Month: August 2025

Source: New South Wales – News

The estimated crowds of 15,000 people were generally well-behaved, however, there were three arrests.

Two men, both aged 32, from Andrews Farm and Salisbury East, were arrested on East Terrace for wearing articles of disguise and fail to state personal details.

A 23-year-old Christie Downs man was arrested at Peace Park for assault police.

All three men were bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 20 October.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Police respond to protest activity in Hobart

Sunday, 31 August 2025 – 2:35 pm.

Tasmania Police were present at a planned protest in Salamanca today to ensure public safety and maintain order as two opposing groups came together in the area.
Police enforced separation between the groups throughout the event, and the Public Order Management Team (POMT) was deployed as a precautionary measure to assist with crowd management.
The majority of attendees behaved lawfully, and no arrests were made.
Tasmania Police acknowledges and respects the democratic right of individuals to protest. However, when a protest or demonstration has the potential to impact public safety, police have a duty to take appropriate action to protect the community.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information after a stolen motor vehicle rammed a police vehicle early this morning in Darwin.

Around 4:35am, Strike Force Trident members travelling in an unmarked police vehicle observed a previously reported stolen Toyota Land Cruiser driving in Woolner.

The Trident members attempted a traffic apprehension, however the stolen vehicle failed to stop and a pursuit commenced. As the Land Cruiser entered Sadgroves Cresent in Winnellie, the offenders suddenly reversed and rammed into the police vehicle, causing damage to its front.

Neither police member was injured as a result of the collision.

The stolen motor vehicle fled the scene and remains outstanding.

Detective Senior Sergeant Darren Burns said, “This is abhorrent behaviour.

“It is disgraceful that our frontline workers have been targeted while executing their duty to serve and protect the community.

“There are no excuses for the actions of the offenders involved and Strike Force Trident will work tirelessly to ensure they have their day in court.”

Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25231149. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: New South Wales – News

Police were called to an address at Lower Light about 10.45pm on Friday 29 August by reports of a disturbance between two groups of people.

It will be alleged a 17-year-old boy was stabbed during the altercation.  He was driven from the scene and flagged down the police patrol responding to the incident on the Port Wakefield Highway, near Mallala Road.

The teen sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital by ambulance.  His condition is not believed to be life-threatening.

A 23-year-old Lower Light man was arrested and charged with aggravated assault cause harm.  He was bailed to appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on 10 October.

Police wish to reassure the local community that this was not a random incident and the people involved are known to each other.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation can provide it anonymously to police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

Source: New South Wales – News

Emergency services responded when a car collided with a bus stop, tree and Stobie pole on Cross Keys Road, Salisbury just after 2am on Saturday 30 August.

Cross Keys Road remains closed to traffic in both directions this morning between Frost Road and Park Terrace at Salisbury while Major Crash investigators examine the scene.

SA Power Networks also attended to repair the Stobie pole.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a fatal crash that occurred near Yuendumu earlier today.

Around 11:15am, police received a report of a single vehicle rollover involving a blue Nissan Pulsar about 15km outside of Yuendumu on Yuelamu Road.

Emergency services responded, and the 52-year-old male driver was declared deceased at the scene. He is believed to have been the sole occupant of the vehicle.

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25230247.

The lives lost on Territory roads now stands at 28.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to a disturbance that occurred in Alice Springs on Tuesday.

Around 2:30pm on 26 August, police received a report of a disturbance at a supermarket on Flynn Drive.

A man aged in his 30s was initially arrested but subsequently released on 27 August pending further investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote NTP2500085561. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Mental Health Australia

A powerful display featuring 820 pairs of shoes – each representing a life lost on Australia’s rural roads in 2024 – forms the centrepiece for the launch of this year’s Rural Road Safety Month.

Held at Grafton’s Market Square on Friday 29 August, the launch also featured displays by the SES, NSW Police, NSW Fire Service and Rural Fire Service

Transport for NSW Senior Manager Community and Place Partner for North Coast Brad Crispin said the road safety message is as important as ever. 

“The theme of Rural Road Safety Month 2025 is Step Up for Road Safety,” Mr Crispin said.

“We want to encourage all members of the community to step up and do their bit for road safety, both through their behaviour on the roads but also by talking to their friends and family and sharing road safety messages and urging them to step up too. 

“While country residents make up about one third of the state’s population, more than two-thirds of the lives lost on NSW roads happen on regional roads.

“The disproportionate death rate is in spite of improvements in vehicle safety technology, road upgrades and consistent messaging to slow down, take regular breaks and drive to the conditions.

“Fatalities on NSW country roads where the speed limit is 80 km/h and above rose by more than 12 per cent in 2024 compared to 2023, with fatigue a key factor.

“Every death is one too many – this was an additional 15 lives lost in just 12 months.

“Today’s event is an open invitation to the Clarence Valley community to join us to reflect on key safety messages and work collaboratively to reduce the road toll.

“This year’s theme is ‘Step Up for Rural Road Safety’ and will feature a display of 820 pairs of shoes, each pair representing a life lost on Australia’s rural roads in 2024. 

“This is intended to serve as a confronting reminder of the human cost behind the rural road statistics and as a reminder that road safety is everyone’s responsibility.”

Rural Road Safety Month is an initiative of the Australian Road Safety Foundation and is supported by Transport for NSW.

Mr Crispin said there are lots of ways to get involved.

“We’d love as many local businesses, schools, community groups and individuals as possible to join us to help reduce road trauma in Grafton by hosting, sharing, or taking part in a ‘Step Up for Road Safety’ event during September,” Mr Crispin said. 

“Whatever you’d like to do – hosting a morning tea or sharing safety tips with family and friends – anything that gets the message out there can make the difference.

“Encourage people to visit the display as well – it’s a striking visual representation of the loss of life that will really hit home.”

Further information on Rural Road Safety Month is available via the following link – Rural Road Safety Month | Australian Road Safety Foundation.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Police and retailers join forces against crime

Friday, 29 August 2025 – 3:24 pm.

Sixteen people have been arrested and a quantity of stolen property recovered as part of a two-day operation by Tasmania Police targeting retail crime.
Retailers operating in Sandy Bay, Hobart, North Hobart and New Town took part in the blitz on Wednesday and Thursday, which involved officers from Tasmania Police Hobart division, members of Taskforce Saturate and covert security managed by the retailers.
Meat, groceries, alcohol, clothing and household items were allegedly stolen from retailers, with the ages of the accused ranging from a 14-year-old boy to a 64-year-old woman.
Tasmania Police Hobart Inspector John Toohey said several arrests involved recidivist offenders.
Inspector Toohey said the operation showed the benefit of retailers, the community and law enforcement working together toward the shared goal of creating a safe environment.
Among those charged were:
• 33-year-old woman, charged with assault, destroy property, bail offences;
• 15-year-old girl, charged with stealing, four counts of trespass, resist police, assault a police officer, threaten a police officer;
• 16-year-old boy charged with two counts stealing and burglary;
• 14-year-old boy, charged with state false name, attempted burglary, two counts of stealing and destroying property;
• 21-year-old man, charged with stealing, state false name and unlawfully possess a dangerous article in a public place;
• 18-year-old man, charged with two counts of stealing, trespass and secrete within the curtilage of a dwelling/house;
• 64-year-old woman, who faces a summons in relation to stealing.
Other alleged offenders will be dealt with by summons or youth caution
Anyone with information regarding suspected criminal activity should report it to police on 131 444 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 00 or at crimestopperstas.com.au

Hobart Inspector John Toohey, right, with Tasmania Police constables on the beat at Sandy Bay during the retail crime blitz. (Picture: Tasmania Police)