Month: November 2025

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

The Fire Danger Period will commence at 1am Monday, 17 November 2025 for the following municipalities.

Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture

10 November 2025

Who does this notice affect?

All importers of plants, cats and/or dogs who will be required to use the Post Entry Biosecurity System during this planned maintenance period.

Information

Due to scheduled infrastructure maintenance, the Post Entry Biosecurity System (PEBS) will be unavailable between Thursday 13 November 23:00 to 01:00 Friday 14 November 2025 (AEDT).

Action

Clients are advised to await the completion of this maintenance…

Source: Tasmania Police

Drugs seized during search in North-West

Monday, 10 November 2025 – 1:15 pm.

Two people from Smithton have been charged with a range of drugs offences after police seized a quantity of methamphetamine during a search in the North-West on Sunday.
Police estimate the seizure equates to removing about 600 potential street deals from the community.
The arrests were made about 4.15am on Sunday after police on mobile patrol in the Wynyard area intercepted a vehicle on the Bass Highway, near Deep Creek Road.
A 58-year-old man has been charged with:
• Trafficking in controlled substance. (minor offence)• Selling controlled drug (minor offence)• Selling controlled plan or its products (minor offence)• Using a controlled drug• Using a controlled plant or its products• Possess prohibited import
A 43-year-old woman has been charged with:
• Selling controlled plant or its products• Possess a controlled drug• Use a controlled drug• Possess thing used for the administration of controlled drug• Unlawfully possess dangerous article in a public street• Possess prohibited import.
Police place a priority on reducing the production and distribution of illicit drugs in the community.
If you have information about illicit drugs, contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or online at crimstopperstas.com.au

Source: Tasmania Police

Joint Operation Reinforces Responsible Alcohol Culture Ahead of Summer

Monday, 10 November 2025 – 12:38 pm.

As Tasmania heads into the summer season, Tasmania Police and the Liquor and Gaming Branch have partnered in a joint operation to support responsible alcohol practices and ensure licensed venues maintain safe environments for patrons.
The coordinated effort that was conducted over the weekend focused on compliance with liquor licensing laws and promoting a strong culture of responsible alcohol service and consumption across key entertainment precincts.
Inspector John Toohey of Tasmania Police said the operation was part of a broader strategy to enhance community safety during the warmer months and is about protecting the wellbeing of our community while supporting a vibrant hospitality industry.
“With summer approaching, it’s vital that licensed premises and patrons are upholding a responsible alcohol culture.
“Officers visited multiple venues, engaging with licensees, staff, and patrons to reinforce best practices in alcohol service and highlight the importance of creating safe and enjoyable social spaces. 
“No infringements were issued, with venues demonstrating a high level of compliance.
“The results are a strong reflection of the commitment from venue operators to responsible service.
“The joint operation underscores the importance of collaboration between regulatory bodies and law enforcement in promoting public safety and responsible behaviour,” said Inspector Toohey.
Further operations are planned throughout the summer period, with a continued focus on education, compliance, and community engagement.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Police have arrested a 41-year-old female in relation to a domestic violence incident in Humpty Doo early this morning.

Around 12:45am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that an adult male had allegedly been stabbed by his female ex-partner.

It is alleged that the female assaulted the victim with an edged weapon, resulting in a significant laceration to his forearm.

Police and St John Ambulance attended, and the victim was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital.

The 41-year-old female was arrested at the scene. She remains in police custody with charges expected to follow.

Police urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25302876. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

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: Australian Capital Territory Policing

The Inquiry into Women’s Pain found that intrauterine device (IUD) procedures often cause serious pain for many women and girls.

In response, Victoria’s network of 20 Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Hubs will soon offer the green whistle (Penthrox) as a pain relief option for IUD procedures.

IUDs are small contraceptive devices that are inserted into the uterus (womb) to prevent pregnancy. They are among the most effective methods of contraception and can stay in place for 5 to 10 years, depending on the type.

Women and girls responding the the Inquiry into Women’s Pain shared experiences of inadequate pain relief during health procedures such as IUD insertions. One Inquiry into Women’s Pain survey respondent shared the following:

“I experienced significant pain during the IUD insertion process. In this procedure, I was instructed to take Ibuprofen but was offered no further pain relief despite having a difficult and prolonged insertion experience due to the size of my cervix. I strongly support the use of the green whistle for people undertaking this procedure.”

This initiative aims to provide better pain management options to make these procedures more comfortable and accessible.

To support the rollout, expanded clinical best practice guidance will be provided to the Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Hubs.

What is the green whistle?

The green whistle (Penthrox) is a handheld, self-administered inhaler containing the pain-relieving drug methoxyflurane, marketed as Penthrox. It is designed to be self-administered by the patient, but always under the guidance and supervision of a healthcare professional.

It is a fast-acting pain relief option that is commonly used by paramedics, sports clubs, surf lifesavers and other healthcare professionals.

Piloted at Peninsula Health

The Peninsula Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Hub, operated by Peninsula Health, has been using the green whistle for IUD procedures as part of a pilot program for the past few years. It has been successfully implemented, providing valuable insights and demonstrating its potential to improve patient comfort and care.

Read more about the Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Hubs on the Better Health Channel.

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

Consumer Affairs Victoria has accepted an enforceable undertaking from a West Melbourne estate agency which admitted to breaching Victoria’s renting laws by advertising a rental property without a fixed price.  

As part of the agreement, CAN Estate Agents Pty Ltd (ACN: 602 104 361) must pay a $2,035 penalty and implement strict compliance measures to prevent future breaches.  

Under Victoria’s renting laws, all rental properties must be advertised with a fixed price.  

To strengthen compliance across the industry, Consumer Affairs Victoria’s Renting taskforce has partnered with major online property platforms realestate.com.au and domain.com.au.  

Agents and rental providers can no longer advertise rental properties without a fixed price on these platforms.  

These measures ensure greater transparency and fairness in the state’s rental market and help protect renters from misleading practices. 

Find more information about rental bidding.

Source: Mental Health Australia

Important upgrade work is set to begin on Yarrangobilly Caves Road next week to improve the safety, resilience and reliability of the popular tourist route. 

Transport for NSW will carry out work to replace an aging drainpipe at Rules Creek with a stronger, more flood-resistant structure which will protect access to the area. 

Transport for NSW Executive Director Partnerships and Integration South, Cassandra Ffrench, said work will include excavating 20 metres of existing pipe, building a large concrete tunnel, or box culvert to sit beneath the road and carry away stormwater, installing erosion protection to safeguard the area from water damage, as well as widening a tight bend near the creek. 

“The new structure will allow water to flow more freely during storms and wet weather, reducing the risk of unplanned road closures, with the new wider bend improving safety,” she said. 

“Yarrangobilly Caves Road is a gateway to one of the Snowy Mountains’ most popular attractions, a highlight of the northern Kosciuszko National Park, and can see up to 300 vehicles per day over the summer period.” 

The NSW Government is investing over $1 million for the upgrades which will begin 11 November and continue to mid-March 2026. 

Work will be carried out on weekdays between 7am and 6pm, from Tuesday 11 November for up to four months, weather permitting. 

Access to the caves and the thermal pool will remain open throughout work. 

To allow workers safe access to the worksite, the direction of travel into and out of the Yarrangobilly Caves precinct will be temporarily reversed. This change will allow visitors to access cave tours and facilities without passing through the work site. 

Tour buses will be guided through the area under the direction of traffic control. 

Motorists are reminded to drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control. 

Visitors are encouraged to check Live Traffic at livetraffic.com/incident-details/253177 to help plan their journeys.

Source: South Australia Police

It will be alleged that on Sunday 9 November, police stopped a white Isuzu station wagon with Victorian registration 2CT2AV on the Eyre Highway at Merghiny.

Police had received information that the vehicle had been involved in fraud offences, with the driver allegedly stopping other motorists claiming he needed cash for fuel, with the man willing to trade gold jewellery in exchange for money.

Police had previously received reports of similar offences occurring in Snowtown, Cowell and Streaky Bay during the past few days.

A 32-year-old Romanian national was arrested for deception and unlawful possession offences. It is believed he travelled to South Australia from New South Wales.

His vehicle and a large amount of cash was seized by police.

He was refused bail and will appear in the Ceduna Magistrates Court today.

Investigations are ongoing and police encourage anyone who may have been approached by persons claiming they needed cash for petrol, willing to swap jewellery for cash to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

SAPOL are warning the public to exercise caution in relation to ‘scam’ type offences involving offers of gold jewellery as collateral for cash loans.

A second vehicle, namely a silver Ford Everest station wagon with Victorian registration 2BF4AR, was involved in a scam at Cowell on Saturday 8 November.

The suspects on that occasions were described as a man and woman of Mediterranean or Middle Eastern appearance with the woman being heavily pregnant.

Any sightings of the vehicle or persons matching this description are to be reported via the Police Assistance Line immediately on 131444.

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Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory