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What happens next in court case for Helen Haines's accused attacker?

Brendan Nugent, accused of attacking Indi MP Helen Haines, was remanded in custody after his first court appearance in Wangaratta. Police have been ordered to serve their brief of evidence on the defence by Christmas Eve. He faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury and causing harm to a Commonwealth public official. Police said a charge of attempted murder is being considered. A committal mention hearing is scheduled for February 4, 2027.

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Man to face trial over alleged attack on woman after beach dog dispute

A man accused of seriously assaulting a woman on a Sunshine Coast beach will stand trial. Police allege Thomas Keys, 30, caused grievous bodily harm to Kathy McKenzie, 60, at Peregian Beach in April 2025. The alleged attack followed a dispute over Mr Keys's dog running off-leash on a dog-free beach. Ms McKenzie suffered a spinal fracture, a brain bleed and five broken ribs, among other injuries. A magistrate found the evidence sufficient to proceed. Mr Keys will face trial at the Maroochydore District Court at a date yet to be set.

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Threats alleged in fake union mediator extortion plot

A construction executive has told a committal hearing that he and his family were threatened in a multi-million-dollar extortion plot. He said Amir Teymoori, 46, made the threats at a Melbourne cafe meeting. Teymoori and three other men are charged over an alleged $6.6 million extortion of a construction company in October 2025. The men allegedly posed as mediators between the company and union officials, then sent an invoice for $6.6 million. Teymoori's lawyer suggested the threats were aimed at arranging a meeting with the boss, but the witness said there was no ambiguity. The hearing continues on Wednesday.

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