Murder forcing University re-think
Universities may have to rethink their policies on staff-student relationships, following the Sophie Elliott case.
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The release of a man suspected of several abductions of young women in Ireland has caused a frenzy of fear among locals.
More bloodshed in Melbourne
Two more people have been shot dead in Melbourne, just hours after the slaying of crime patriarch Macchour Chaouk.
Gang boss killed in Lebanese crime feud
Police in Melbourne are preparing for revenge attacks after a gangland shooting yesterday.
Police authority backs Sounds murder investigation
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has supported the police investigation of the murders of Ben Smart and Olivia Hope.
'Premonition' over missing child leads to grisly find
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Coroner rules on exorcism death
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Alleged killer practised on relative
The man accused of the stabbing death of NZ-born nurse Michelle Beets allegedly held a knife to his brother-in law's throat to practise the killing, a Sydney court was told today.
One dead in Solomons election violence
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Parole Board may free double killer
David Tamihere's Parole Board has requested a report on his suitability for "residential restrictions", for his release.
At least 14 years jail for Paralympian's murder
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Mother emotionless at baby's death, court told
A woman on trial for murdering her 13 month-old son showed "no emotion" as the infant lay dead on her bed, an Auckland jury has heard.
No end in sight for Elliott family
The family of Sophie Elliott have no end in sight as a planned appeal by her killer, Clayton Weatherston, is delayed.
Women thought Lindy Chamberlain guilty
It was Australia's most celebrated murder case, dividing the nation and igniting fierce debate even years on.
Aid to north at risk after medics' murder
Aid workers have been reviewing their operations in perilous Afghanistan.
'Desperate' mother let son drown, court told
A "desperate" mother unable to cope with both her children murdered her 13 month-old baby son by leaving him alone to drown in a deep bath, the Auckland High Court has heard.