Month: October 2025

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

The new Cranbourne Community Hospital is now open. Run by Monash Health, it delivers essential health services for people in Melbourne’s south-east suburbs.

Community hospitals are small public hospitals. They

• provide a range of health services
• let more people manage their health needs closer to home
• help take the pressure off major hospitals, helping patients across Victoria.

We’re opening community hospitals in some of our biggest growing suburbs. They’ve been designed so services can increase as the population grows.

Services from the old Cranbourne Integrated Care Centre are moving into the new, modern building. This includes dialysis, pharmacy, pathology, and adult mental health services. More services coming in the following weeks include:

• Aged care
• Child, youth and family services
• Early in life mental health services
• Dental, audiology and ophthalmology

If you live nearby, you will access the hospital services through a referral from your GP or healthcare provider.

Find out more about the community hospitals program on the Victorian Health Building Authority website

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police have arrested two men following a vehicle pursuit through Palmerston and Darwin’s northern suburbs in the early hours of this morning.

About 2:00am, officers were flagged down by a member of the public in Palmerston, who reported that 3 men in a Toyota Landcruiser were attempting to break into houses in the area.

Shortly after, about 2:17am, police located the vehicle and attempted a traffic apprehension, but the driver failed to stop.

A pursuit ensued along Kirkland Drive, continuing onto Tiger Brennan Drive and into Malak.

As the Landcruiser reached Kapok Court the occupants abandoned the vehicle after it caught alight. The three occupants fled the scene.

Officers from Palmerston, Darwin, Casuarina, and Strike Force Trident quickly established a cordon, with support from the Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service.

An 18-year-old man was located and arrested soon afterwards.  At the time of arrest he was found to be in possession of two large, edged weapons which were tucked into his pants.

He is expected to be charged with weapons and alcohol-related offences.

A 24-year-old man was also locating hiding nearby.  He has been released pending further inquiries.

Following further investigations Trident officers later attended a residence in Malak, where the 24-year-old driver was located and arrested.

He is expected to be charged with multiple traffic offences.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Investigation into serious motorcycle crash at Gagebrook

Saturday, 11 October 2025 – 11:37 am.

An 18-year-old man is in hospital following a serious motorcycle crash at Gagebrook on Friday night.
Police observed the man from a distance, riding a motorcycle along a concrete bike path adjacent to the East Derwent Highway, shortly after 10pm.
When police entered on to the bike track a short time later, they located the rider lying beside the track with serious injuries.
Initial investigations indicate the rider has crashed into a metal bollard in the centre of the track.
Police provided first-aid at the scene before the man was transferred by Ambulance Tasmania to the Royal Hobart Hospital for emergency treatment.
As is normal practice, a Professional Standards investigation will be conducted into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Police are calling for witnesses to the crash, or any person who observed a black Hyosung GT650 motorcycle being ridden in the Gagebrook and Brighton areas from about 9.45pm to around the time of the crash, to come forward.
Anyone with dash cam footage or information should contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers Tasmania on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au. Please quote OR 787213.

Source: New South Wales – News

About 2.30pm on Friday 10 October, police were called to Tantanoola Road at Tantanoola after reports a Mazda ute had crashed into a tree.

The driver and sole occupant, a 37-year-old man from Mount Gambier, sadly died in the crash.

Major Crash Investigators flew to the scene this evening to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Tantanoola Road was currently closed between Kongorong-Tantanoola Road and the Princes Highway but was reopened just after 10pm.

The man’s death is the 70^th life lost on SA roads this year.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested four youths in relation to property offending committed in Tennant Creek overnight.

Around 8pm, police received a report of an attempted unlawful entry at a residence on Paterson Street. It is alleged a group of youths attempted to enter the residence, subsequently damaging the front doors, and breaking a window after throwing a rock through it.

They fled the scene on foot.

Around 9:35pm, police were notified of three youths attempting to unlawfully enter a residence on Ambrose Street. The offenders allegedly smashed a window in an attempt to gain access to the house. The offenders fled upon police arrival.

Around 10:10pm, four youths allegedly caused extensive property damage at a licensed venue on the corner of Ambrose Street and Stuart Street. Police responded and arrested the four males aged 10, 11, 12 and 13-years-old.  The 10, 11 and 12-year-olds were dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act 2005.

The 13-year-old remains in police custody with charges expected to follow.

At this stage, police believe the incidents are linked and investigations are ongoing.

Superintendent Peter Dash said, “The recent property offending we have seen committed by youths is completely unacceptable.

“Two members from Strike Force Viper have deployed from Alice Springs this morning to bolster police resources and assist with investigations, and the community can be assured that we will identify and apprehend those involved.

“This offending and the increase in property offending by youth was also discussed at the Youth Engagement Targeted Intervention meeting this morning in Tennant Creek, with police and other youth agencies in attendance. Tennant Creek police will continue to deploy a range of overt and covert measures to apprehend these offenders.

“We would like to thank the community for their support and would urge them to continue to report crime to 131 444 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested four people and seized three kilograms of methamphetamine following an ongoing investigation into the interstate supply of illicit drugs into the Territory.

Around 12:30am on Thursday 9 October 2025, detectives from the Joint Organised Crime Task Force (JOCTF) and Gangs Task Force (GTF) supported by Australian Border Force officers executed a search warrant at Darwin Airport.

A 32-year-old female from Queensland was allegedly found in possession of two kilograms of methamphetamine concealed within her checked luggage and was arrested at the scene.

A 25-year-old male, who was allegedly waiting in the airport pick-up area to collect the woman, was arrested a short time later.

Detectives executed a further search warrant at a residence in Palmerston, where approximately 180 grams of cocaine, 28 grams of methamphetamine and items indicative of drug supply were seized. A 29-year-old male was arrested at the location.

All three alleged offenders have been charged with:

• Supplying a commercial quantity of a Schedule 1 dangerous drug
• Possession of tainted property relating to the seizure

And were remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court 10 October 2025.

These arrests follow an earlier arrest on 26 September 2025, when detectives conducted a lawful search of a property in Fannie Bay, where they located and seized one kilogram of methamphetamine linked to the same syndicate. A 20-year-old male was arrested and charged with Possession and Supplying a commercial quantity of a Schedule 1 dangerous drug.

He was remanded to appear in court on 26 November 2025.

Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Lawson said, “This operation should serve as a warning to anyone attempting to import dangerous drugs into the Territory.

“The three kilograms seized had a potential street value of around $3 million, money they attempted to make at the expense of vulnerable Territorians.

“These substances destroy lives and families, and we will continue to do everything we can to disrupt the flow into the community.”

AFP Detective acting Superintendent Mal Bickford said the arrest highlighted the AFP’s commitment to combatting drug trafficking.

“The AFP and our partners are committed to identifying those responsible for the importation of these illegal drugs and their intended distribution across Australian communities,” Detective acting Superintendent Bickford said.

“Criminal syndicates go to great lengths to conceal their activities, but that will never deter the AFP and its partners.”

ABF Acting Inspector Harrison Springfield said people attempting to smuggle illicit drugs across the border should be warned, you will be caught.

“Our intelligence-led operations and advanced technologies are continuously evolving to identify and disrupt drug trafficking networks at every stage.

“This seizure is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our officers and our ongoing commitment to staying ahead of criminal enterprises. We will continue to adapt and innovate to protect Australia’s borders and communities from the threat of illegal drugs.”

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is continuing to call for information in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Darwin City at approximately 9pm on Wednesday 10 September 2025 near Finnis and Mirambeena Streets.

Two adult males, known to each other, were involved in a physical altercation resulting in serious injuries. Both were transported to hospital by paramedics.

Police are urging anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage in the area at the time of the incident to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference number NTP2500090709.

Electronic evidence can be uploaded via the provided link or QR code. https://ntpol.au.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/ntp2500090709.

Source: New South Wales – News

About 2.30pm on Friday 10 October, police were called to Tantanoola Road at Tantanoola after reports a car had crashed into a tree.

Tantanoola Road is currently closed between Kongorong-Tantanoola Road and the Princes Highway. Please avoid the area.

Source: Mental Health Australia

A 40 km/h school zone outside Bathurst South Public School will be extended by 100 metres to boost safety for all students, parents and road users in the area.

Transport for NSW conducted a speed zone review on Leena Street, South Bathurst at the request of the school community who raised concerns about increased traffic in the area.

Transport for NSW Acting Executive Director Partnerships and Integration West Holly Davies said the review assessed a number of factors including location, crash history, road environment, the number of access points, road usage, traffic mix and traffic volumes, and recommended the existing reduced speed limit be extended on Leena Street.

“Leena Street is managed by Bathurst Regional Council and previously functioned as a no-through road providing access to Bathurst South Public School and a council-owned art collection facility,” Ms Davies said.

“Last year council completed construction that opened Leena Street as a connecting road running between Havannah Street and Panorama Avenue, leading to an increase in traffic as the road now carries not only school traffic but also general through traffic.

“Leena Street is particularly busy during school drop-off and pick-up times with many children seeking to cross the road in a 50 km/h zone, raising safety concerns.”

The speed zone review determined that the existing 40 km/h school zone that runs for 50 metres on Leena Street from the intersection with Havannah Street should be extended by 100 metres, for a total of 150 metres.

The change will come into effect on Tuesday 14 October with new signage to be installed to advise motorists.

“The change will add just a few seconds to trips on Leena Street, a small price to pay for improved road safety for all users,” Ms Davies said.

A speed zone review is a comprehensive process that includes site inspections, analysis of the current road environment and road condition, consideration of crash data and traffic volumes.

Members of the community can sign up here to receive the latest updates on speed limits changes in their nominated area, to propose a speed zone review in their area, and to have their say on speed limits.
 

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force and The Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service (NTFRS) responded to protest activity in Alice Springs yesterday.

Around 4:45am on Thursday morning, police were notified that protesters were blocking Hatt Road, south of Alice Springs. It is alleged up to thirty people were in attendance and had blocked road access to Pine Gap. Two of the protestors, aged 38 and 40, had locked themselves to 44-gallon drums filled with cement.

A number of vessels were also being used to block the road.

Members from the Territory Safety Division, Social Order, and general duties attended and were required to close the road to traffic for safety reasons.

NTFRS members utilised specialist equipment to safely remove the protestors from the drums, and they were arrested. Both were charged with Fail to cease to loiter and will appear in court on 13 November 2025.

Southern Commander James Gray-Spence said, “NT Police have always respected the right to protest lawfully.

“However, we do not support protest activities involving unlawful conduct including intentionally obstructing public roads that deprives the Alice Springs community of multiple police and fire crews who should be combatting domestic violence, property crime, and other emergencies.”