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After 216 days on the run, how was Dezi Freeman caught and what happens now?

In February police said they strongly believed Dezi Freeman was dead. It may have been a tactic that helped bring the manhunt to an end.

30.03.2026 20

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Terry Goldsworthy

‘Drive‑off’ fuel thefts cost $80 million even before the war – and they’re heading up

Fuel theft has risen up to 30% nationally since the start of the Middle East war. Here’s what can push it higher, how common it is – and what to...

27.03.2026 10

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Terry Goldsworthy

What police did in Bondi chaos – and what's next

16.12.2025 20

The New Daily

Terry Goldsworthy

What police had to do during the chaos of Bondi – and what comes next

Active armed offender situations are always tense and fluid. Even more so when the incident occurs in a public space.

15.12.2025 30

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Terry Goldsworthy

Copper theft is hitting building sites, street lights – and now phones. How do we stop it?

There are different rules in different states on selling scrap copper. A 2023 inquiry found that makes it hard to stop thieves – who are even...

02.12.2025 20

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Terry Goldsworthy

Treacherous terrain: the search for alleged police killer Dezi Freeman

As police try to locate the alleged gunman who killed two officers in Victoria, what difficulties to they face while hunting in dense bushland?

28.08.2025 10

The Conversation

Terry Goldsworthy

When it comes to weapons on Australian streets, do our perceptions match reality?

Many of us fear our streets are getting less safe, but what does the data say about violent crime in Australia?

06.08.2025 10

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Terry Goldsworthy

Tickle and Giggle ruling really is no laughing matter

25.07.2025 20

The Australian

Terry Goldsworthy