Month: November 2025

Source: Australian Capital Territory – State Government

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Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

Phase 2 of the Fair Fuel Plan has passed the Victorian Parliament.

This phase will introduce a daily fuel price cap to give Victorians clearer notice of fuel price changes.

The daily price cap sets the maximum amount fuel retailers can charge for fuel over a 24-hour period. During this time, retailers can lower their prices but cannot increase them.

The Victorian Government will confirm the start date of this new legislation soon. Fuel retailers will receive clear guidance and advance notice to help them prepare for the change.

For fuel retailers

In addition to existing obligations under Phase 1, Phase 2 will mean:

• you must set the next day’s maximum price (cap) between 8:30am and 2:00pm
• the cap will be published on Servo Saver by 4:00pm, giving motorists early visibility of the next day’s maximum price
• the cap will apply from 4:00am the next day and remain in place for 24 hours
• you can reduce prices during the day but not increase them.

If a retailer does not submit a cap, the previous day’s cap will automatically roll over.

Further instructions, timelines and support materials will be provided to the industry ahead of commencement.

For motorists

From 4:00pm each day, motorists will be able to see the next day’s maximum fuel price (cap) on Servo Saver. This will help you decide when and where to fill up.

Support for retailers

Source: New South Wales Ministerial News

The City of Greater Bendigo is providing an opportunity for residents to get their hands on some bargain priced 2025 Bloom Festival tulip bulbs at the City’s Visitor Centres in Bendigo from 9am this Wednesday November 19 and in Heathcote from Thursday November 20.

City of Greater Bendigo Sportsfields and Reserves Coordinator Tyrone Downie said this year the bulbs have already been removed from garden beds and will be available for sale at the City’s Visitor Centres in Bendigo and Heathcote.

“The tulip bulbs are priced at $7.50 per bag and there is a four-bag limit to ensure as many people as possible have an opportunity to purchase some bargain priced tulip bulbs this year,” Mr Downie said.

“There is a minimum of 20 bulbs of various colours in each bag making them excellent value for money.

“After digging up the bulbs, City staff stored them for a short time to allow the green stems to dry out and nutrients to be drawn down into the bulbs.

“This has allowed City staff to bag up the bulbs without the stems which is what most people prefer.

“We understand that some people will be disappointed about the decision not to hold the tulip dig this year. However, the tulip dig normally takes place on a weekday morning and many people cannot attend the event.

“This way more people will be able to obtain some bulbs at a time that suits them.”

Source: South Australia Police

The appeal comes as police from Water Operations Unit today finalise searching an area known as the Mutton Cove Conservation Reserve at Osborne as part of the ongoing investigation.

Rosemary, 33, and Melissa, 15, were last seen in Blair Athol at about 2.30am on Saturday 13 May 2000.

Rosemary’s handbag was discovered later that day in Stirling Street, Northfield. It was not handed into police until 23 May 2000 after a public appeal about the missing women.

Sadly, on Sunday 2 July 2000, Rosemary’s body was discovered in mangroves at Garden Island.

Melissa has never been found and is believed to have been murdered.

Major Crime Investigation Branch officer in charge Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke said detectives and the families of Rosemary and Mellissa were grateful for the volume of information that has been provided by the community in recent months in response to this investigation.

“However, police are aware of members of the public who have information who have not come forward or have not assisted police,’’ he said.

“This is the murder of a mother and her 15-year-old daughter.  The remains of Melissa have not been found.  Put yourselves in the shoes of the family of Rosemary and Melissa – they want answers about what happened to their loved ones and to recover Melissa’s remains.

“If you have information, no matter how small, I implore you to contact Crime Stoppers.  Your information may be the missing piece of the puzzle that leads to the family getting the answers they deserve.’’

Det. Supt Fielke said investigations have resulted in detectives identifying several suspects and the searching of two homes connected with one of those suspects.

“Investigators believe more than one person was involved in the murders and the disposal of Rosemary and Melissa’s bodies,’’ he said.

“To those who played a minor role, or who may have found themselves in a situation they couldn’t remove themselves from – now is the time to come forward and tell your story.’’

A number of items of interest have been seized during the investigation, including a knife which has been submitted for DNA testing to determine whether the knife has been used in the murders.

Two vehicles of interest have been identified.  The first is a two-toned brown and fawn coloured 1978 Holden VB Commodore sedan, registration SJG115.  The vehicle was sprayed black sometime around the time of the disappearance of Rosemary and Melissa but before it was sold to another person and eventually disposed of.

The second vehicle is a blue Ford XD Falcon, registration UAK318.  That vehicle was seen by witnesses in the Osborne area in the days after the disappearance, but before the discovery of Rosemary’s body at Garden Island.

Anyone who knows the current whereabouts of these vehicles or knows who may have taken possession of the vehicle after May 2000 is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.

Investigators have established that a submerged vehicle found at Garden Island and bones found at Osborne are not related to this investigation.

Up to $1,000,000 will be paid to anyone who provides information and assistance that leads to the conviction of the person or persons responsible for the suspected murder of Melissa Trussell (Brown) (and/or leading to the location and recovery of her remains).

Up to $200,000 will be paid to anyone who provides information and assistance that leads to the conviction of the person or persons responsible for the suspected murder of Rosemary Brown.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force hold concerns for the welfare for 45-year-old Susan, who was last seen yesterday afternoon in Palmerston.

Susan was last seen wearing pink singlet and denim shorts after leaving a residence on McGuire Circuit, Moulden, at 5pm yesterday.

A missing person’s report has been filed with police.

Members of Susan’s family and police hold concerns for her welfare and are seeking the public’s assistance.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP2500114278.

Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture

17 November 2025

Who does this notice affect?

Approved arrangements operators who will be required to view and/or update details of their Approved Arrangement via the Approved Arrangement Management Product (AAMP).

All clients required to use the department’s Biosecurity Import Conditions System (BICON) during this planned maintenance period.

All clients submitting the below declarations:

• Full Import Declaration (FID)
• Long Form Self Assessed…

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

From left, National Medal recipients Josh Fanning, Marc Ampt, Shane Carter and Kate Wills, with brigade life members Michael Ziersch and Graham Hill.

Horsham Fire Brigade proudly celebrated 150 years of service over the weekend, marking the milestone with a community open day and members’ dinner.

Submitted by	CFA Media

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to an attempted robbery that occurred in Alice Springs on Saturday.

Around 11:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received a report that a man aged in his 90s had been assaulted at his residence in Sadadeen.

It is alleged a female youth approached the victim on his front porch and demanded he hand over money, before pushing him to the ground when he refused. The offender tried to gain access to the residence but was deterred by the victim’s wife and fled the scene on foot.

The victim suffered minor injuries and was conveyed to Alice Springs Hospital by St John Ambulance for treatment.

The offender remains outstanding, and investigations are ongoing.

Senior Sergeant Glenn Bolger said, “This is disgusting behaviour.

“Attacking the most vulnerable people of our community is disgraceful and police are working tirelessly to identify and locate the offender involved.

“If you are victim of crime, please call police immediately on 131 444, or in emergency dial 000.”

Police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25308607. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 42-year-old male in relation to an alleged armed person incident that occurred in Alice Springs earlier today.

Around 8am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received a report that a male armed with an edged weapon was threatening people in the Alice Springs CBD.

It is alleged at one point the offender chased two people along Parsons Street, forcing them to seek shelter in a café.

With the assistance of CCTV operators, general duties members tracked the offender and arrested him on Stuart Terrace without incident. He remains in police custody.

Police are wishing to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident, including the two people who were allegedly chased by the offender. They are urged to contact police on 131 444 or attend the Alice Springs Police Station. Please quote reference P25310261.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested four prisoners who absconded from a Tennant Creek work camp over the weekend.

Around 3:30am on Saturday, police received a report that four men had absconded from the low security correctional work camp with the assistance of another man who was known to them.

The man allegedly drove them from a nearby location in a vehicle along with supplying them a change of clothes and assisting them in removing their electronic monitoring devices.

Tennant Creek Police investigators deployed to the area and by 8:20am on Saturday, all correctional prisoners were re-arrested in Tennant Creek without incident, including the man who assisted them.

All four prisoners have been charged with Escape Lawful Custody and Damage to property.

The 23-year-old man who assisted them has been charged with:

• 4 x Aid another to escape custody
• 1 x Drive with prohibited drug in body
• 1 x Driving MV without consent
• 1 x Drive a MV while unlicensed

He was bailed to appear in Tennant Creek Local Court on 13 January 2026.

Superintendent Peter Dash said, “These arrests were the result of the seamless collaboration between policing units who were able to quickly track and re-arrest these prisoners before they attempted to leave the Territory.”