Cairns Court Cases on Tuesday, February 3

A detailed overview of the proceedings at Cairns Magistrates Court on Tuesday, February 3, highlighting various charges and appearances before the magistrate.

Cairns Barber Spared Jail for Cocaine Dealing

A Cairns barber has been spared jail after a court described his involvement in cocaine dealing as a 'stupid foray'. The man received a suspended sentence and community service.

ACT Budget Criticised as Parton Avoids Naming Cuts

Opposition Leader Mark Parton says the ACT government is living beyond its means across all portfolios but refuses to detail potential cuts, while also discussing talks with the Greens and gun law debates.

Veteran Wins $1.6M for Navy Abuse in Landmark Case

A Vietnam veteran in his 70s has been awarded $1.675 million in damages after alleging repeated sexual and physical abuse during his teenage years in the Royal Australian Navy, with a court ruling resolving compensation duplication issues.

Angus Taylor: The Liberal Leader Labor Would Love

Political analysis suggests Angus Taylor's potential leadership of the Liberal Party would delight Labor, given his history of parliamentary missteps and gaffes that have provided easy ammunition for the government.

Coalition Slumps Amid Hanson Surge in Poll

The Coalition faces a dramatic slump in support as Pauline Hanson's party surges, highlighting internal disunity and voter shifts ahead of the 2026 election.

Son jailed for life after filming father's assault

John Matthew Gallagher has been sentenced to life imprisonment for recording and uploading a violent assault on his father, highlighting severe family violence and digital evidence in court.

Bernardi Leads One Nation in SA Election Push

Former Liberal senator Cory Bernardi will spearhead Pauline Hanson's One Nation campaign in the upcoming South Australian state election, citing a lack of genuine opposition.

Zempilas Pledges Tax Reform for WA Housing Crisis

WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas commits to significant taxation reform policy ahead of the next state election to address the housing emergency, focusing on stamp duty changes for first-homebuyers.

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