Prison guard basher's sentence overturned
An inmate who launched a violent attack on four prison guards in Cessnock has had his community sentence overturned and will now serve time in prison. Read the full story.
An inmate who launched a violent attack on four prison guards in Cessnock has had his community sentence overturned and will now serve time in prison. Read the full story.
A damning review reveals Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre is failing its rehabilitative mission, with widespread boredom, drug access, and staff reporting toxic culture. Urgent reforms needed.
Convicted child murderer Bevan Spencer von Einem, 79, has been transferred to Yatala Labour Prison where he will die. The killer never applied for parole since 2007. Download the 7NEWS app for breaking news.
The death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship has been officially declared a homicide by mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old step-brother is a suspect as the FBI investigation continues.
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.
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
Tennis legend Boris Becker announces birth of daughter Zoë Vittoria on his 58th birthday, continuing his remarkable comeback after prison release and deportation.
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
WA Police reveal 23 convicted criminals are actively evading capture on return to prison warrants. Authorities urge public vigilance and report any sightings immediately.
Queensland police hunt escaped prisoner Jared Carrara who fled Townsville prison farm. Authorities warn public not to approach the 30-year-old fugitive.
Former Tongan test rugby player Penikolo Kula Latu receives a community sentence for a one-punch assault that left an off-duty police officer with serious injuries at a Newcastle nightclub.
Former NSW Police forensic investigator Peter Baines, who carried dead children after the 2004 tsunami, now advocates for men's mental health through charity work and public speaking in Newcastle.
Notorious bank robber Brenden 'Postcard Bandit' Abbott fails in false imprisonment lawsuit against WA but has prison sentence reduced by years. Read the court details.
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas calls WA's prison overcrowding an indictment after a violent carjacker receives suspended sentence. Read the shocking details.
Former prison officer Matice Henaway receives suspended sentence for inappropriate relationship with inmate at Townsville Correctional Centre. Full details.
Violent offenders in WA are receiving reduced jail time as judges condemn 'inhumane' prison conditions, including cockroach infestations and prolonged lockdowns. Discover the impact on community safety.
Coen Richard Dorizzi, who assaulted an 89-year-old man in Armadale carjacking, may be released soon due to prison conditions. Read the full court details.
Convicted murderer Andre McKechnie launches a Supreme Court battle to overturn the Vegemite ban in Victorian prisons, claiming it stops him from enjoying his culture. Taxpayers are funding the case.
A senior constable was hospitalised after a stolen Ford Everest T-boned an unmarked police car on the Gold Coast. Two suspects fled and stole another vehicle. Police continue their hunt.
A pregnant woman and her unborn child have died after a two-vehicle collision in Hornsby. Police are investigating the tragic incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Sympathetic guards at Melaleuca Women's Prison provided sexually explicit colouring books to female inmates, sparking a major investigation into staff misconduct.
SA Attorney-General Kyam Maher confirms controversial anti-abortion 'fun game' with cash prizes has been referred for official investigation following parliamentary questions.
Kimberley Mineral Sands and Re:Group insist excavator incidents at Thunderbird mine were minor. No injuries reported as WorkSafe investigates. Read the full details.
Samuel Frost sentenced to 19 years after Interpol investigator spotted Australian wristband in child abuse material. AFP found 37,000 images across 10 devices.
Australian Federal Police seek a Canberra-bound woman to assist inquiries into the theft of $4000 worth of designer goods from Sydney Airport. Contact Airport Watch with information.
Emergency services responded to Kiama's Pheasant Point Drive after a man's body was discovered near the ocean pool. Police have established a crime scene as investigations continue.
WA Police's Cold Case Squad reinvestigates a 2007 burglary where suspects fired a shotgun at officers before crashing in Haynes. New information sought.
Tobias Moran claims bias tainted the investigation into his partner Simone Strobel's 2005 murder. Read about his fight to clear his name in this Australian crime case.
Police are investigating a suspicious fire-bombing at a Canberra family law firm. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers as investigation continues.
A 50-year-old woman has been arrested following the suspicious death of 84-year-old grandmother Irene Selmes in her Melonba home. Police continue investigations as community seeks answers.