David Cao charged with attempted murder in French chateau

David Cao, a former Westpac executive working at ING, was arrested in France and charged with attempted murder after allegedly attacking his Sydney partner Callum Forbes.

Why it mattersDomestic violence can escalate to serious injury or death. The case shows how violence during a relationship can intensify and turn critical, even during what seemed a leisure trip.

AustraliaThis involves two Australians abroad and raises concerns about safety for domestic violence victims travelling overseas.

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Victoria's car thefts and break-ins surge far past every other state

Victoria's home break-ins nearly doubled NSW and Queensland combined, while Melbourne topped all other capitals in car thefts.

Why it mattersRising property crime drives up insurance premiums for all Victorians and signals a public safety problem the police alone cannot fix.