Month: November 2025

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 3 November 2025 12:49pm

Original publication: Monday, 3 November 2025 12:49pm

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Sunday, 2 November 2025 9:30am

Original publication: Sunday, 2 November 2025 9:30am

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Saturday, 1 November 2025 8:57am

Original publication: Saturday, 1 November 2025 8:35am

Source: Australia Government Statements 2

The Australian Government will provide an additional $10 million in humanitarian assistance to support civilians in Sudan, where the world’s largest humanitarian and displacement crisis is taking place.

More than 30 million people are in need of urgent support due to the ongoing conflict. This includes approximately 11 million people who are internally displaced, and another three million people who have fled to neighbouring countries.

Australia’s assistance will be directed through United Nations and NGO partners. It will provide food, clean water and shelter, and support to victim survivors of gender-based violence.

Australia welcomes the release of US$20 million from the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to respond to urgent humanitarian needs in Sudan. Australia is a longstanding donor to the CERF, contributing $11 million each year.

Australia has now provided over $60 million to the crisis in Sudan since 2023, with a particular focus on women and girls.

Quotes attributable to Foreign Minister Penny Wong:

“Australia is horrified by reports of mass killings, sexual violence and deliberate attacks on civilians in El Fasher, Sudan.

“We condemn the atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces and call for an immediate end to the violence and unhindered humanitarian access, including Australia’s additional support announced today.

“We will continue to work with partners to help the people of Sudan, particularly women and girls, to access food, nutrition, clean water and shelter.

“All parties must uphold their obligations to protect civilians and respect international law.”

Quotes attributable to International Development Minister Anne Aly:

“We are appalled by the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Sudan, including the credible reports of indiscriminate violence against unarmed civilians in El Fasher.

“Australia continues to call for the protection of civilians and humanitarian personnel, consistent with international law.

“The suffering in Sudan is catastrophic. Australia’s humanitarian assistance will help deliver lifesaving support to the people most in need.
“We know the atrocities unfolding in Sudan are having a profound impact on the Sudanese community in Australia. We continue to call for immediate and permanent cessation of hostilities and an urgent return to negotiations.”
 

Source: Tasmania Police

Police investigating serious crash at Morty’s Food Court

Wednesday, 5 November 2025 – 4:49 pm.

Police are investigating a serious crash at the Morty’s Food Court in Launceston on Wednesday.
Police and emergency services responded to the incident in Wellington Street just before 12.30pm after reports a car had crashed into the building, and seriously injured a pedestrian.
The pedestrian – a 67 year old Newnham woman – was taken to the Launceston General Hospital in a critical condition.
The driver – a 65 year old Lilydale man – was also taken to hospital and treated for minor injuries. 
He is assisting police with their inquiries.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
Inspector Aleena Crack said members of the public had rendered first aid to the injured pedestrian before emergency services arrived.
“Police would like to thank those members of the public who were at the scene before police arrived and assisted the injured woman,” she said.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information should contact police on 131 444 and quote OR789383

Source: Mental Health Australia

You gotta roll with it
You gotta take your time

Transport for NSW is urging fans to take the advice of Oasis and roll with public transport to the weekend concerts, leaving plenty of time to spare.

About 70,000 Oasis fans are expected to travel to Sydney Olympic Park each night to see the Gallagher brothers perform live at Accor Stadium across two sold-out shows on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 November.

Transport for NSW Coordinator-General Howard Collins said fans are urged to use public transport, which is included in their concert tickets. 

“Oasis fans have waited a long time for this sold-out reunion tour. With Oasis only playing Sydney and Melbourne shows on the Australian leg of their world tour, fans travelling locally and interstate are encouraged to plan their trip and consider the many public transport options available to get to and from Olympic Park each night,” Mr. Collins said. 

“Extra transport services including express trains and major event buses will be running frequently from mid-afternoon. Fans are encouraged to get there early and enjoy the buzzing pre-show atmosphere in the precinct.

“Travel on all modes of public transport is included in Oasis concert tickets. Simply show your ticket to transport staff when boarding services.”

Express trains will run frequently from Central Station to Olympic Park from mid-afternoon, with return services running after the show until late. Fans travelling from the west can change at Lidcombe to connect with direct trains to Olympic Park. 

Major Event Buses to Sydney Olympic Park will run frequently on all nine routes between 3:30pm and 7pm each day. The last return bus on each route will leave Olympic Park at midnight, about an hour after the show has finished. 

Fans who need to drive must pre-book parking ahead of time to secure a space.

“If you need to drive, pre-book parking online to secure a spot as spaces are expected to sell out in advance. Alternatively, consider parking at a station commuter car park and continuing your trip by train or bus to Olympic Park, at no extra cost. 

“Motorists should allow plenty of extra travel time on the roads as heavy traffic is expected on approach to Olympic Park each night, particularly during the busy Friday evening peak for the first show.”

After the show, traffic will be very heavy as everyone leaves the precinct at the same time.

Fans should expect to allow up to an hour of additional travel time to exit car parks.

There is no major trackwork on the rail network taking place on Friday 7 or Saturday 8 November.

L1 Dulwich Hill Light rail services are not running between Convention and Central Grand Concourse due to planned maintenance until last service Friday 7 November (1am Saturday). Services continue to run between Convention and Dulwich Hill. 

For important advice and detailed transport information, visit transportnsw.info/oasisor plan ahead using the Opal Travel app.

For real-time updates on road and traffic conditions, such as road closures, visit livetraffic.com.

Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory

Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture

05 November 2025

Who does this notice affect?

All importers of plants, cats and/or dogs who will be required to use the check status function within the Post Entry Biosecurity System during the period of this service disruption.

Information

Start time:

As of: 11:52 Thursday 09 October 2025 (AEDT).

The Post Entry Biosecurity System is currently experiencing an unplanned service disruption. As a result, users are unable to check the…

Source: South Australia Police

Commissioner of Police Grant Stevens said cocaine effects may last a short time but can be detected up to 24 hours after consumption.

“We know that consumption of cocaine can lead to overconfidence and aggression, reduced inhibition, increased risk-taking behaviours, agitation and loss of concentration, delusion, and affected vision, all traits you don’t want in a person driving,” Commissioner Stevens said.

“It is crucial that roadside drug testing includes cocaine to keep these dangerous drivers from our roads.”

So far this year, drug driving contributed to eight people losing their lives, and 76 received life changing serious injuries. More than 2,600 drug drivers have received expiation notices.

This is compared to 2024, where drug driving was a factor in 14 of the lives lost on our roads and 129 lifechanging serious injuries.

A new road safety campaign to educate road users about the consequences of driving under the influence of cocaine will launch statewide.

“This new campaign highlights the overconfidence that taking cocaine induces, causing offenders to overlook the risk they pose to themselves and other road users,” Commissioner Stevens said.

Roadside random drug testing (RDT) has been in operation in South Australia since 1 July 2006 and up to 50,000 tests are conducted each year. Drug testing currently detects methamphetamine, THC (the active component of cannabis) and MDMA (ecstasy).

“The new drug test will reinforce our existing capabilities and become the new norm for our random drug testing campaigns, including the blitz operations conducted throughout the year,” Commissioner Stevens said.

Severe penalties apply to drivers who commit drug driving offences including an immediate loss of licence along with the potential to immediately impound the vehicle. The penalty is a $875 fine, a $102 victim of crime levy, a minimum of three months of disqualification, and four demerit points.

Refusing, or failing to comply to a random drug test is also an offence, incurring an immediate loss of licence, six demerit points, and a court imposed penalty with a minimum of 12 months disqualification.

Source: Tasmania Police

Presentation of Southern District Medals and Awards

Wednesday, 5 November 2025 – 2:42 pm.

Officers involved in complex search and rescue operations are among those recognised today for their courage and skill as part of the Tasmania Police medals and awards for the Southern District.
Commissioner Donna Adams attended the Tasmania Police Academy today to present commendations to members of Tasmania Police Marine and Rescue for their efforts at:
• The Franklin River, in November 2024, where search and rescue officers were part of a multi-agency team which raced against the clock to save the life of a Lithuanian adventurer whose leg had become wedged between rocks and required amputation. The team then extracted multiple people from the wilderness area, including other members of the group of kayakers.
• Fortescue Bay in November 2024, where officers on board police vessel Dauntless battled large swells, strong wind and driving rain during a challenging night mission to safely recover two men from a stricken boat.
• Fossil Bluff, Wynyard, in February 2025, where police rescue swimmer Constable Phillip Vanderwal entered rough surf from a helicopter winch and conducted multiple swims between a stricken yacht and the rocky shoreline to guide a man and woman to safety.
Commissioner Adams also awarded a Commendation to a Lauderdale man and his father who, on July 20 this year, were responsible for the rescue of two 14-year-old boys whose boat capsized in Frederick Henry Bay.
Police consider the quick-thinking actions of Matthew Bell, 35, and James Bell, 64, was crucial to saving the boys, who were found in the water holding on to each other, exhausted from paddling and showing the early effects of hypothermia.
In other main awards, Detective Senior Constable Mark Wilby received a Commissioner’s Certificate of Commendation in recognition of his commitment to the investigation of sex crimes and historical child sexual assaults in Tasmania.
Constable Mary Bacic and Constable Joshua Hardy received a Certificate of Commendation in recognition of their arrest of an attempted murder suspect, and the initial support and scene management at a serious incident in Dowsing Point in February this year.
Special presentations were also made to officers with outstanding length of service.
A Commissioner’s Medal 3rd Clasp was presented to Senior Constable Paul Hyland for his 40 years with Tasmania Police, serving in the north and south of the state in areas such as traffic, general duties, criminal investigation, drug investigation and forensic services.
Senior Constable Hyland, whose first posting was to Hobart in 1985, is currently based at Nubeena Police Station.
“I have continued in the career because of the opportunities, friendships and challenges,” he said. “There are so many aspects of policing that one can get involved in without having to change career paths.”
Senior Constable Hyland said policing was a rewarding career.
“Crash investigation and police diving were always challenging areas to work in,” he said.
“In most instances the jobs you attended were mentally and physically challenging however, you work through it for the best outcomes for the victims and their families.”
And a Commissioner’s Medal 4th Clasp was presented to retired Inspector Glen Woolley in recognition of 50 years’ service.
Mr Woolley retired from Tasmania Police in 2015 however, he has continued to serve the organisation as an ancillary officer in the role of Tasmania Police Honorary Aide-de-Camp to the Governor of Tasmania.
And First Class Constable Dean Hodge, of the Crime and Intelligence Command, received a National Medal 3rd Clasp, recognising 45 years’ service.

During his time with Tasmania Police, Constable Hodge has performed roles with investigative support, radio dispatch and specialist operations.

Constable Phil Vanderwal receives his commendation from Tasmania Police Commissioner Donna Adams. Picture: Tasmania Police.