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Father's emotional appeal 20 years after son vanished
A father has choked back tears while recounting memories of his outgoing and talented son as he appeals for information over his disappearance two decades ago.
Jul 21, 2025
Two children among 10 killed in horror weekend on roads
A tragic head-on crash has claimed the lives of four people, including two children, capping a horror weekend on one state's roads.
Jul 20, 2025
Police hunt for 'reckless' hoons after chaotic car meet
Drivers who performed burnouts in the middle of a popular nightclub strip have been lambasted by police, who are investigating the incident.
Jul 20, 2025
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'Toxic': activists vandalise Aust-US memorial symbol
Pro-Palestine protesters have doused a memorial dedicated to US and Australian troops in red paint, saying it symbolises an alliance perpetuating "genocide".
Jul 19, 2025
Police shoot dead man armed with machete, knife
A man has been shot dead by police after he advanced on officers armed with a machete and a knife.
Jul 19, 2025
Arrests over 'abhorrent' child-like sex doll imports
Several men have been arrested in a crackdown over "a disturbing rise" in imports of child-like sex dolls and could face up to 10 years in jail.
Jul 19, 2025
Vehicle discovered in cold-case search for missing teen
A vehicle has been found in a renewed search after 25 years for missing teen Melissa Trussell as police divers scour a river bed.
Jul 18, 2025
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Body found near wreckage of Snowy Mountains plane crash
Police have found the body of a man suspected to be the missing pilot of a plane that crashed in the slippery terrain of the Snowy Mountains.
Jul 18, 2025
'My everything': man mourned, teens charged with murder
The wife of a man found fatally stabbed at his suburban home has led tributes after two teenagers were charged with his murder, shocking a community.
Jul 17, 2025
Parents shocked at charge against childcare worker
Children have been collected by worried parents from a childcare facility where a worker was charged with indecent treatment of a four-year-old.
Jul 17, 2025
Taser and bullet fail to stop domestic violence suspect
A domestic violence suspect reportedly seen wielding a knife was shot and tasered by police before allegedly ramming police cars to make his escape.
Jul 17, 2025
Man charged over car theft tied to synagogue attack
Counterterrorism police have charged a man over his alleged involvement in the theft of a car connected to a synagogue firebombing.
Jul 17, 2025
Men charged over innocent grandma's drive-by murder
An argument that allegedly escalated to a shooting is believed to have led to the death of an innocent grandmother as two men are charged with her murder.
Jul 16, 2025
Man refused bail over $555 million methamphetamine haul
Police say three men have been caught trying to import more than half a billion dollars worth of drugs into Australia by concealing them in rolls of fabric.
Jul 16, 2025
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Mum charged with stabbing murder of seven-month-old boy
A mother has been charged with murder after first responders were called to a home where they found a baby boy with serious stab wounds.
Jul 15, 2025
Cops say they beat up naked woman out of 'frustration'
Two ex-police officers who punched, kicked and pepper sprayed a naked woman having a mental health episode have denied their actions were driven by cruelty.
Jul 15, 2025
Wounded ex-Greens hopeful slams 'ludicrous' rally case
Lawyers for an ex-Greens candidate have criticised police for pursuing charges over a protest where an officer allegedly left her with a serious eye injury.
Jul 15, 2025
Police burnt out juggling jobs in DV-hit state
One state's police respond to up to 180,000 domestic and family violence calls every year and need more support, with unions calling for change.
Jul 15, 2025
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Tests recommended for 800 children after abuse scandal
Authorities have recommended 800 children undergo testing for infectious diseases after discovering an alleged sex offender worked at more childcare centres.
Jul 15, 2025
Legal action in play after protester 'punched' in eye
Lawyers for a one-time Greens candidate allege their client was a victim of "gratuitous police brutality" after suffering a serious eye injury during a protest.
Jul 13, 2025
Man shot dead by police called to shopping centre brawl
A man allegedly armed with a machete has died after being shot by police at a shopping centre.
Jul 12, 2025
German backpacker's outback rescue 'sheer luck'
Police have revealed further details about a 26-year-old backpacker's near two-week ordeal in remote bushland, saying it was pure chance she was found.
Jul 12, 2025
'Great result': missing German backpacker found alive
A German backpacker missing for 12 days in remote bushland has been found alive after a desperate search.
Jul 11, 2025
Pedestrian tragedy sparks elderly driver test review
A state government is considering rule changes for elderly drivers after a female pedestrian was killed and a man and child seriously injured in a car crash.
Jul 11, 2025
Personal use of AFP vehicles to earn watchdog referral
The Australian Federal Police have agreed to refer allegations of officers using force vehicles for personal reasons to the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
Jul 10, 2025
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