ANU student fined $1200 for Townsville drink driving
Australian National University student Jon Basuke has been disqualified from driving and fined $1200 after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.095 in Townsville.
Australian National University student Jon Basuke has been disqualified from driving and fined $1200 after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.095 in Townsville.
An ACT coroner has called for a review of anti-red-light running technology following the death of Alistair Urquhart, killed by a distracted tow truck driver.
Steele Jae Nugent failed to appear in Townsville Magistrates Court facing drug driving charges. The 26-year-old now has a warrant issued for his arrest. Read the full details.
Townsville courts hear multiple cases including alleged prison escapee, drunk driving hotel manager, and woman accused of assaulting bus driver. Read the latest court outcomes.
Dean Michael Barnes convicted in Townsville court for driving with BAC of 0.179%. Read about the consequences of drink driving in Queensland.
Timothy Gillmer found not guilty of aggravated dangerous driving causing death after 2022 Wyee motorbike crash. Jury had doubts about rider identity in fatal accident.
Lawrence Alexander Butler faces sentencing after pleading guilty to multiple offences including drug possession and theft in Geelong. Learn the full story.
WA Police Minister Reece Whitby attributes climbing road toll to reckless behaviour as fatalities reach 68. Urgent call for driver responsibility amid alarming statistics.
A 23-year-old Belmont North woman pleads not guilty to charges including predatory driving after an alleged hit-and-run on a 14-year-old e-bike rider in Redhead.
Two men face court after a violent chase between a driver and motorbike riders in southwest NSW left a woman critically injured. Police confirm parties knew each other.
A 24-year-old woman faces multiple charges after allegedly spitting on officers and stealing clothing from Canberra Centre. She will appear in ACT Magistrates Court.
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A 21-year-old Canberra motorcyclist had his bike and gear seized after posting videos of speeds over 200km/h in an 80 zone on Instagram. ACT Police condemn the 'appalling' behaviour.
Complete rundown of sentencing outcomes at Geelong County Court on Friday, November 21, 2025. See who faced justice for assault, theft and driving offences.
Comprehensive coverage of Friday's cases at Cairns Magistrates Court, including traffic offences, domestic violence matters, and property damage charges.
A Highgate woman faces corruption charges for allegedly misusing regional shire funds. Learn about the investigation and potential consequences.
A 57-year-old photographer faces multiple charges including sexual assault after meeting a woman through social media. Case reopened as part of ACT police review into sexual assault handling.
A 12-year-old Cairns boy faces multiple charges including assault, bicycle theft and stolen vehicle offences following police investigations. Learn more about youth crime in Far North Queensland.
Geelong man Luke Mamaj admits to dangerous driving charges after police chase. The 26-year-old faced Geelong Magistrates' Court with sentencing scheduled for October. Read the full details.
A Queensland man faces animal cruelty charges after police allege he fabricated a car theft story, leading to the death of his German shepherd Arnie. Discover the shocking details.
A 55-year-old Shoalhaven man has been charged with multiple historic child sex offences involving young girls. Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Complete coverage of Townsville Magistrates Court proceedings from Thursday, November 20. See who faced sentencing for driving, drug, and property offenses.
Complete coverage of Thursday's proceedings at Geelong Magistrates' Court, including driving offences, theft cases, and court outcomes. Stay informed about local justice matters.
A 62-year-old motorcyclist's road rage incident in Mildura culminated with him clinging to a car bonnet all the way to the police station, where he was charged. Watch the shocking footage.
A 52-year-old truck driver denies charges after a dramatic Mount Ousley crash that flipped a car. The case will proceed to a hearing in March 2026. Read the full details.
Paul Xavier Lomas Davidson faces burglary and criminal damage charges after Silver Sands incident. The 57-year-old remains in custody ahead of bail hearing.
Cairns bakeries face profit squeeze from council waste charges, forcing potential pie price hikes. Local businesses struggle with rising operational costs.
Shocking investigation reveals Kmart selling toys with dangerous chemicals. Australian parents warned about hidden dangers in popular toys. Read before you shop!
Ronan Jason Grey sentenced to three-year jail term for culpable driving causing death of cyclist Alicia Celaya Jauregui on Lady Denman Drive. Read the full court details.
A Newcastle District Court trial determines who was riding the motorbike in a fatal 2022 Wyee crash that killed Todd Heiler. Timothy Gillmer pleads not guilty.