A 13-year-old Queensland boy charged with allegedly preparing to carry out an attack at a school will remain in custody after his bail application was rejected. He appeared in the Maryborough Children’s Court today via videolink. The teenager showed no emotion when Magistrate John Milburn made his decision. The boy has been charged with one…
Rising inflation and new Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh will take center stage on Wednesday when the central bank meets to decide on the path forward for interest rates. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The meeting comes just days after the U.S. and Iran said…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A plan to cut dozens of positions within the English Montreal School Board (EMSB) is sparking concern among parents and staff. A proposal could see more than 100 positions supporting special needs students eliminated. “We all know the current challenges within the system and the lack of…
A girl has died after a four-vehicle crash on a major arterial route in inner-city Melbourne this afternoon. Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the incident on Dynon Road, in West Melbourne, just before 4:30pm. Police said a female child in one of the vehicles died at the scene, with further information not yet…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A red kangaroo that had been on the loose in Quebec has been captured following what officials described as a delicate operation. In an update Tuesday, authorities confirmed the animal is now in the care of professionals who will assess its health. Further details were not immediately…
A former Tasmanian teacher’s aide, who used social media to send images of his genitals to teenagers, has been sentenced to 15 months’ prison. WARNING: This story contains details of grooming and sexual offences committed against young people Brandon Lee Anthony Chell, 28, pleaded guilty to two counts of attempting to involve a person under…
Quebec City is very much on the CFL’s expansion radar but Dr. Reginald Bibby feels the league should again incorporate American-based franchises. Last month, veteran journalist Sylvain Bouchard divulged talks have been ongoing for more than a year between the CFL and business leaders regarding an expansion franchise and new stadium in Quebec City. A…
A former Northern Territory legal aid staffer who was busted asleep in bed with a convicted killer after helping him flee his parole in Alice Springs has pleaded guilty to attempting to pervert the course of justice. Samantha Alampi, 37, faced the NT Supreme Court yesterday, where she formally admitted to helping the then 19-year-old…
South Australia’s upper house has passed a bill to restrict access to late-term abortion. The legislation passed 10 votes to 9 on Wednesday afternoon with the support of three newly-elected One Nation MPs. It will be debated by the lower house later on Wednesday evening. The bill, introduced by Family First MP Sarah Game, effectively…
Almost four years after a violent confrontation on a Nowra street on the NSW South Coast changed their lives forever, four young police officers have been recognised for the bravery they displayed in protecting the community. Retired Constable Tyrone Saddler, Retired Constable Jessica Richards and Constable Max Godfrey were today awarded the Commissioner’s Commendation for…