Court rules police strip search power abused on ‘industrial level’

The NSW Supreme Court has delivered a landmark judgment that ultimately invalidates the systemic strip search practices of NSW Police at music festivals.

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NSW Government introduces legislation to rename magistrates as judges

NSW updates Local Court Act 2007, renaming magistrates as judges to reflect legal expertise and honour the role in Australia’s busiest court system.

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65 new positions open at the ODPP

NSW ODPP expands with 65 new legal roles to ease caseloads, boost prosecution services, and support staff wellbeing across the justice system.

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“An enormous betrayal of trust”: Erin Patterson sentenced to life with 33 years non-parole

Erin Patterson sentenced to life with 33 years non-parole for poison-mushroom murders; judge condemns betrayal of trust and lack of remorse.

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Historic $475M Robodebt settlement to compensate victims for ‘crude and cruel’ scheme

The Albanese Government has reached a historic agreement to settle the Robodebt class action appeal, offering a $475 million compensation package to eligible victims of…

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Specialist Accreditation Conference: “An ongoing pursuit of excellence”

450 delegates, including esteemed members of the profession and judicial officers, gathered at the International Convention Centre (ICC) for day one of the Specialist Accreditation…

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PNG Chief Justice celebrates golden jubilee and judicial partnership

In a special address at the Federal Court of Australia, Chief Justice Sir Gibuma Gibbs Salika of Papua New Guinea (PNG) commemorated the nation’s upcoming…

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“A moral affront”: Folbigg’s lawyer slams $2 million payout

Kathleen Folbigg’s long fight for justice has taken another contentious turn, as the Attorney General decided on a $2 million ex gratia compensation payment –…

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NSW MP Gareth Ward attempts to block expulsion

New South Wales Member of Parliament for Kiama, Gareth Ward, is facing a constitutional standoff with the state parliament after being found guilty of multiple…

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New eviction laws criticised by renters’ advocates

After being congratulated by renters’ advocates for ending no-grounds eviction in NSW, the state government quietly changed the law, which many consider a step backwards…

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