade gun 'for protection' kills girlfriend

Man's homemade gun 'for protection' kills girlfriend

Man's homemade gun 'for protection' kills girlfriend

A man left a homemade shotgun inside a couch at his family home where one of his young children picked it up before it misfired and killed his pregnant partner.

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Woman 'fired shotgun' at police approaching house

Woman 'fired shotgun' at police approaching house

A 37-year-old woman has been accused of attempted murder after allegedly firing a rifle at police officers at a property.

Car shot up outside long-targeted tobacco store

Car shot up outside long-targeted tobacco store

A tobacco store has been targeted for a fifth time, with gunshots fired at a car parked outside the business.

Plea deal for US man linked to Wieambilla shootings

Plea deal for US man linked to Wieambilla shootings

Linked to the shocking Wieambilla shootings, a conspiracy theorist has pleaded guilty to a watered down charge under a plea deal in the United States.

'Lethal weapons': 3D-printed guns test limits for cops

'Lethal weapons': 3D-printed guns test limits for cops

More than 1000 firearms and parts seized in nationwide raids include hundreds of 3D-printed items police say are increasing in quality and pose a bigger threat.

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MP's unlikely answer for bored footy players and pests

MP's unlikely answer for bored footy players and pests

MP's unlikely answer for bored footy players and pests

MP's unlikely answer for bored footy players and pests

Regional MP Bob Katter has suggested rugby league players should be given guns to help reduce the number of feral pigs and toads in north Queensland.

'Lower the aggro': lawyers clash over accused shooter

'Lower the aggro': lawyers clash over accused shooter

'Lower the aggro': lawyers clash over accused shooter

'Lower the aggro': lawyers clash over accused shooter

As a man faced court on a raft of charges, including shooting with intent to murder, a battle broke out between two lawyers trying to represent him.

Bullet holes but no motive after street shooting spree

Bullet holes but no motive after street shooting spree

Bullet holes but no motive after street shooting spree

Bullet holes but no motive after street shooting spree

Police are scratching their heads over why a man opened fire and began randomly shooting on a busy shopping strip, forcing terrified locals to run for cover.

Two dead, suspect shot in attack near UK synagogue

Two dead, suspect shot in attack near UK synagogue

Two dead, suspect shot in attack near UK synagogue

Two dead, suspect shot in attack near UK synagogue

Two people are dead and three others are seriously wounded after a car and stabbing attack near a synagogue in Manchester in northern England.

Three dead, eight hurt in North Carolina bar shooting

Three dead, eight hurt in North Carolina bar shooting

Three dead, eight hurt in North Carolina bar shooting

Three dead, eight hurt in North Carolina bar shooting

A shooting at a waterfront bar in North Carolina has left three people dead and at least eight others wounded.

When police could draw 'line in sand' in Freeman hunt

When police could draw 'line in sand' in Freeman hunt

When police could draw 'line in sand' in Freeman hunt

When police could draw 'line in sand' in Freeman hunt

Dezi Freeman remains at large four weeks after allegedly killing two police, as a retired detective says rising costs could lead to a cut back in the search.

Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges

Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges

Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges

Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges

A former elite soldier accused of possessing 45 grams of meth was caught up in a police raid while trying to buy drugs for his own use, a judge has heard.

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Aussie duo nabbed over weapons supply to foreign rebels

A two-year investigation has resulted in two Australian men facing allegations of trafficking firearms and ammunition to a violent paramilitary group overseas.

Olive branch extended to fugitive's suspected helpers

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of accused cop killer Dezi Freeman may be offered indemnity against prosecution if they help with his arrest.

Fled or dead: police weigh all options in Freeman hunt

Police are not ruling out the possibility Australia's most wanted man, Dezi Freeman, has escaped the area where he allegedly killed two officers.

Man jailed for bringing loaded firearm into packed MCG

A man who claimed he brought a loaded revolver to an AFL match to protect himself will remain in custody for at least another five months.

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Unnecessary gun changes to help hunters 'feel better'

A prominent anti-gun advocate says there's no problem with hunting, but shooters don't need more support while there's "much more important things" to address.

'Stern' punishment ahead for MCG gunman

A man caught with a gun at the MCG during an AFL match will serve jail time, after a magistrate warned he faces a stern punishment.

US National Guard troops in Washington to carry weapons

Some National Guard units patrolling Washington at the direction of US President Donald Trump have started carrying firearms.

Police bullet accidentally fired during airport arrest

A bullet was fired by mistake from the rifle of a cop and hit a cafe oven as police arrested a disruptive man at a major airport on a busy travel day.

Three dead in Texas parking lot shooting, man arrested

Police say three people are dead after a shooting in Austin, Texas, and a man has been arrested.

Port Arthur victim calls for halt to gun law changes

Proposed changes to gun laws have prompted a fierce rebuke from a man who lost multiple family members in the Port Arthur massacre.

Police hunt ex-soldier after four shot dead in US bar

Authorities have launched a manhunt for a 45-year-old former soldier suspected of killing four people in a shooting at a bar in Montana.

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