Month: October 2025

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Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 6 Oct 2025

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has contained the bushfire in Gheebulum Kungugai (Moreton Island) National Park thanks to the collaborative efforts of Queensland Fire Department (QFD), Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) and other agencies.

The bushfire has impacted approximately 2,300 hectares on the northern side of Moreton Island.

It is currently believed that a campfire within the active fire ban zone sparked the blaze.

QPWS has engaged a fire investigator to determine the cause of the bushfire. Investigations are ongoing with support from QFD and Queensland Police Service (QPS).

A fire ban continues to be active in protected areas within Moreton Bay until 11:59pm on Tuesday 7 October 2025.

To ensure public safety, campers in affected areas were relocated to the western side of the island, and parts of the national park remain temporarily closed until further notice:

• Telegraph and Tempest Track
• Eagers and Midnight Track

Blue Lagoon Road was reopened yesterday after an assessment. A warning is in place for north of Middle Road, including Cowan Cowan, Bulwer and Blue Lagoon.

QPWS and QFD will continue to reinforce control lines and response efforts.

Residents impacted by smoke should take precautions and keep any medication nearby. Motorists should use caution and drive to conditions.

It is important to stay alert, follow any directions from QPWS rangers and never enter closed areas.

If you are planning to visit a national park or state forest this bushfire risk period, stay up to date with park, fire and weather conditions by visiting park alerts.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 5 Oct 2025

Cape Palmerston National Park will reopen tomorrow 6 October 2025 at 7:00am. Any camping bookings will also be reactivated at this time.

The national park was closed when a bushfire entered the Ilbilbie section on Friday 3 October 2025.

The fire was contained thanks to the collaborative efforts of Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ) and private landholders.

QPWS rangers will continue to patrol the park to ensure public safety. It is important to stay alert, follow any directions from rangers and never enter closed areas.

If you are planning to visit a national park or state forest this bushfire risk period, stay up to date with park, fire and weather conditions by visiting park alerts.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 4 Oct 2025

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is responding to a bushfire in Gheebulum Kunungai (Moreton Island) National Park, with assistance from Queensland Fire Department (QFD).

To ensure public safety, the following areas of the national park are temporarily closed until further notice:

• Telegraph and Tempest Track
• Eagers and Midnight Track
• Blue Lagoon Road

Campers in affected areas have been evacuated.

Smoke may affect residents and motorists in the area. Residents should close their doors and windows and keep medication close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should use caution and drive to conditions.

If you believe your property is under threat, you should call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Keep up to date on current conditions and closures by visiting Park alerts. If you are planning to visit a national park or state forest this bushfire risk period, stay up to date with park, fire and weather conditions. Obey all signage and directions from authorities and never enter closed areas.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information to help locate two male prisoners who escaped from the Department of Corrections’ Datjala Work Camp this evening.

At 6:40pm, Police were contacted and informed that two male prisoners had escaped the work camp about 6:10pm.

Both prisoners are Aboriginal males who are 23 and 24-years-old respectively.

The 23-year-old is described as being about 165cm tall with a large build and short, brown hair.

The second escapee is described as 170cm tall with a medium build and short, black hair.

Both prisoners were last seen wearing yellow t-shirts and blue or khaki shorts.

People should not approach the men if they see them, instead Police urge anyone with information on their whereabouts to contact them on 131 444 and quote reference number P25268514.

You may also report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Mental Health Australia

Passengers in the Blue Mountains and Central West are advised of timetable adjustments to some intercity train services, including Bathurst Bullet services, taking effect from Sunday 19 October 2025.

Transport for NSW continually aims to improve customer experience and the reliability of train services for passengers.

The timing adjustments from October 19 are being introduced as part of a regular review of train services to improve services for passengers.

Adjustments have been made to the arrival and departure times of some Bathurst Bullet intercity services along the Blue Mountains Line. These changes will align the Wednesday timings with other weekdays.

As part of this new timetable, there are no changes to the number of services running to the Blue Mountains and central west.

The people of the Central West and Blue Mountains are advised to familiarise themselves with the changes ahead of their introduction and to always check Transport’s Trip Planner and journey planning apps for the most up-to-date information on services.

The Wednesday 3:52pm service from Central to Bathurst will depart earlier at the following stations and times:

• Central 3:00pm instead of 3:52pm
• Parramatta at 3:23pm instead of 4:18pm
• Westmead at 3:25pm instead of 4:20pm
• Penrith at 3:46pm instead of 4:41pm
• Springwood at 4:09pm instead of 5:04pm
• Katoomba at 4:42pm instead of 5:37pm
• Mount Victoria at 4:58pm instead of 5:53pm
• Lithgow at 5:26pm instead of 6:21pm
• Rydal at 5:45pm instead of 6:51pm
• Tarana at 6:16pm instead of 7:07pm
• Bathurst arrival at 6:49pm instead of 7:40pm

The Wednesday 7:40am service from Bathurst to Central will depart earlier at the following stations and times:

• Springwood at 10:04am instead of 10:18am
• Penrith at 10:29am instead of 10:46am
• Westmead at 10:51am instead of 11:19am
• Parramatta at 10:55am instead of 11:23am
• Central arrival at 11:20am instead of 11:52am.

In addition, to the Bathurst Bullet changes the weekday 7:24pm service from Lithgow to Central will depart one minute later at Valley Heights and Warrimoo, check Trip Planner for updates.   

The Wednesday 8:26pm service from Bathurst to Lithgow will depart at earlier times at the following stations:

• Bathurst at 7:22pm instead of 8:26pm
• Tarana 7:53pm instead of 8:57pm
• Rydal 8:10pm instead of 9:14pm
• Lithgow arrival at 8:29pm instead of 9:33pm.

Also, the weekday 6:00am service from Lithgow to Bathurst will depart earlier at the following stations:

• Lithgow at 5:36am instead of 6:00am
• Rydal at 5:55am instead of 6:19am
• Tarana at 6:11am instead of 6:47am
• Bathurst arrival at 6.44am instead of 7:20am. 

In addition, there will be some timing adjustments to the coach service that connects the evening Bathurst Bullet Intercity service to Orange. These changes will see these connecting coach services operating at the same times seven days a week.

• The new times for the Wednesday connecting coaches are:
• Departing Bathurst at 7:10pm instead of 8:00pm
• Departing Lucknow at 7:50pm instead of 8:40pm
• Arriving at Orange at 8:00pm instead of 8:50pm

The new times for the Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays connecting coaches are:

• Departing Bathurst 7:10pm instead of 7:00pm
• Departing Lucknow 7:50pm instead of 7:40pm
• Arriving at Orange 8:00pm instead of 7:50pm

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Drink driver caught following crash at Ulverstone

Tuesday, 7 October 2025 – 3:13 pm.

A 40-year-old Ulverstone man has been charged with drink driving offences following a crash at Ulverstone on Sunday evening (5 October).
Acting Inspector Russell Judges said police were called to the scene on Lovett Street about 7.45pm, following reports a car had crashed into a parked car.
“The driver returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.261 – more than five times the legal limit,” he said.
“He was immediately disqualified from driving and will appear in the Devonport Magistrates Court at a later date.
“Given the extremely high reading it is incredibly lucky no one was injured in this incident.
“Alcohol and driving don’t mix. One reckless choice can change lives forever.”
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving or suspects someone may be driving under the influence is urged to contact police on 131 444, or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.

Source: New South Wales – News

As mentioned on Friday, the search for 4-year-old Gus Lamont was scaled back following medical experts advice that there was little hope for us to find Gus alive.

Despite that, SAPOL continued the search for three more days with a significant search presence until Friday afternoon. The investigation is now being managed by Missing Persons Section, which is part of Major Crime Investigation Branch, and that’s where all long-term cases such as this are managed and investigated.

In addition to the search activity, there has been concurrent inquiries undertaken, which are continuing. Police are actively looking to rule out every investigation opportunity and will search the property when any potential evidence that could be connected to Gus is identified.

On Monday 6 October, a significant search was conducted after a small footprint was located around a dam about 5.5 kilometres west of the Homestead. The search involved numerous resources, including STAR, PolAir and a tracker. The footprint was subsequently found not to be related to Gus. (Note: This is not connected to the footprint discovered by searchers last week.)

On Friday and Saturday night, a significant aerial search of the property was conducted using a special drone with infrared capabilities. This is the same technology that was used in Port Lincoln for the remains of Julian Story. It’s quite complex technology, so the results will take some time to work through, but police will investigate any findings through further searches.

We will never give up hope of finding Gus. There are further lines of enquiry being undertaken and the family have continued to cooperate with fully with police.

We still have a public appeal for anyone who has any information about Gus or any concerns, but we will be continuing this investigation and highlight that you may see some other activity up there from time to time, for example, when the results of this search by the drone have been completed.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has charged a 32-year-old male in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred yesterday morning in Alice Springs.

The 32-year-old has been charged with:

• 2x Recklessly Endangering Serious Harm
• 1x Aggravated Assault
• 1x Breach DVO
• 1x Breach of Suspended Sentence 
• 1x Damage to Property
• 1x Drive Vehicle in a Manner Dangerous
• 1x Drive Vehicle Under Influence Alcohol
• 1x Fail to Comply with Breath Test Request
• 1x Fail to Report a Crash
• 1x Not Stop After Crash
• 1x Drive Motor Vehicle Unlicenced
• 1x Unrestrained Child Under 16 in Front Seat

He was remanded in custody to appear in Alice Springs Local Court today.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Police have received several reports of counterfeit money circulating in Alice Springs.

On Tuesday 30 September 2025, police located and seized over $4,000 in counterfeit notes.

If you encounter a counterfeit note, remember to Note It, Store It and Report It. Note the details of how you got the note, store it in an envelope, and report it to your local police station. At no time should you put yourself in danger.

Notes that include the phrase ‘PROPS’ or ‘COPY’ are still counterfeit, and it is a crime to possess or use a counterfeit banknote.

This matter is still under investigation.

Detective Superintendent Deanne Ward said, “We urge the community to exercise caution when handling cash and to contact the police on 131 444 if they notice anything unusual or have any concerns.”