APRA and AUSTRAC take action in response to risk management deficiencies at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank

Source: Australian Department of Communications

APRA and AUSTRAC have both announced actions to address weaknesses in Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s (Bendigo Bank) money laundering risk management, non‑financial risk management practices and risk culture.
It follows the findings of an independent review undertaken by Deloitte into suspected money laundering at a Bendigo Bank branch, which the bank reported to AUSTRAC. This independent review found significant deficiencies with Bendigo Bank’s approach to the identification, mitigation and management of money laundering and terrorism financing risk. 

Reward Increase – Angie Fuller

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has increased the reward for information in relation to missing woman Angie Fuller to $500,000.

The new reward will now supersede the $250,000 reward that was announced in October of 2023.

Angie Fuller, who would now be 33, was last seen on the evening of Monday 9 January 2023, travelling on Tanami Road, 15kms west of the intersection at Stuart Highway.

She is described as of Asian heritage, around 165cm tall, medium build with long black hair. She was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and a beige skirt.

Multiple search areas were declared and after extensive efforts, Angie has never been located.

Detective Superintendent Drew Slape said “Sadly, Angie’s family have been deprived of answers for almost 3 years.

“The Major Crime Squad have been investigating Angie’s disappearance since 2023, and the circumstances surrounding her movements on 9 January remain suspicious.

“We know people have information about what happened to Angie, and there is now $500,000 available for anyone who provides information that results in our detectives locating her.

“The Northern Territory Police Force will not stop investigating until Angie is found, it is as simple as that.” 

P-Plater has car seized for speeding

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 1:22pm

Original publication: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 1:07pm

An 18-year-old P-plater has lost his vehicle after he was caught driving 67km/h over the speed limit.

About 1:00pm on Monday (15 December 2025), officers from Road Policing were patrolling on Yamba Drive in Mawson when they observed a black Subaru Impreza travelling at high speed.

Police radar captured the vehicle’s speed at 147km/h in an 80km/h zone.

Officers stopped the driver and the vehicle was seized. He was also issued with an immediate suspension notice, suspending his right to drive.

The 18-year-old man, who was not displaying his P-plates at the time of the incident, will receive a summons to attend court at a later date.

Speeding is one of the biggest causes of deaths and serious injuries on ACT roads. ACT Policing has a zero-tolerance approach to speeding. Drivers whose vehicles are seized not only lose their means of transport, it can also affect their employment, education, social lives, and means of supporting their families.

ACT Policing would like to remind the community that Canberra’s roads will be busy coming into the holiday season. Drive to the speed limit and road conditions and help us make sure everyone gets to their destination safely.

Stolen items recovered and teenager charged following search of O’Connor home

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 11:11am

Original publication: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 11:11am

Suspected stolen property has been recovered from a home in O’Connor following the arrest of a 16-year-old girl last week.

On 13 December, police attended a residence in O’Connor for an unrelated matter when they were alerted to a teenage resident with suspected stolen property.

The girl, who was subject to bail conditions, was arrested and charged with unlawfully possessing stolen property. She is due to appear before the ACT Childrens Court in January (2026).

Police also seized the stolen property, including:

  • A silver MacBook laptop computer,
  • A purple Ultimate Ears portable speaker,
  • A Black Ice fabric sunglasses pouch with a sum of cash inside, and
  • A pair of white and orange Asics shoes with orange shoelaces.

A stolen iPhone also recovered from the home has since been returned to the owner.

If any of these items are yours and you can prove ownership, please contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number 8244363.

You must be clearly able to identify property before it will be released to you. Please bring any receipts, serial numbers or documentation you have. Consider if your item has any distinguishing features that will assist in identification.

Man arrested at Canberra Airport for family violence offences

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 8:45am

Original publication: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 8:29am

A 22-year-old man was arrested at Canberra Airport yesterday after allegedly strangling his pregnant former partner at her home earlier in the day.

Around 1pm on Tuesday (16 December 2025), police will allege the man was at his former partner’s home when he became aggressive, strangling her and hitting her, causing her to fall to the ground.

The woman called a family member for help and the man left the residence.

The incident was reported to police and about 5:50pm, the man was located at Canberra Airport preparing to board a domestic flight.

He was arrested and charged with aggravated common assault and chokes/suffocates/strangles another person. He is due to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Wednesday, 17 December 2025).

ACT Policing stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.

If you are in this situation – when it is safe to do so – please contact police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency, or contact a support service who can assist with crisis support, safety planning and advice.

If you require assistance, you can contact:

  • Triple Zero (000) in an emergency or life-threatening situation.
  • Police Assistance on 131 444 if it is a non-emergency, but you require police assistance.
  • The Domestic Violence Crisis Service provides a 24-hour crisis line, advice, safety planning and information every day of the year and can be reached on 02 6280 0900.
  • The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre provides a 24-hour crisis line and can be contacted on 02 6247 2525

UPDATE Have you seen Lily? FOUND

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 11:57pm

Original publication: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 9:43pm

Good news Canberra, the missing 16-year-old girl we posted about earlier tonight has been found safe and well. Thank you for your assistance.

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ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to locate missing 16-year-old girl Lily Clarke.

Lily has not been seen or heard from since 4.30pm, today (16 December 2025), and was last seen in Garran.

She is described as Caucasian in appearance, about 170cm (5’5”) tall, with a slim build and long light brown hair.

She was last seen wearing a black hoodie with white prints, dark blue tracksuit pants and black joggers.

Police and Lily’s family hold concerns for her welfare and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate her.

Anyone who has seen Lily, or who may have any information regarding her whereabouts, is urged to contact ACT Policing on 131 444. Please quote reference number 8247793. Information can be provided anonymously.

Statement regarding Bondi terror incident

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 15 December 2025 9:21am

Original publication: Sunday, 14 December 2025 11:03pm

The ACT Policing family sends its sincere and heartfelt condolences to the families of those people who have lost their lives at Bondi beach this evening.

We are also thinking of those who have been injured in this terrorist incident, including all responding emergency service workers and our NSW Police colleagues.

The images of people from all walks of life stepping up to assist their fellow citizens at Bondi are heartening.

In that spirit of community, we ask people to remain calm and lookout for one another.

As a precaution only, additional patrols have been enacted for places of worship this evening and the community can expect to see a visible police presence at events in Canberra this summer.

Seeking to identify man following theft

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Sunday, 14 December 2025 10:14am

Original publication: Sunday, 14 December 2025 10:14am

ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a man following a theft in Fyshwick.

In October 2025 Police received a report from a shop in Fyshwick where a man has allegedly entered the store and stolen a $4,000.00 pressure washer.

Following enquiries, police are now seeking to identify the male who is believed to be involved in the incident.

The man was wearing a long sleeve orange hi-vis work shirt and a wide brimmed hat.

Witnesses sought to alleged machete attack

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 15 December 2025 10:14am

Original publication: Sunday, 14 December 2025 8:46am

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an alleged machete attack in Mitchell last night.

About 10.30pm last night (Saturday, 13 December 2025) police responded to reports that a man had been attacked on Sandford Street, Mitchell.

The man suffered several deep lacerations to his head and body and was transported to hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Police do not believe the incident occurred at the Spilt Milk Festival.

If you witnessed the incident or have dashcam footage you are urged to come forward.

Anyone who can assist police should provide their contact details to Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website, quoting 8244915.

Call for information – Sexual assault – Darwin City

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force is calling for witnesses in relation to a sexual assault that occurred in Smith Street Mall on Saturday morning.

Around 12:50am, CCTV operators from the Joint Emergency Service Communication Centre identified a male allegedly sexually assaulting a female at the Knuckey Street end of the mall.

Police attended and with assistance from CCTV Operators located and arrested a 48-year-old male. He has since been charged with Sexual intercourse without consent and remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court on 21 January 2026.

Detective Senior Sergeant Caragh Hen said, “Investigators from the Northern Domestic Violence and Sex Crimes Division are disturbed at the abhorrent and brazen nature of the offending, which occurred in a public location in view of pedestrians.

“Anyone who was in Smith Street Mall between 12:35am and 12:50am who has information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference NTP2500123161. 

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

Confidential support is available through services such as 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 and Lifeline on 13 11 14.