Alleged bikie affiliate accused of distracting police, throwing phone off balcony Police also claim to have found 'items consistent with drug trafficking' in his home. The Canberra Times · Sep 13, 2023
Accused stalker unlawfully contacted alleged victim via bank transfers A magistrate called it a 'clever and concerning manipulation of the process'. The Canberra Times · Aug 19, 2023
'We need to do something': Coroner's push for resources, recognition Reform advocates, an ex-coroner and an eminent lawyer back Ken Archer's call. The Canberra Times · Jul 14, 2023
'Next time, I won't miss': Gunman allegedly shot car carrying child The accused shooter cried in court after being refused bail. The Canberra Times · Jun 15, 2023
Canberra man who sent intimate images of his partner to her teen brother avoids more jail time The man pleaded guilty to a raft of domestic violence offences but the court was told he will not be restricted from returning to live with his victim. ABC News · Apr 22, 2023
Jail had 'little or no effect' on 'aggressive' taxi groper Rahul repeatedly touched a passenger in inappropriate ways. The Canberra Times · Apr 13, 2023
Further delays to Black Summer bushfire inquiry A coronial inquiry into one of the devastating Black Summer bushfires has been postponed again to accommodate some participants' changed availability. The New Daily · Apr 11, 2023
Inquiry into Black Summer bushfire set to resume A coronial inquiry into one of the devastating Black Summer bushfires is due to resume following months of delays. AAP · Apr 10, 2023
'Extreme level of control': Jealous husband allegedly spied on, attacked wife A magistrate granted the man bail despite fears for the alleged victim's safety. The Canberra Times · Mar 19, 2023
Bikie's parole cancelled after necklace knife arrest He still had about three years left on his sentence for a shooting and arson attack when he was released from prison. The Canberra Times · Feb 2, 2023
Arrest warrant issued for woman in 'worst house of squalor' case The woman is accused of leaving four children living among faeces and grime in a north Canberra home. The Canberra Times · Jan 28, 2023
Bikie's work reason for allegedly wearing knife necklace 'not convincing': lawyer The defendant was previously sentenced for shooting up the home of a former chapter leader. The Canberra Times · Jan 27, 2023
Police, media blamed for alerting alleged crime syndicate in $70k scam case A 65-year-old woman who lost $70,000 to a scam was left "very afraid", a court heard. The Canberra Times · Jan 25, 2023
Woman with extensive criminal history 'ran off' after 'high speed' collision At the scene, the driver of the other vehicle told police "I don't know, they ran off". The Canberra Times · Jan 24, 2023
AAP · Nov 15, 2022 Canberra 2020 bushfire inquest postponed An inquest into Canberra's devastating 2020 bushfires has been adjourned just one day into evidence about the monster blaze in the Orroral Valley.
The Canberra Times · Nov 14, 2022 Army chopper's landing for 'piss break' ignited bushfire, inquiry hears "What are the chances of a piss break?" the inquiry heard from in-flight recording.
AAP · Nov 13, 2022 Inquest told army helicopter started blaze Two army personnel in charge of a helicopter that started Canberra's 2020 Orroral Valley bushfire have given evidence to an inquest at the ACT Coroners Court.
The Canberra Times · Nov 6, 2022 Sobbing criminal freed from jail after speeding through red lights The Chief Magistrate found it "very concerning" McGrath was not given access to the right support in jail.
The Canberra Times · Oct 4, 2022 NSW residents allowed in Orroral Valley fire inquiry after court erred An initial ACT Coroner's Court decision to refuse the group was found to be in error.
The Canberra Times · Sep 21, 2022 Home Affairs consultant accused of drug trafficking 'inspired by Wolf of Wall Street' The 33-year-old IT consultant has been granted bail after police searched his home.
The Canberra Times · Sep 3, 2022 Woden district drug bust allegedly uncovers guns, $64,000 in cash The 36-year-old alleged "street-level dealer" was living in the Garran home with his wife and kids.
The Canberra Times · Sep 1, 2022 Victims may have yawned when threatened by ranting bikie boss: barrister A prosecutor has described the claim as "nonsense", noting the offender is not "a normal suburban dad".
The Canberra Times · Aug 27, 2022 Parliament protester found guilty after gluing hand to road for 90 mins A magistrate rejected his claims that it was reasonable to block traffic during a sitting week, finding him guilty of unreasonable obstruction.
The Canberra Times · Aug 18, 2022 'Renowned criminals' allegedly lay in wait for cop, attacked with car Two of the three alleged offenders are now behind bars after the incident, which is said to have left the police officer fearing for his life.
ABC News · Aug 18, 2022 Three men who allegedly chased and rammed police officer's car after waiting outside his house face ACT Magistrates Court ACT Magistrates Court hears the driver of the vehicle was a particular focus of a task force established to investigate dangerous driving, car theft and burglaries.