Cairns Magistrates Court cases for Tuesday December 23
A summary of all matters heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Tuesday, December 23, including details on assault, theft, and traffic offences. Stay informed on local justice outcomes.
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Townsville Magistrates Court hearings for December 23
A detailed look at the cases heard at Townsville Magistrates Court on Tuesday, December 23, including charges of assault, drug possession, and theft. Stay informed on local justice outcomes.
Mount Isa man jailed for child sex crimes
A Mount Isa man has been sentenced to six years in prison for the repeated sexual abuse of a young girl. Read the full details of the District Court case.
Pressure mounts on Albanese for federal Bondi royal commission
Amid growing public outcry, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces demands to establish a federal royal commission into the Bondi Beach massacre and the surge in anti-Semitism. Critics accuse the government of inaction.
Cairns bouncer jailed for rape of unconscious woman
A Cairns security guard and self-defence teacher has been sentenced to six years in prison for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman. Read the full court report.
Federal MP Josh Burns and Georgie Purcell announce birth of daughter
Federal Labor MP Josh Burns and Victorian Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell have welcomed their first child, Lilah Poppy Purcell. Burns shared the news on Instagram, reflecting on a week of personal joy and community sorrow. Read their heartfelt ann
Leadership Contrast in Bondi Tragedy Response
The Bondi Junction stabbing tragedy starkly contrasted political leadership. While PM Anthony Albanese showed strength, NSW Premier Chris Minns faced criticism. Read the analysis.
New WA Electoral Commissioner Appointed After Resignation
Western Australia names its new Electoral Affairs Commissioner following Robert Kennedy's dramatic resignation. Get the full details on the appointment and its implications for state politics.
Albanese isolated over Bondi Royal Commission stance
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces growing political isolation for rejecting a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction attacks. Critics argue his stance is untenable. Read the full analysis.
Thousands sign petition against WA demersal fishing ban
A petition with over 10,000 signatures demands a parliamentary inquiry into WA's demersal fishing ban. The Cook Government prepares to defend the controversial policy in court.
Alleged Bondi gunman moved from hospital to prison
Naveed Akram, charged over the Bondi Beach shooting, has been discharged from hospital and taken into custody. Police allege he and his father planned the attack months in advance. Read the latest details.
Pezzullo demands Royal Commission into Bondi attack
Former Home Affairs chief Mike Pezzullo insists only a Royal Commission can properly investigate the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, challenging PM Albanese's internal review. Read the full debate.
$15M Drugs, $385K Cash Seized in Perth Police Raids
WA Police have disrupted organised crime, seizing 45kg of cocaine, 7kg of meth, and over $385,000 cash in Perth. Four men face 20 charges. Read the full details.
Di Nardo's house arrest lifted by Newcastle court
Newcastle real estate figure Anthony Di Nardo has had strict house arrest bail conditions varied. The court found the original terms were 'disproportionate' to the charges he faces. Read the latest on the case.
Minns Rushes New Gun and Hate Speech Laws to Parliament
NSW Premier Chris Minns recalls parliament to push through sweeping firearm reforms and bans on terrorist symbols following the Bondi Beach mass shooting. The legislation faces political opposition.
Months-Long Plan for Bondi Terror Attack Revealed in Court
Fresh court documents detail the alleged months-long preparation for the Bondi Beach terror attack that killed 16. Police allege religiously motivated planning and surveillance. Read the full investigation.
Police hunt offenders after Brisbane stolen car crime spree
Queensland Police are searching for multiple offenders following a brazen weekend crime spree involving stolen vehicles, a hit-and-run and an armed carjacking across Brisbane, Logan and Ipswich.
Gallagher defends PM's Bondi attack response
Labor's Katy Gallagher defends PM Anthony Albanese amid criticism of his handling of the Bondi terror attack, as polling reveals public dissatisfaction and internal party fractures emerge. Read the latest.
Lawyers may 'revert to ChatGPT' without AI training: ACT warning
ACT Bar Council president Prue Bindon urges barristers to upskill on AI to prevent confidentiality breaches and 'hallucinated' fake legal cases. Exclusive training deal announced.
Canberra stepfather jailed for decade over child sexual abuse
An ACT Supreme Court judge has jailed a man for 10 years for sexually abusing his stepdaughter, a crime the victim says broke her family and left her 'broken in every way'. Read the full court report.
Bail denied in Pauline Sowry cold case over witness risk
A Wollongong magistrate has identified major problems with the prosecution's case against a man charged over the 1993 disappearance of Pauline Sowry, but denied bail due to alleged threats against police. Read the latest court developments.
Bondi Attack Exposes Critical Security Failures
The Bondi massacre, Australia's worst terror attack in generations, reveals a catastrophic security failure. Demanding accountability from political leaders is essential to prevent future tragedies. Read the full analysis.
Cairns Magistrates Court List for Monday, December 22
A full list of individuals appearing before the Cairns Magistrates Court on Monday, December 22. Get the latest local court news and outcomes from Far North Queensland.
Townsville Court Appearances for Monday, December 22
A detailed list of individuals scheduled to appear before the Townsville Magistrates Court on Monday, December 22. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Monday's Geelong Magistrates' Court Listings
A full list of individuals scheduled to appear at the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Monday, December 22. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Protester confronts PM at Bondi terror attack vigil
A community vigil for Bondi attack victims was marred by a protester rushing the PM. NSW Premier Chris Minns delivered an emotional apology to the Jewish community. Read the full story.
Point Lonsdale father stable after coastal shooting
A 37-year-old father is in stable condition after a brazen shooting on a coastal road near Geelong. Police are investigating the targeted attack. Read the latest.
Councillor Vera Dirou's $5000 Donation to Women's Centre
Townsville Councillor Vera Dirou has made a generous $5000 donation to the Women's Centre for a second consecutive year, supporting vital local services. Read about this inspiring community commitment.
Bondi terror attack: A call for national unity
In the wake of the Bondi massacre that claimed 15 lives, Australia faces a critical choice. We must reject divisive rhetoric and strengthen our multicultural fabric through active inclusion and solidarity.
Govt invests $225M in AI for public service
The federal government commits $225 million over four years to boost its internal AI, GovAI, and launch a secure AI assistant. Experts welcome the move but caution on measuring real impact.
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