Category : Search result: Australian High Court


Ministers misled court over secret £7bn Afghan airlift

A Daily Mail investigation reveals the Ministry of Defence misled a High Court judge to extend a super-injunction that hid a £7bn Afghan airlift from Parliament and the public for two years. Read the full exposé.

Florida Teen Football Star Dies in Christmas Eve Crash

Brian Moss, 16, a rising football talent at Viera High School, tragically died on Christmas Eve following a car accident with his family. The community mourns the loss of the Varsity Specialty Player of the Year.

Best Australian Books of 2025 Revealed

Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.

Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned

The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.

High-Profile Man Found Guilty of Rape in Melbourne

A man from a famous Australian family has been found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial at Melbourne County Court. The attack occurred in early 2024 after a night of drinking. Read the full details.

Teens Fight Australian Social Media Ban in Court

Two 15-year-olds, backed by a digital rights group, are seeking an urgent High Court injunction to block Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates political communication rights.

Top 10 UK Independent High Streets Revealed

Discover the UK's top 10 independent high streets, from Brighton to Edinburgh, as revealed by new American Express research. Support local businesses and plan your next visit!

Court orders girl to keep rapist father's surname

A High Court judge has ruled a five-year-old girl must retain her rapist father's surname despite serious domestic abuse history. Barrister Charlotte Proudman calls it 'state-sanctioned harm'.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Newcastle to Sydney bullet train debate heats up

A fierce debate is unfolding over whether the Newcastle to Sydney leg should be prioritised over other sections of Australia's planned Melbourne to Brisbane high-speed rail, with experts divided on the strategic benefits.

Greg Lynn: Manslaughter Charges Possible if Appeal Succeeds

As convicted murderer Greg Lynn prepares to appeal his High Country killings conviction, legal authorities reveal manslaughter charges could be reconsidered if his conviction is overturned. Explore the potential legal scenarios in this developing case.

Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune

A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.

Page 1 of 4