Australian federal police are investigating a former Sydney childcare worker, 35, who has been charged with 329 offences against 136 children over 16 years. The charges include producing child abuse material and sexual touching. Police have contacted over 120 families.
Australia is strengthening its alliances in the Pacific and with India to counter China's growing influence. Recent diplomatic efforts include new security pacts with Fiji and Solomon Islands, and enhanced ties with Papua New Guinea, Tonga, and Samoa. Prime Minister Albanese's foreign policy week also saw a meeting with India's PM Modi, focusing on shared concerns about China.
Australian Federal Police have issued a formal warning to a young person who made an online death threat against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to Melbourne. The AFP stated there is no current or impending risk to the community.
David William James, a former Sydney childcare worker and failed police officer, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for creating and possessing child abuse material at out-of-school care centers, abusing 9 boys aged 5-9 over three years.
An EY employee was sacked after he and another man, Paul and Phillip Issa, allegedly accessed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's personal banking account. The two Sydney men faced court over the breach, which allegedly occurred during a secondment at Commonwealth Bank.
Australian police are seeking public assistance to identify the author of over 100 threatening letters sent to community figures between 2015 and 2026. The anonymous writer, using pseudonyms like 'Scorpio' and 'Bullit', is believed to be a Caucasian man in his 60s.
Brazilian federal police detained a Spanish citizen at São Paulo's Guarulhos airport for alleged racist remarks against airline workers, marking the latest in a series of arrests of foreign tourists under Brazil's strict anti-racism laws, which include imprisonment penalties.
Australian federal police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine, valued at $816 million, buried in secret bunkers at a Sydney property. Two men were arrested and charged.
Brazil's Civil Defense agency suspects a cyberattack after a false emergency alert was sent nationwide overnight, causing confusion and prompting the suspension of the mobile alert system. The suspicious message, containing the word "misanthropy," was activated remotely, and the Federal Police have been asked to investigate.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech drew backlash, while Trump released US-Iran deal details. "Earth's Black Box" to be installed in Tasmania. Queensland beat NSW in Origin Game Two.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech draws criticism; "Earth's Black Box" climate tracker to be in Tasmania; Queensland beats NSW in Origin Game Two; Trump releases US-Iran deal details.
The Australian Federal Police are investigating an incident at the National Press Club where a banner was unfurled during Pauline Hanson's speech. GetUp has claimed responsibility for the stunt, which highlighted Hanson's voting record on worker pay rises and cost of living measures. The press club has referred the matter to police.
The Australian Federal Police are investigating claims of rape and torture made by activists detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. The activists met with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, who expressed belief in their allegations and expects an independent investigation.
Australian activists who joined a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza allege sexual assault by Israeli defence personnel. Foreign Minister Penny Wong met with the activists, assuring them the Australian Federal Police (AFP) will investigate their claims. The Israeli embassy has denied the allegations.
An Australian Federal Police investigation has led to the charging of a National Disability Insurance Agency employee over an alleged $5 million plot to steal funds from the NDIS and a disability services provider. The 48-year-old woman faces multiple charges including fraud and disclosing protected information.
Three people have been charged in Western Australia for attempted people smuggling, marking the first such charges in the state. They allegedly tried to help a suspected outlaw motorcycle gang member from Queensland flee the country via a yacht heading for Indonesia.
Australia has repatriated 6 women and 13 children with alleged ISIL ties from a Syrian refugee camp, with the government warning of potential prosecution for criminal activities.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is dealing with cabinet fallout after Olympics Minister Tim Mander was referred to the AFP by the AEC over enrolment concerns. Mander stood aside, learning of the referral via media while overseas, while Crisafulli was informed later.
A man will face court after federal police charged him following an investigation into a social media post that allegedly threatened a federal politician.
The Australian Federal Police alleges the men had been "actively engaging" in sharing ISIS-inspired material, with the arrests following an investigation that began in November 2024 following a luggage check at Melbourne Airport.
The Australian Federal Police alleges the men had been "actively engaging" in sharing ISIS-inspired material, with the arrests following an investigation that began in November 2024 following a luggage check at Melbourne Airport.
Australian Federal Police officers were first on scene and tried to save the man.
The Australian Federal Police has confirmed some "ISIS brides" will be arrested and charged when they arrive in Australia. Follow live.
The Australian Federal Police has confirmed some so-called "ISIS brides" will be arrested and charged when they arrive in Australia. Follow live.
