Author: MIL-OSI Publisher

Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2

The City of Greater Bendigo will commence a major project at the end of March to improve the Bendigo Library’s public toilet and parent facilities to comply with the current National Construction Code and make them safer and easier to access.

City of Greater Bendigo Presentation and Assets Director Brian Westley said Bendigo Library is one of Greater Bendigo’s most accessed and used public buildings and this project will provide greatly improved toilet and family facilities for the many hundreds of people who visit the library each day.

“During the construction phase entry to the Library will be via the Lyttleton Terrace entrance,” Mr Westley said.

“The Library’s existing public toilets and family bathroom/baby feeding area will be closed and patrons will be directed to use the public toilet facilities provided at the Hargreaves Street multi-storey carpark and the limited toilet facilities on level one of the Library.

“The current female toilet/nappy change room will change to an all-gender family bathroom and baby feeding area and will remain in its current location.

“The bulk of the noisy demolition works will occur during morning hours, and library users are advised to be aware of this when planning their visit.  However, there may also be intermittent noisy disruptions during the period of works.”

The works will include:

• Demolition of the existing female/nappy change room opposite the reception desk and refurbishment of this area to provide all parents/carers access to a space that is more family friendly
• Demolition of the existing public toilet area and construction of self-contained toilet cubicles to improve safety and efficiency
• Reconfiguring the existing adjacent Activity Room, into office spaces to provide passive surveillance for improved safety and staff accessibility
• Construction of a dedicated cleaner’s room for improved cleaning functionality

The project has been funded by a $412,586 grant from the Victorian Government’s Living Libraries Infrastructure Program and the City of Greater Bendigo.

The works are expected to be completed by the end of July 2026.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a vehicle arson incident that occurred in the early hours of this morning.

Around 12:05am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received reports that two vehicles were engulfed in flames at a unit complex on Aneura Place in Sadadeen.

NT Fire and Rescue Service attended and extinguished the fire. The vehicles were unoccupied and no injuries were reported to police.

Investigations are ongoing with general duties police maintaining carriage of the investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26085399. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

A 35-year-old male has assaulted a police officer while being taken into custody on Saturday in Darwin.

Around 9:35am, two police officers conducting duties at an evacuation shelter in Marrara issued a Notice to Appear to a 38-year-old male after he was found to be in possession of a trafficable amount of cannabis. A second male, aged 35-years-old, later approached the police after they had seized the cannabis and became disorderly and aggressive before leaving the area.

Police subsequently identified the second male and found he was subject to an outstanding arrest for a matter relating to a domestic violence offence. Shortly before 11am, police located him on Henry Wrigley Drive and attempted to bring him into custody. During the arrest, he allegedly resisted and assaulted one of the officers, grabbing them by the hair and dragging them to the ground and striking their face.

He was brought into custody and conveyed to the Palmerston Watch House without further incident.

The 35-year-old has since been charged with:

• Assault a member of the Police Force
• Resist Police in execution of duty
• Aggravated assault

He was remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court today.

The officer suffered minor injuries and did not require medical attention.

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference NTP2600027523. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

Source: Tasmania Police

Police Search for Overdue Vessel in Robbins Island/Stony Point area

Sunday, 22 March 2026 – 11:45 am.

A search is underway for an overdue vessel in the north west, near Robbins Island.
It’s understood four people left on a fishing trip yesterday, but have not returned to the campground at Montagu.
Concerned relatives called Police just after 8am this morning.
The vessel left the Montagu boat ramp at 5.30pm yesterday, with the four people on board.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter and marine rescue vessels have been deployed to the area.

Source: Tasmania Police

Missing Japanese Tourist Located – Cradle Mountain

Sunday, 22 March 2026 – 8:49 am.

Tasmania Police advise that an 81-year-old male Japanese Tourist has been located alive and well in the Cradle Mountain area this morning.
Members of the public, not involved in the search, located the male on the side of Belvoir Road approximately 1.3 km west of the Cradle Mountain Road intersection around 7:45 am. The male had walked away from his accommodation during the night and became disoriented in the darkness.
The male was located with non-life-threatening injuries and is being assessed by Ambulance Tasmania paramedics at the scene. Police would like to thank all assisting Tasmanian emergency services and members of the public for successfully locating the missing person.

Source: Tasmania Police

Flare Sighting Near Prime Seal Island – Flinders Island

Sunday, 22 March 2026 – 7:28 am.

Police are seeking information after a distress flare was sighted off Flinders Island.
At approximately 8:15pm on Saturday 21st March 2026, a member of the public reported seeing the flare off the western side of the island near Prime Seal Island.
Due to the report of a confirmed sighting, the Westpac rescue helicopter and Police Vessel Van Diemen were dispatched to the area. Whilst in the area, the crew of PV Van Diemen and the rescue helicopter conducted a search but were unable to locate any vessels or signs of distress.
If anyone has information in relation to the flare sighting, they are urged to contact Tasmania Police on 131 444.

Source: Tasmania Police

81 year old male Japanese citizen missing in Cradle Mountain National Park

Sunday, 22 March 2026 – 7:03 am.

Tasmania Police are currently undertaking a Search Operation in the Cradle Mountain area after a male was reported missing.
He was last seen around Midnight on 21st March 2026 with contact unable to be made. The male is an 81 year old international citizen from Japan believed to have medical issues. Due to this there are concerns for his safety.
Anyone who was in the Cradle Mountain area late last night or early this morning, or who may have seen a man matching the attached photographs, is urged to contact Tasmania Police on 131 444 and quote ESCAD# 41-22032026.

Source: Tasmania Police

Police investigating wounding incident at Elizabeth Town

Monday, 23 March 2026 – 9:16 am.

Police are investigating a targeted wounding incident at Elizabeth Town overnight where a man received non-life-threatening injuries.
Police and emergency services were called to a commercial business on the Bass Highway about 5.30pm after reports a man had received a non-life-threatening stab wound to his torso during an altercation with a person known to him.
The man was taken to the Launceston General Hospital in a stable condition.
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au and quote OR number 800771.

Source: Tasmania Police

Injured Walker, Mount Murchison

Saturday, 21 March 2026 – 7:53 pm.

A bushwalker has been located safe and well after emergency services were contacted about his welfare this afternoon.
About 5.30pm, emergency services were dispatched to Mount Murchison after a call about concerns for the welfare of an injured walker.
The man in his 30s had lost his footing and fell several metres, hitting his head. The man was undertaking a solo walk, but was with another walking group at the time. A member of the group contacted Tasmania Police.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter was deployed. However the man had continued his walk despite concerns for his welfare. He was located safe after he finished the walk and given advice about contacting emergency services, to ensure both his safety and efficient use of search and rescue efforts.

Source: Tasmania Police

Serious Motorcycle Crash, Bridport Road, Pipers River

Friday, 20 March 2026 – 7:43 pm.

Police are investigating a serious crash involving a Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle and a white Toyota Hilux utility on Bridport Road, Pipers River.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 2.08pm this afternoon (20 March).
Preliminary investigations indicate the utility was turning right when the motorcycle travelling behind has collided with the driver’s side door.
The motorcycle rider, a man in his 40s, was taken to RHH hospital in a serious condition.
The driver of the utility, a 27-year-old man, was taken to the George Town hospital to provide blood and alcohol samples as is normal process.
Bridport and Weymouth Roads were closed for several hours to allow crash investigators to examine the scene and conduct inquiries. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience and understanding.
Anyone with information or relevant dash cam footage, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers Tasmania on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously. Please quote ESCAD: 232-20032026