Geelong businesses use social media to fight crime
Geelong businesses are turning to social media to publicly shame thieves and combat petty crime. Discover how this digital justice movement is transforming community safety.
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Wollongong posties handle record parcel volumes
Australia Post workers in Wollongong are managing unprecedented parcel volumes as online shopping hits new records. Discover how posties are adapting to the e-commerce revolution.
Man sentenced for Townsville retirement village crime
Lokz Warren Tremayne Harris receives sentence for breaking into a Townsville retirement village. Read about the court's strong response to this cowardly act.
WA Police 40,000 overtime hours for summer crime
WA Police launch a major summer crackdown with 40,000 overtime hours funded by a $5 million state government injection. Expect a heightened police presence across entertainment precincts and regional areas.
Townsville youth crime crisis: 75% reoffend on bail
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
Seven teens arrested after wild police chase in QLD
Seven teenagers face multiple charges after a dramatic 60km police pursuit involving three stolen vehicles from Coomera to Goodna. Police used tyre spikes and dog squad to apprehend suspects.
Hunter bank's Black Friday scam warning for shoppers
NGM Group warns Australian shoppers about rising Black Friday scams. Learn how to protect yourself from fake stores and delivery scams during the holiday shopping season.
1954 Port Kembla Nightwatchman Murder Case
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.
CCTV Released for Port Stephens Golf Club Theft
Police have released CCTV footage of three masked individuals who broke into the Horizons Golf Resort in Salamander Bay. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Bungendore crime surges 65% amid police absence
Charming NSW town Bungendore faces 65% crime increase with no permanent police presence. Arson, vandalism and theft plague the tourism award winner. Read the shocking details.
Machete gang terrorises three Melbourne families in spree
Armed thugs targeted homes across Melbourne's eastern suburbs in a brazen 20-minute crime spree. Two suspects in custody, one remains at large. Read the shocking details.
Perth's Shopping Rules Push Consumers Online: Retailers
Perth retailers claim outdated shopping hour regulations are forcing consumers online instead of supporting local businesses. Learn how these rules impact WA's economy.
Teen creates support group for gaming bullying victims
An Adelaide teenager establishes online support group after witnessing severe bullying in gaming communities. Experts warn platforms need stronger safety measures.
Sydney drive-by shooting: Two charged after filming attack
A 22-year-old man and 16-year-old boy charged over brazen drive-by shooting in Sydney's west. Police allege they filmed the attack and posted it online. Read the latest updates.
Retiree loses $50k in online motorhome scam
A Perth retiree's dream trip turns into a $50,000 nightmare after a sophisticated online scam. Experts warn shoppers to stay vigilant this festive season as losses soar.
US defends Big Tech against Australia's eSafety laws
American political forces are using the First Amendment to shield social media giants, challenging Australia's world-leading online safety reforms and eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant. Stand with Australia against digital tyranny.
Kmart's 'nang' listing sparks social media fury
Aussies are furious after Kmart Marketplace listed nitrous oxide bulbs, known as 'nangs'. Discover the social media backlash and the legal grey area surrounding the product.
Police seek men over Braddon altercation, head injury
ACT Policing is seeking public help to identify two men involved in a Braddon altercation that left a man with a serious head injury. Contact Crime Stoppers with info.
UN campaign targets tech abuse against women
Australia joins global UN campaign against technology-facilitated abuse. With 1 in 2 Australians experiencing digital abuse, learn how to protect yourself and access support services.
Sunrise & Coles Online Black Friday $1000 Voucher Giveaway
Sunrise & Coles Online are giving away five $1000 vouchers daily. Winners also get a bonus prize from a toy truck, like a $5000 voucher or a year of Coles Plus! Enter now.
12-year-old Cairns boy faces multiple criminal charges
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.
Nine alleged Finks bikies charged in police raids
Nine alleged Finks OMCG members face charges for firearm, drug, affray, and sexual touching offences following Raptor Squad raids across the Hunter Region. Read the full details.
Meta blocks Australian teens from social media
Tech giant Meta will begin removing under-16s from Facebook, Instagram and Threads as Australia's world-first age ban takes effect December 10. Download the 7NEWS app for breaking updates.
Boy, 13, charged with elderly woman's sexual assault
A 13-year-old boy faces multiple charges after allegedly sexually assaulting an 80-year-old woman in Ashtonfield park. Police formed Strike Force Bosgar to investigate the random attack.
Roblox introduces facial age checks for Aussie kids
Roblox rolls out mandatory facial age verification for its chat function to protect Australian children from online predators. The new safety feature starts in December.
Newcastle readers on retail, transport, and climate
Newcastle Herald readers share views on poor retail service, a visionary metro plan for the city, and the heated climate change debate. Read their compelling letters.
Top Cop: Police Not Only Answer to Kununurra Youth Crime
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch reveals tackling youth crime in Kununurra requires community solutions beyond policing. New approaches needed for Kimberley town.
Accused murderer pregnant while awaiting trial
Tamika Chesser, accused of beheading and burning her boyfriend Julian Story in Port Lincoln, revealed to be pregnant while in custody. Premier confirms special protocols for pregnant inmates.
Perth man tasered during online marketplace sale
A Perth man has been charged after allegedly tasering a seller during a failed e-scooter transaction. The violent incident highlights the dangers of online marketplace deals.
Man gets 28 years for murdering ex-partner in Ballarat
Lachlan Young, 23, receives a 28-year sentence for strangling his ex-partner, placing her body in a car, and setting it alight. He attempted to frame the murder as a suicide.
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