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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Update: At around 2:45pm, police located the nominated vehicle involved in the incident on Palm Circuit in Alice Springs.

The occupants of the vehicle have provided information which has assisted the investigation. At this point in time, no further public assistance is required.

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Earlier: The Northern Territory Police Force are requesting public assistance in relation to a welfare concern matter which occurred in Alice Springs today.

Around 8:40am this morning, police received a report that an incident had taken place on South Terrace, in the vicinity of the Tom Brown roundabout.

It was reported that two males had physically placed a female into a white vehicle, before driving off from the location. It is believed that the vehicle had South Australian registration plates.

It has not yet been established what relationship exists between the persons involved. Investigations are continuing to ascertain the full circumstances of the incident.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, has information, or has dash-cam footage to contact 131 444, please quote reference number P26188655. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development

Saipem S.p.A’s proposed merger with Subsea7 S.A could substantially lessen competition and requires an in-depth Phase 2 assessment, the ACCC has decided.

Saipem is a global engineering and construction company that provides services for the oil and gas industries across both offshore and onshore projects.

Subsea7 is also a global engineering and construction company, providing services for offshore oil and gas projects.

Both parties are key suppliers of engineering, construction and maintenance services to offshore Australian oil and gas producers, with each operating a fleet of pipelaying and other vessels to provide these services. Both companies are key contractors in the design, engineering, procurement, fabrication and installation of subsea infrastructure that connects subsea wells and production systems to surface facilities.

“We consider the acquisition could substantially lessen competition in the supply of certain subsea infrastructure that connects subsea wells and production systems to surface infrastructure, services which are critical to Australian offshore oil and gas projects,” ACCC Commissioner Dr Philip Williams said.

“We will conduct further in-depth inquiries during the Phase 2 assessment and seek more information about the likely competitive effects of this proposed merger.”

The ACCC has not reached a conclusion on the issues and will continue to consider the acquisition in Phase 2.

The ACCC invites submissions in response to its Phase 2 Notice by 21 July 2026. Parties can contact the ACCC via mergers@accc.gov.au.

More information and the Phase 2 Notice are available on the ACCC’s Acquisitions Register: Saipem – Subsea7.

Background

Saipem is a global engineering and construction company based in Italy that provides services for offshore and onshore projects in the oil and gas industries.

Subsea7 is a global engineering and construction company based in Luxembourg that provides services for offshore oil and gas projects.

Offshore oil and gas projects rely on engineering, construction and maintenance services provided by the merger parties and others. These services include the design, engineering, procurement, fabrication and installation of subsea infrastructure equipment plus pipelines and cables (called subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines, or SURF) that connect subsea wells and production systems to surface facilities (SURF services).

Saipem and Subsea7 each supply design, engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction and installation services for SURF projects. They operate globally and provide services in Australia, including off the Pilbara coast of Western Australia.

Saipem and Subsea7 also both supply inspection, repair, maintenance and decommissioning services for offshore oil and gas projects, and infrastructure for offshore wind farms. However, based on the materials before it, the ACCC does not propose to consider this further.  

Formal merger regime

The ACCC can decide a notification is to be subject to a Phase 2 review if the ACCC is satisfied that the acquisition to which the notification relates, if put into effect, could, in all of the circumstances, have the effect, or be likely to have the effect, of substantially lessening competition in any market.

Under the Competition and Consumer Act, a Phase 2 assessment can take up to 90 business days, unless extended under specific circumstances.

More guidance on the new merger regime can be found on the ACCC’s website: Guidance documents for the merger control regime.

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force are requesting public assistance in relation to a welfare concern matter which occurred in Alice Springs today.

Around 8:40am this morning, police received a report that an incident had taken place on South Terrace, in the vicinity of the Tom Brown roundabout.

It was reported that two males had physically placed a female into a white vehicle, before driving off from the location. It is believed that the vehicle had South Australian registration plates.

It has not yet been established what relationship exists between the persons involved. Investigations are continuing to ascertain the full circumstances of the incident.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, has information, or has dash-cam footage to contact 131 444, please quote reference number P26188655. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police are investigating a hit-and-run incident after a female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Alice Springs overnight.

At around 8:15pm, police received reports of two people fighting on Larapinta Drive near the intersection of Lovegrove Drive.

During the incident, a 56-year-old woman was allegedly struck by a four-door utility, believed to be a white Mitsubishi Triton, which then continued towards the CBD without stopping.

St John Ambulance attended and she was taken to Alice Springs Hospital, where she remains in a stable condition.

Police are urging the driver of the vehicle to come forward and attend Alice Springs Police Station. Police are also conducting CCTV enquiries with nearby businesses as part of the investigation.

The vehicle remains outstanding. Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, has information, or has dash-cam footage from the area around 8:15pm and has not yet spoken with police to contact 131 444. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police have responded to a disturbance in the remote community of Palumpa after receiving reports of a large group fighting while armed with weapons.

At around 10:40am yesterday, police received a Triple Zero call reporting a large brawl involving multiple people armed with axes, hammers and spears.

Members from Peppimenarti Police Station, who were conducting routine patrols on Port Keats Road, attended and came across a group of people fighting. The group dispersed on the arrival of police.

Police located a 36-year-old woman who had suffered a head injury after allegedly being struck with an axe. While officers were assisting the woman, they observed a vehicle, believed to be stolen, driving through residential properties and at speed through the community.

A brief pursuit was initiated; however, it was terminated when visibility was lost on an unsealed road. While officers had stopped to reassess, the stolen vehicle turned and was deliberately driven towards the marked police vehicle before veering away at the last moment.

The vehicle later returned to Palumpa and was again driven directly at the marked police vehicle, colliding with it before fleeing towards Peppimenarti. The police vehicle sustained damage, preventing officers from continuing the pursuit. No officers were seriously injured.

Additional police resources from Wadeye were deployed to support local members and restore order within the community.

After the incident, police remained in Palumpa and assisted in mediating between those involved in the original disturbance.

Senior Sergeant Byron May said the conduct displayed during the incident was unacceptable.

“The actions of those involved placed members of the community and responding police at significant risk.

“Deliberately driving at police and engaging in violent behaviour with weapons will not be tolerated.

“I’d also like to acknowledge the professionalism of our local officers, who not only responded to a dangerous incident but also worked with the community to prevent any further violence.”

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, has information, or has dash-cam footage to contact 131 444, please quote reference number P26187551. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development

New laws now require water markets decisions to be announced and ban market manipulation and insider trading in Murray-Darling Basin water markets. These changes give the ACCC additional powers to act against misconduct and improve transparency in water trading.

With the commencement of the laws on 1 July 2026, all the ACCC’s enforcement functions under the Restoring Our Rivers reforms are now in place. The reforms respond to issues identified by the ACCC’s Water Markets Inquiry, including concerns about market conduct, transparency and confidence in Basin water markets.

“These are significant powers that will strengthen transparency and integrity, helping to build confidence that Basin water trading markets are operating fairly,” ACCC Deputy Chair Mick Keogh said.

“We encourage market participants to report suspected manipulation, insider trading or other water market issues, so we can investigate and take enforcement action where necessary.”

Water market participants include businesses in the agriculture and irrigation sectors, as well as intermediaries such as water brokers who act on behalf of clients to facilitate trades.

The ACCC will enforce bans on conduct that artificially distorts water markets and on trading water rights while aware of market-sensitive information that is not publicly available.

The ACCC will also oversee new requirements for federal and state government agencies and irrigation infrastructure operators to announce water market decisions that may materially affect trading behaviour.

“Clearer rules and stronger disclosure obligations will help deter misconduct and give market participants greater trust in the information available to them,” Mr Keogh said.

“These new responsibilities are underpinned by the Intermediaries Code and statutory trust accounting framework, which hold water market intermediaries such as brokers to higher standards.”

The ACCC has supported market participants ahead of commencement by publishing guidance, engaging directly with stakeholders, and holding online information sessions.

Reports of market manipulation, insider trading, or other water market issues, can be made using the ACCC’s web form or by emailing water@accc.gov.au.

For more information, see Water Markets Integrity and the Water Markets Intermediaries Code.

Background

In August 2019, the Federal Government directed the ACCC to undertake a public inquiry into the Murray-Darling Basin water markets.

The ACCC was asked to recommend options to improve markets for tradeable water rights, including their operation, transparency, regulation, competitiveness and efficiency.

The ACCC’s Murray-Darling Basin water markets inquiry final report was released in March 2021 and proposed 29 recommendations to reform the water markets.

A roadmap built on the findings, and recommendations of the ACCC were implemented as part of the Water Amendment (Restoring Our Rivers) Act 2023.

The Water Markets Intermediaries Code of Conduct and statutory trust accounting framework have been in full operation since 1 October 2025.

These laws set minimum standards for intermediaries when dealing with clients. For example, as part of the requirements, certain water brokers must act in good faith, manage conflicts of interest, and keep a trust account when handling client money.

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

CRAIG REUCASSEL, HOST: The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is about to be in Western Sydney today speaking at the Airport City Summit. He joins us this morning. Morning, Prime Minister.

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Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2

The City of Greater Bendigo is delighted to announce the opening of the 2026 Knuldoorong Art Exhibition on Friday July 3 at Dudley House, featuring works from First Nations artists and creatives.

The annual Knuldoorong Art Exhibition is a major highlight of local NAIDOC Week (July 5 to 12) events, anchoring the start of celebrations across Greater Bendigo.

This free exhibition features artworks from 25 First Nations artists living in or with connection to Greater Bendigo.

Knuldoorong means ‘all together’ in Dja Dja Wurrung language and the exhibition highlights artists at different stages in their lives and careers, including well-established Elders alongside young and emerging first-time exhibitors.

The works on display are diverse and include painting, weaving, ceramics, ceremonial pieces, and sculptural installation based art.

Artworks will be available for purchase, although items will remain on display in Dudley House until the exhibition ends.

The City’s First Nations Arts Officer and exhibition curator Michellie Charvat said the exhibition was a beautiful reflection of multiple generations of artists coming together.

“This year’s Knuldoorong Art Exhibition showcases an outstanding collection of artworks created by incredibly talented artists from right across Bendigo and beyond,” Ms Charvat said.

“Artists were not given a set theme. Each artwork reflects the culture and identity of the artist, deepening the connection to NAIDOC, community, and First Nations individuals.

“The official theme for this year is ‘50 Years of Deadly’, which marks the 50th anniversary milestone of the national NAIDOC movement and honours the activists, artists and Elders who have carried it forward.”

Due to the popularity of previous Knuldoorong exhibitions, the artwork will be on display beyond NAIDOC week. The exhibition is open from 10:30am to 4pm on weekdays (10.30am to 3pm on weekends) from July 3 to July 17 at Dudley House, 60 View Street, Bendigo. Entry is free.

The national NAIDOC Week celebrates and recognises the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

Berwick Fire Brigade celebrated a century of service at a special brigade dinner and awards ceremony at the Berwick Fire Station, last Saturday night (27 June).

Submitted by	CFA Media