Youth Detention Costs Hit $1.3M Per Child
New data reveals the annual cost of youth detention in Australia has surged to $1.3 million per child, sparking calls for reform and investment in early intervention programs.
Category : Constitutional Law
SA Appoints New Judges to District and Supreme Courts
South Australia has announced the appointment of new judges to its District and Supreme Courts, enhancing the state's judicial system with experienced legal professionals.
DNA Key in Home Invasion Case, Alleged Offender Granted Bail
A NSW Supreme Court judge has granted bail to one of two men accused of a violent home invasion in Wallsend, noting DNA evidence found on a balaclava and glove will be critical to placing him at the scene where a pregnant woman was threatened with a mache
Townsville District Court Sittings Resume January 30
The Townsville District Court will recommence its sittings on January 30, handling a range of criminal and civil cases. This marks a significant return to judicial operations in the region.
Cairns District Court Sittings Resume Jan 30
The District Court of Queensland will resume its sittings in Cairns on January 30, 2024, handling a range of criminal and civil cases in the region.
Cairns Court Cases: January 30 Proceedings
A summary of cases heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Friday, January 30, including charges, outcomes, and judicial decisions for local defendants.
Cairns Antivax Survivalist Jailed for Child Exploitation Images
A Cairns antivax survivalist has been sentenced to prison for possessing child exploitation images stored in a remote bush hideout. The court heard disturbing details of his activities.
Wade Anthony Layt Appears in Townsville Court on Child Abuse Charges
A man has appeared in Townsville Magistrates Court on serious child abuse charges, with the case highlighting ongoing legal proceedings in the region.
Child Killer Accused of Accessing Child Abuse Material
Australia's youngest convicted murderer, now 38, faces multiple charges for accessing child abuse material and breaching supervision orders in Campbelltown court proceedings.
Ex-Detainee Denied Bail Over Perth Home Invasion
Majid Jamshidi Doukoshkan, an ex-immigration detainee, has been denied bail for a second time over allegations of a violent home invasion against an elderly couple in Perth.
Abalone Charges Dropped Against Seven South Coast Men
A raft of abalone trafficking charges against seven South Coast men, including the founder of the Walbunja Aboriginal Divers Rights group, have been formally withdrawn in Nowra Local Court.
Fourth Man in Court Over Newcastle Car Park Brawl
A 19-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges related to a violent brawl at Marketown car park in Newcastle West, where an 18-year-old was stabbed in the neck.
Accused Shooter Neil Harrington Granted Bail
Neil Harrington, accused of a shooting incident, has been granted bail by a Geelong court. He must adhere to strict conditions, including staying 10km from Point Lonsdale.
Wollongong Thief Avoids Jail for Break-Ins
A Wollongong man has narrowly avoided prison after breaking into two homes during a heroin relapse, stealing $3000 in personalised jewellery and leaving blood evidence at one scene.
Newcastle Man Accused of Impersonating Police in Assault
A 43-year-old man faces charges after allegedly impersonating a police officer, assaulting a driver, and declaring a fake arrest during a late-night altercation on Darby Street in Newcastle.
Bourke Granted Bail on New Police Assault Charges
Aaron Robert Brett Bourke has been granted bail in Townsville after facing new charges of assaulting police, with strict conditions imposed by the court.
Taser Fails in 60-Second Mayfield Police Shooting
Aaron Searle, high on butane, wielded a tactical shovel at police in Mayfield. A Taser failed, leading officers to shoot him. He has pleaded guilty to reduced charges.
Cairns District Court Sittings Resume January 29
The District Court of Queensland will hold sittings in Cairns on January 29, resuming local judicial proceedings. This session addresses case backlogs and provides accessible justice for the Far North community.
Geelong Court Civil Cases List for January 29
A comprehensive list of individuals and entities scheduled to appear in civil matters at the Geelong Magistrates Court on Thursday, January 29, covering various disputes and legal proceedings.
Drunk P-Plater Flips LandCruiser, Magistrate Stunned
A teenage P-plater in Wollongong has been convicted after flipping his Toyota LandCruiser while drink-driving. The magistrate expressed shock at the incident, which resulted in a four-month licence ban and a $1000 fine.
Jessie Lowe Granted Bail on Townsville Weapons, Drug Charges
A Townsville woman, Jessie Lowe, has been granted bail in the local Magistrates Court after facing multiple charges related to weapons and drug offences, with strict conditions imposed.
Court Doubts Jail's Drug Scan Competency in Canberra
A coronial inquest into a suspected fatal drug overdose at Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre hears evidence that correctional officers may lack technical skills to interpret X-ray body scans effectively, raising systemic concerns.
Canberra Jail's Drug Detection Competency Questioned
A coronial inquest into a fatal overdose at Alexander Maconochie Centre reveals concerns about correctional officers' ability to interpret X-ray body scans for contraband detection.
Stolen Bike Call Uncovers Huge Drug Cache in Newcastle
A call about a stolen motorbike in Fern Bay resulted in police discovering a large quantity of drugs including MDMA, cocaine, and cannabis, leading to charges against a 25-year-old man.
Andrew Wallace Faces Rape Charges in Townsville Court
Andrew Martin Wallace has appeared in Townsville Magistrates Court on serious charges including rape and sexual assaults. The case highlights ongoing legal proceedings in the region.
Public Servant Denied Bail Over Alleged Choking of Disabled Child
A Canberra federal public servant remains in custody after allegedly choking his disabled 12-year-old daughter and assaulting another child who tried to intervene.
Helensburgh Bricklayer Threatened to Crash Ute in Domestic Violence
A Helensburgh bricklayer has been sentenced after threatening to drive his ute into a tree during a domestic violence incident. The court heard details of his 'disgusting' tirade.
Mayfield Police Shooting: Attempted Murder Charge Dropped
A 47-year-old man shot by police after charging officers with a tactical shovel in Mayfield has pleaded guilty to assault charges as prosecutors withdraw an attempted murder count.
Politicians Demand Jail for Flag Burners
Australian politicians are calling for new laws to impose jail sentences on protesters who burn the national flag, sparking a debate over free speech and national symbols.
Charges Dropped in Wollongong Cold Case Cover-Up
A 64-year-old Wollongong man has been released from custody after prosecutors withdrew all charges accusing him of covering up the murder of missing mother Pauline Sowry.
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