The Victorian Coroners Court has announced it will fast-track investigations into Indigenous deaths in custody as part of an overhaul. The changes announced include: the coroners will immediately attend the scene of an Indigenous death in custody; a specialist Koori court […]
NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller defended the actions of police in the arrest of NRL star Curtis Scott, stating he feels “sympathetic” for officers that deal with “drunken idiots every night”. Scott was arrested by police after he passed out […]
The Queensland Police have suspended a Brisbane Watch House officer following an investigation into the recent death of an Indigenous woman in custody. Aunty Sherry Tilberoo was 49 when she was found dead in her cell at Brisbane watch house […]
Data has revealed that Indigenous people in NSW regional communities are excessively targeted with invasive police strip searches. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in New South Wales are disproportionately targeted for police strip searches. Redfern Legal Centre revealed that […]
US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away over the weekend, leaving a large hole in the hearts of many Americans. The 87-year-old justice lost her battle due to complications with pancreatic cancer, while still sitting on the bench. […]
This week on The Clink, host Brent Simpson takes his turn at telling the story of his redemption. The ex-bikie enforcer and father of four is interviewed by his producer, adding his voice to the stories men taking back their […]
300 people can go to church but 19 can’t protest in a park? Did I hear that correct? The Health Minister Brad Hazzard has granted an exemption for 300 people to attend a priest ordination. The ordination will occur at […]
New research has outlined how the use of domestic dogs in prison could help reduce the recidivism rates of prisoners. A study from the University of Southern Queensland found that prisoners who are at risk of re-offending are less likely […]
Victorian Police have shot a man who allegedly had an “edged” weapon in Melbourne this morning. . The man was shot at the Lilydale Marketplace shopping centre in Melbourne’s outer eastern suburbs around 8:45 this morning. Ambulance Victoria said paramedics […]
Russell Manser – The Story of Redemption on The Clink This week on The Clink, host Brent Simpson talks to Russell Manser about his road to redemption. By age 14, Russell was sent to the notorious Daruk Boys’ Home, where […]
