Month: June 2026

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

Consumer Affairs Victoria is taking a Newtown man to court for allegedly operating 2 rooming houses without a licence. 

46-year-old Yang Yu, also known as Steven Yu, allegedly accepted rent and bond money from residents in Belmont and Waurn Ponds, indicating he was a licensed rooming house operator. 

It is also alleged the bond money was not lodged with the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority. 

Geelong City Council referred the matter to Consumer Affairs Victoria.  

Local councils are responsible for registering rooming houses and ensuring compliance with planning, building and health and safety standards.  

Consumer Affairs Victoria enforces renting and rooming house rules, including licence obligations and minimum standards. 

The matter will be heard at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 4 June 2026. 

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Strike Force Trident has made several arrests and conducted numerous investigations in the last 3 days across the Greater Darwin region, with help from General Duties, the Dog Operations Unit, NTPF Mounted Unit and the Serious Crime Squad. These responses resulted in Youth Diversion for 3 youths and the arrest of 10 youths and 5 adults including:-

Three youths, aged 13, 14 and 16 were arrested in Casuarina and Coconut Grove in relation to burglary, stolen motor vehicle and breach bail offences that occurred in the Darwin CBD and Malak.

Four youths aged 12, 14, 14 and 15 were arrested in Winnellie following an aggravated robbery in Casuarina where a victim was allegedly threatened with a weapon before his car was stolen.

Three youths aged 12, 13 and 13 were arrested for breach bail in Palmerston CBD by Trident and the Mounted unit as part of Operation Ventura.

A 28-year-old male and 48-year-old male were arrested for a robbery in Karama overnight. Serious Crime Detectives have continued this investigation with charges expected later today.

A 31-year-old male was arrested in the Darwin CBD for breach of bail, a 40-year-old male was arrested in Woodroffe for breach DVO and traffic offences and a 33-year-old female was arrested for breach bail in Coconut Grove.

Trident Detectives also investigated an arson report at a Palmerston School which has resulted in three 14-year-old youths being referred to Youth Diversion for damaging property.  

Six unlawful entries were recorded in the Greater Darwin Region over the weekend which are all being investigated.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Chris Humphries said Strike Force Trident would continue to proactively target recidivist offenders, with more arrests expected this week.

“Strike Force Trident works incredibly hard in conjunction with all other NT Police units, to ensure quick responses to property and violent crimes, with the aim of resolving these incidents as quickly as possible”.

“We urge members of the Greater Darwin community to stay vigilant and lock their homes and vehicles as offenders are opportunistic and will take advantage of anything that is left unsecured.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at Crime Stoppers NT.

Source: Tasmania Police

Rider charged over Norwood fatal crash

Monday, 1 June 2026 – 3:22 pm.

An 18-year-old Kings Meadows man has been charged with manslaughter following an extensive investigation into a fatal crash at Norwood on Saturday 13 September, 2025.
The crash, which occurred at the roundabout at Boiton Hill Road, Norwood Avenue and Opossum Road, resulted in the death of a 17-year-old man from Blackstone Heights, who was a pillion on the motorcycle.
Yesterday (31 May), police arrested and charged the 18-year-old rider of the motorcycle.
He will appear in the Launceston Magistrates Court on 5 August, 2026.

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Mersey River

Issued at 3:07 pm AEST on Monday 1 June 2026

Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING MAY DEVELOP AT KIMBERLEY AND LATROBE BRIDGE FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON

Moderate rainfall is forecast across the Mersey River catchment for the remainder of Monday through to Wednesday. With the forecast rain, river level rises are expected across the Mersey River catchment.

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River at Kimberley from Tuesday afternoon and at Latrobe Bridge from overnight Tuesday.

Mersey River – Liena to Kimberley:

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River – Liena to Kimberley.

The Mersey River at Kimberley is currently at 0.98 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Mersey River at Kimberley may exceed the minor flood level (2.40 m) from Tuesday afternoon.

Mersey River – Kimberley to Latrobe township:

Minor flooding may develop along the Mersey River – Kimberley to Latrobe township.

The Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge is currently at 0.66 m AHD and falling, below the minor flood level. The Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge may exceed the minor flood level (3.10 m AHD) from overnight Tuesday.

Safety Advice:

• Don’t drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
• Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don’t drive on flooded roads.
• Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
• For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.alert.tas.gov.au.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next Issue:

The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 02 June 2026.

Latest River Heights:

Location	River Height	Tendency	Time of Observation
Mersey River at Liena	0.71 m	Steady	2:45 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Kimberley	0.98 m	Steady	3:00 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Shale Road	1.57 m	Steady	2:00 pm Mon 01/06/26
Mersey River at Latrobe Bridge	0.66 mAHD	Falling	3:00 pm Mon 01/06/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested an 37-year-old following reports a male was in the Galiwinku community selling Kava.

Around 1pm on Friday, May 29, Galiwinku members conducted searches of two addresses. A 37-year-old male was located at one of the addresses in possession of a trafficable quantity of Kava and was arrested.

The Kava seized weighed a total of 11.9kg with a street value of $11,900. He was refused bail and conveyed to Darwin on Saturday. 

He has been charged with possess trafficable amount of Kava and remanded to appear in court today.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Casuarina General Duties and Strike Force Trident have arrested two males in relation to an aggravated robbery in Karama overnight.

Around 12:25am the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a 61-year-old male had been allegedly assaulted.

It is alleged that a group of offenders, travelling in a black camry, followed the victim home from a service station in Malak.

As the victim exited his car, two offenders with their faces covered approached and threatened him with edged weapons.

The 61-year-old returned to his vehicle where he was allegedly assaulted with one of the weapons, his vehicle was damaged and several items were stolen. The victim suffered an injury to his hand which did not require medical treatment. 

Casuarina GDs and SF Trident members responded and at 4:05am located and seized the offenders’ vehicle.

A 28-year-old male and 48-year-old male were arrested and charges are expected later today.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force (NTPF) has suspended a nine day multi-agency land search for a missing 31-year-old in remote East Arnhem following extensive operations.

On Friday 22 May 2026, police received a report from his family that he had not returned to Yirrkala as planned and had not been seen since 6am that morning.

His vehicle has since been located around 86km south of Nhulunbuy along the Central Arnhem Highway.

There is currently no evidence of suspicious circumstances or third-party involvement.

Search operations were conducted over nine days in remote and challenging terrain south of Nhulunbuy using helicopters, ground search teams, ATVs, vehicles and thermal drones.

NTPF Search and Rescue members, local police, NT Emergency Service, NT Fire and Rescue Service, Dhimurru Rangers, Yirralka Rangers, NORFORCE and Nautilus Helicopters were all mobilised.

Acting Senior Sergeant Matt Hall said, “Our teams covered approximately 1,311km² of terrain, the majority by helicopter, with key areas searched multiple times.

“We began demobilisation of the search yesterday, with extensive investigative enquiries surrounding the missing person undertaken, with no confirmed sightings or evidence of his location identified.

“Family liaison was maintained throughout the operation, with the next of kin regularly briefed on search progress and SAR decision-making processes.

“Police would also like to acknowledge and thank Parks Australia, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Rio Tinto, community volunteers, chartered aviation companies, Miwatj Aboriginal Corporation and Laynhapuy Homelands Aboriginal Corporation for their assistance during the search.

“Investigations into the  disappearance remain ongoing and police will assess any new information received and will consider recommencing search operations should credible information come to light.”

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Warning to Sheep Graziers
for the Lower South East forecast district

Issued at 10:17 am CST on Monday 1 June 2026.

Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, showers and northerly winds are expected during Monday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Lower South East forecast district. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm CST Monday.

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

For people in Yorke Peninsula, Kangaroo Island and parts of Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Mid North, Upper South East, Lower South East, Flinders and Murraylands districts.

Issued at 10:54 am Monday, 1 June 2026.

Abnormally high tides for the South Australian coastline

Weather Situation: A deep low-pressure system is forecast to track eastward near the South Australian coast on Monday before moving over Bass Strait on Tuesday, bringing strong to gale-force westerly winds and elevated sea levels.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas possible between Head of the Bight and the SA/VIC border, including Kangaroo Island. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Tuesday afternoon high tide.

Locations which may be affected include Ceduna, Elliston, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Port Wakefield, Adelaide Metro Beaches, Victor Harbor, Kingston SE, Robe, and Port MacDonnell.

A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

The State Emergency Service advises the following:
* Unusually high tides are dangerous to swimmers, surfers and rock fishers. Stay away from coastal areas until conditions subside.
* Know your limitations around beaches, tidal rivers and creeks. Monitor warnings and conditions. Supervise children at all times.
* If you have a moored boat or watercraft, check that your mooring and lines are secure.
* Be aware that unusually high tides could cause flooding at the coast.
* You should never walk, ride or drive through floodwater.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm ACST Monday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology

IDV21137
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

For people in parts of South West and Central Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:08 am Monday, 1 June 2026.

Abnormally high tides for western and central coasts during Tuesday.

Weather Situation: A complex low pressure system will approach western Victoria on Monday moving over Bass Strait during Tuesday, bringing strong to gale-force west to northwesterly winds and elevated sea levels across western and parts of the central coasts.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible between the SA/VIC border and Point Lonsdale. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Tuesday afternoon high tide.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Portland, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Apollo Bay and Nelson.

A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts .

The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed – monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Monday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.