WA Police are using their Air Wing to transport accused criminals from remote communities to major courthouses due to regional court closures. A security dispute between the Justice Department and police has led to over 20 courts closing between June and August, forcing bail hearings to be moved.
Western Australia Police are flying accused criminals to major courthouses for bail hearings due to the closure of over 20 regional courts between June and August. The closures stem from a security dispute between the Justice Department and police, who previously provided security for these circuit courts.
Cultural obligations and essential services are being impacted by the cost of fuel in Australia's most remote communities.
Remote communities are calling for assurance on fuel security in the face of potential shortages, along with financial assistance as already-high fuel and food prices continue to climb.
