Leaders in an outback town want a new prison built to boost employment and tackle high crimes rate
As Mount Isa grapples with one of the highest crime rates in Queensland and more than 1,000 imminent job losses, [...]
Nearly 300,000 Queenslanders fell victim to crime last year — now there’s someone to champion their rights
She calls it a big job with a big responsibility, but Beck O'Connor says she is ready to help protect [...]
Beck O’Connor outlining her new role
Queensland's new victims' commissioner will hear from victims directly and work to resolve issues.
Federal government calls out states for missed DV staffing targets ahead of anticipated $351m support package
The federal government calls on the states and territories to step up efforts to reduce domestic, sexual and family violence, [...]
Commissioner considers expanding crime victims’ rights
Nearly 300,000 Queenslanders fell victim to crime last year. Now they have someone to champion their rights. Jessica van Vonderen [...]
Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after attack from partner
Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died, days after she was doused in petrol and set on fire by [...]