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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Fate of Victoria Park stadium in doubt after Indigenous group called for the Brisbane site to be protected
The fate of a 63,000-seat Olympic stadium is hanging in the balance after an Indigenous group lodged a long-term protection order on the site. The Yagara Magandjin Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC) on Tuesday asked the federal government to block the massive construction in Victoria Park in central Brisbane. YMAC claimed the park was one of the city's 'most significant' First Nations sites. If the application is successful, the Queensland Government would have to find a new location for the centrepiece of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Victoria Park is managed by Brisbane City Council, but new state legislation last month determined Olympic venues are exempt from heritage and planning laws. YMAC spokeswoman and Yagarabul elder Gaja Kerry Charlton told the ABC the park, which has the Indigenous name Barrambin, is significant to local Aboriginal people. 'Barrambin is living Country. We know this place is of great significance and history. It was a complete shock when the premier came out with his stadium plans,' she said. 'We are very concerned there are ancient trees, artefacts and very important ecosystems existing there. There may be ancestral remains.' YMAC lodged the protection order application under Section 10 of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act (ATSIHP). The act allows the Commonwealth to prevent damage to 'significant Aboriginal areas' and would overrule the new state law. Yagara elder Uncle Steven said Victoria Park should be protected as there were 'not many places left around south-east Queensland that still contain that significance in cultural heritage'. 'If that [stadium] goes ahead, we lose part of our history. It's not only First Nations history, it's Australia's history, Brisbane's history,' he said. The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water confirmed it is reviewing the YMAC's application. Save Victoria Park spokeswoman Sue Bremner questioned why Indigenous groups were opposing the Olympic stadium when Victoria Park was previously used as a golf course, rifle range and encampment for WWII American soldiers. 'The park has grown up with Brisbane, and it's gone through various stages,' Ms Bremner told 4BC Radio. 'One thing about a golf course is that it doesn't change the topography as much. The ridges where the First Nations people camped for thousands of years are still there. 'That is not going to be the case if this stadium build goes ahead.' A spokeswoman for the state government, led by Premier David Crisafulli, said it was committed to 'ensuring the Games deliver a generational infrastructure legacy'. 'The new laws provide a bespoke process that recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage matters - incorporating engagement, consultation with relevant parties and preparation of a cultural heritage management plan,' she said. The Federal Government in July pledged $3.4billion in funding for the Queensland Government for the Games Venue Infrastructure program. Combined funding resulted in a total of $7.1billion to be used on delivering 17 new or upgraded sporting venues across Queensland. The stadium planned for Victoria Park is set to host the Games' opening and closing ceremonies. Several athletic events would also be held at the venue. Several Queensland teams - including Brisbane Lions, Brisbane Heat and Queensland Bulls - have expressed interest in the stadium as their homeground after the Games.
Irish Times
05-07-2025
- Irish Times
Businessman sent masked spy to watch ex through her window, court hears
A Dublin businessman flouted a protection order by sending a masked man to spy on his ex-partner through her window at night and e-mailing her work, saying 'I've nothing to lose', a court heard. The man in his late 20s, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, was charged with breaching the Domestic Violence Act order and refused bail by Judge Maire Conneely on Saturday. Voicing concerns about possible witness interference, a local garda told Dublin District Court that the woman had secured a protection order at the start of May but continued to live with the accused for several weeks. She recently moved out, however, and was staying at another house in a different part of the city. READ MORE It was alleged her ex-partner sent an email to her work on Friday, booked an appointment with her and one message quoted in court read: 'I have nothing to lose, watch what I do today.' The garda testified that in the early hours of Saturday, a masked man on a bike was sent by the accused to her new home and there was CCTV evidence. The woman also alleged the person outside had been shouting: 'Where are you? Where are you?' She said she stood behind her curtains but heard the man speaking on his phone, telling someone 'he could see her inside'. Visibly upset, the woman told Judge Conneely that she could see the 'fully covered' man at her window talking about her and referring to her with a version of her name only used by her ex-partner. She broke down and wept as she spoke out, claiming her ex became nasty when he abused alcohol and drugs, which had resulted in her seeking the protection order. The woman alleged that the man blocked her from re-entering their former shared home when she needed to retrieve her work uniform. Cross-examined, defence counsel Kevin McCrave put it to her that she kicked or damaged the door and that his client had offered to leave her uniform outside, which she did not accept. She also alleged she had to move her car because of a threat to damage it, saying, 'I am in genuine fear'. Mr McCrave stressed that his client maintained he was innocent and would abide by strict conditions, including not going near his former partner's new address and refraining from contacting her. Judge Conneely said the accused has the presumption of innocence, but held that the garda had established grounds as she denied bail. The accused did not testify during the proceedings and spoke only to consult his barrister. The man, who awaits a full hearing of the charge, was remanded in custody to appear again next week. After the judge made her decision, the accused raised concerns, via his counsel, about his work and the lack of someone to care for and feed his pets before he was escorted from the court.
BreakingNews.ie
05-07-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
‘I have nothing to lose': Businessman (20s) sent masked spy to watch former partner, court told
A Dublin businessman flouted a protection order by sending a masked man to spy on his ex-partner through her window at night and emailing her work, saying "I've nothing to lose," a court has heard. The man in his late 20s, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, was charged with breaching the Domestic Violence Act order and refused bail by Judge Maire Conneely on Saturday. Advertisement Voicing concerns about possible witness interference, a local garda told Dublin District Court that the woman had secured a protection order at the start of May but continued to live with the accused for several weeks. However, she recently moved out and was staying at another house in a different part of the city. It was alleged her ex-partner sent an email to her work on Friday, booked an appointment with her, and one message quoted in court read, "I have nothing to lose, watch what I do today". The garda testified that in the early hours of Saturday, a masked man on a bike was sent by the accused to her new home, and there was CCTV evidence. The woman also alleged the person outside had been shouting, "Where are you, where are you?" Advertisement She said she stood behind her curtains but heard the man speaking on his phone, telling someone "he could see her inside". Visibly upset, the woman told Judge Conneely that she could see the "fully covered" man at her window was talking about her, and referring to her with a version of her name only used by her ex-partner. She broke down and wept as she spoke out, claiming her ex became nasty when he abused alcohol and drugs, which had resulted in her seeking the protection order. The woman alleged that the man blocked her from re-entering their former shared home when she needed to retrieve her work uniform. Advertisement Cross-examined, defence counsel Kevin McCrave put to her that she kicked or damaged the door and that his client had offered to leave her uniform outside, which she did not accept. She also alleged she had to move her car because of a threat to damage it, adding, "I am in genuine fear". Mr McCrave stressed that his client maintained he was innocent and would abide by strict conditions, including not going near his former partner's new address and refraining from contacting her. Judge Conneely stressed the accused has the presumption of innocence, but held the garda had established grounds as she denied bail. The accused did not testify during the proceedings and spoke only to consult with his barrister. The man, who awaits a full hearing of the charge, was remanded in custody to appear again next week. After the judge made her decision, the accused raised concerns, via his counsel, about his work and the lack of someone to care for and feed his pets before he was escorted from the court.
Otago Daily Times
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Court date set 11 months after application lodged
Despite the government's recent announcement that new initiatives to reduce court delays are showing progress, for some in Oamaru, getting their day in court is still hampered by a "flawed" system and "very stressful" delays. Last week, Minister for Courts Nicole McKee said initiatives aimed at tackling delays across New Zealand courts were delivering promising results. The District Court Timelines Programme (DCTP) was established in 2023, and is jointly led by the Ministry of Justice and the judiciary, it includes a range of initiatives to improve timeliness and address backlogs in the criminal jurisdiction. She said nationally, criminal court backlogs were down 11%. "Delays in the justice system affect everyone, from victims and applicants to their families. "The delays can erode confidence in the system, that's why I'm pleased to say we've turned a corner," Mrs McKee said. The High Court is also showing gains, particularly in civil probate cases, she said. In 2023, only 9% of these were resolved within 15 days, that figure rose to 33% in 2024 and now sits at 84%, Mrs McKee said. Mrs McKee said the focus had mainly been on District Courts with the largest backlog across all jurisdictions, these are the metropolitan courts, particularly in Auckland. As these initiatives were only launched in South Island District Court locations in February 2025, it is too soon to measure their impact, she said. A North Otago resident, who contacted the Oamaru Mail, said they had a "very stressful" wait after lodging their application in the Oamaru District Court (ODC) last year. The resident had applied to the Family Court for a Protection Order and Occupation Order in September 2024. In late April, this year, a hearing date was set — for August 7, almost one year after application. The resident said they believed the system was "flawed" and the delay had meant their "fundamental right" had been ignored. "I am aware that others in Oamaru have given up and had to move their cases elsewhere. "This option was not available to me as I never had a court date allocated, until almost a year had expired, well outside the six weeks under the legislation" they said. They say they have had to make two further "on notice" applications in this time to advance their situation. In New Zealand, if a Protection Order application is made "on notice", meaning the respondent is aware of the application and has a chance to respond, the hearing date must be set as soon as practicable, but no later than six weeks from the date the application was filed. Mrs McKee said while she was unable to comment or intervene in individual cases, timeline standards for the Family Court, were being developed and would be finalised soon to support court timeliness and performance. In June 2024, the Chief District Court Judge issued the Timely Access to Justice Protocol, setting out a standard that 90% of criminal cases will be disposed of within specified thresholds, she said. "A number of courts in rural areas are already meeting or exceeding the 90% timelines standard [Waihi, Opotiki, Waipukurau, Ruatoria, Marton and Kaikoura] for criminal case disposal, while others are heading in the right direction, including Oamaru at 89%," she said. She said the improvements would ease pressure on court resources, allowing them to be allocated to cases that would improve timelines in the long term. "These are the kinds of improvements that matter to people, faster decisions mean less uncertainty and greater confidence in our justice system," Mrs McKee said.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Macomb County teen charged with armed robbery; assaulting mom after being released
The Brief A Macomb County teen arrested for breaking and entering posed a unique challenge due to a Personal Protection Order preventing his placement in the local Juvenile Justice Center. Prosecutor Pete Lucido sought and obtained a modified court order to house the teen at the center, despite the PPO, citing concerns for the teen's and public's safety after alleged assaults at home. The goal is to provide the juvenile with necessary counseling and help before he turns 18, facing potential adult charges and incarceration if efforts fail. MACOMB, Mich. (FOX 2) - The Macomb County Prosecutor had to take some unusual steps to take a teen into custody – and also hopefully get him some help he needs. Prosecutor Pete Lucido and law enforcement had a unique case last week after the juvenile was arrested for breaking and entering. Due to his age, he was supposed to head to a group home. But there was a problem. "So there was a Personal Protection Order, also known as a PPO, that was in place from one of the employees at the Juvenile Justice Center here in Macomb County to have no contact or be around an individual who's a juvenile," Lucido said. But the teen needed help. "Because the juvenile or the youth was a threat to himself and or others we had to make sure that we get him into the youth home," Lucido said. With the teen in need of help, but a legal order preventing him from going to the place that would help him, Lucido had a rare problem. "It's one in a zillion that this happens, but it happened in this case and do you follow the court order that says that there's supposed to be no contact or do you violate the court order? What's in the best interest for the juvenile? What's in the best interest for the public?" Lucido said. After being picked up for breaking and entering and with nowhere to go, the juvenile went home – where Lucido said things got worse. "It's alleged that there were assaults against the mother and the sister," he said. The juvenile was arrested again after allegedly committing another breaking and entering. So Lucido had to act fast. "In this case Wayne County had taken him for the night and the next day he was brought over to Macomb County and we worked it out by getting the judge to modify the order," Lucido said. Ultimately, he was allowed to be lodged at the justice center, which is uncommon but needed to be done. What's next The goal is to get the teen counseling and help before the juvenile turns 18. "If it doesn't succeed this time he's on or she's on her way to adult supervision and that also means incarceration," Lucido said. The teen is back in court next week for a hearing. Lucido said the juvenile could still be charged as an adult.
