In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.
Queensland Police launch a major investigation into a Gold Coast business after a man's death is linked to a powerful veterinary drug. Authorities issue urgent warnings to the public.
A terminally ill grandfather's heart-wrenching final days have sparked emotional debate as Queensland's assisted dying laws come into effect, allowing patients choice in their final moments.
A Queensland driver's disastrous shortcut attempt ended with his ute stranded on active railway tracks, prompting a dramatic rescue and a stern warning from authorities.
Queensland Health sounds the alarm as a measles-infected traveller from overseas visits busy public spots in Cairns. Health officials are urgently contacting potential contacts as the highly contagious viral threat spreads.
Queensland Police have launched an investigation into wildlife conservationist Bob Irwin following a complaint. The 84-year-old father of the late Steve Irwin denies any wrongdoing.
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
A community is in mourning after a 14-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries following a horrific dog attack. The incident has sparked a major police investigation and a renewed debate on dangerous dog controls.
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
Outrage erupts as visitors to Queensland's iconic Cape York peninsula leave behind a trail of destruction, dumping tonnes of rubbish and damaging sacred Indigenous sites at the northernmost point of the Australian mainland.
A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.
The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte
A Queensland single mother's life transformed overnight after winning £1.2 million in Bronte's lottery. Discover her emotional reaction and future plans.
Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.
A routine welfare check in rural Queensland turned into a deadly ambush, claiming the lives of two young police officers and an innocent neighbour. The tragic incident at a remote Wieambilla property has shocked Australia and sparked a major investigation
Bruce and Denise Morcombe, the grieving parents of Daniel Morcombe, back Queensland's groundbreaking new public child sex offender register. Discover how 'Daniel's Law' aims to empower parents and enhance community safety.
The FBI has launched a massive manhunt for Travis Decker after the bodies of his three young daughters were discovered at a remote Pennsylvania campground. The grim discovery was made following a welfare check, sparking a multi-state search for the missin
A leading police financial crimes expert has revealed how sophisticated betting patterns made the 2010 NRL match-fixing scandal involving Canterbury Bulldogs' Ryan Tandy remarkably easy to detect, raising serious concerns about sports integrity.
A sweeping new law in England and Wales will bar offenders from town centres, pubs, and major events as part of their community orders, creating 'sobriety zones' to curb alcohol-fuelled crime.
Three men have been formally charged in connection with the alleged rape of a teenage girl in Westminster. The Metropolitan Police confirm the charges following a thorough investigation into the serious sexual assault.
The family of Australia's most infamous serial killer, Ivan Milat, has made a stunning new claim that could rewrite the history of the brutal Backpacker Murders. Exclusive details revealed.
A shocking investigation into a Colorado funeral home has uncovered 189 improperly stored bodies, with families now fearing their loved ones were never cremated. Authorities are investigating potential criminal charges.
Queensland Police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman after her body was discovered at a Taigum residence, with a crime scene declared and forensic officers on site.
A shocking investigation reveals a Colorado funeral home allegedly left bodies to rot and provided fake ashes to grieving families, leading to arrests and a multi-agency probe.
The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated a criminal investigation into a Conservative-linked YouTube channel for allegedly filming inside HMP Peterborough without authorisation, following a complaint from the Ministry of Justice.
Exclusive forensic images reveal the painstaking deconstruction of murder suspect Bryan Kohberger's car as investigators search for crucial DNA evidence linked to the horrific Idaho student killings.
Exclusive: Sunshine Coast residents in lockdown as specialist police, including the Critical Incident Response Team, scour bushland for an armed suspect following a dramatic shooting incident near a popular shopping precinct. Ongoing manhunt continues.
Exclusive: The widow of a victim from the 2015 Shoreham Airshow crash breaks her silence, calling for a criminal investigation into the 'remorseless' pilot. Reveals her young son's devastating words: 'Daddy's been killed by a plane.'