Govt defends strip search protocols
The Tasmanian Government has rejected calls to exempt political protesters from mandatory prison strip searches. abc.net.au |
Beijing drivers set traffic jam record
A record 140 traffic jams were observed on Friday evening in the Chinese capital, state media reported, as the number of vehicles on Beijing's streets exceeded 4.5 million. abc.net.au |
Prisoner tried to escape mid-flight
PRISONER being escorted to Townsville tried to undo the safety door of a plane during 15-minute flight. heraldsun.com.au |
Deal promises Indigenous tourism boost
The Indigenous tourism industry will be expanded under a new marketing agreement designed to show off Western Australia's diverse culture and increase visitor numbers. abc.net.au |
Minister rejects conflict of interest fears
Queensland Police Minister Neil Roberts has rejected conflict of interest fears of the Deputy Police Commissioner deciding on disciplinary action against six officers involved in the bungled investigation into a death in custody on Palm Island in 2004. abc.net.au |