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Mother charged over kids' deaths in fire skips court
A mother has been charged with manslaughter following the tragic deaths of her two children in a Brisbane house fire. After failing to appear in court, a warrant is issued for her arrest. Family members express grief as a new hearing date is set.
Accused arsonist Phoenix Tims asks judge to vary his bail so he can jet off to Bali
Mr. Tims, an electrical apprentice, faces charges for a fire at a panel shop that killed two men. His lawyer, Nisha Patel, stated he will admit to lighting the fire, but there is a dispute over his recklessness level.
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