Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Police are calling for information after an indecent assault and burglary that occurred in Parap overnight.
Around 11:40pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a female had been indecently assaulted while she slept in her residence. It is alleged that she woke to a naked male indecently assaulting her.
The victim was able to push the offender off her before he fled the scene, allegedly stealing a camera in the process.
Police attended and the victim described the offender as being approximately 20 years of age, slim build, with dark skin and approximately 180cm to 185cm tall.
The NT Police Force Sex Crimes Section have carriage of the incident and investigations are ongoing.
Detectives urge anyone with information about the incident to contact 131 444 and quote reference number P25156934. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
Top 500 private groups often have complex structures and arrangements that can have significant tax implications. So, it’s important that they seek the input of expert advisers, consult published ATO guidance, and engage with us directly when necessary to make sure they’re getting things right.
Having a documented procedure in place explaining when, and how, a Top 500 group should seek external advice is the third principle of an effective tax governance framework. It’s also a requirement for groups who want to achieve justified trust.
Our engagements show that some groups don’t have documented processes for seeking advice or where the process is documented the thresholds for seeking advice aren’t clear. This can lead to those groups not seeking advice on important transactions, that can cause errors that result in additional liabilities later on.
We recommend you set in place documented processes to:
identify the escalation thresholds, including quantitative and qualitative factors, for when you should seek external advice
inform your advisers of any significant changes within your group, or any new, or atypical transactions
make sure the facts and assumptions underpinning the advice you receive are always based on accurate and current information
consider our published guidance and advice
know when, and how, you should engage with us directly and, where pre-lodgment positions are agreed to, lodge in accordance with that position.
Our Findings report Top 500 tax performance program – June 2024 will also provide you with our most recent insights into issues and risks we’ve observed from our engagement with Top 500 private groups like yours, demonstrating the importance of tax governance.
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Search continues for Victorian man at Cradle Mountain
Wednesday, 11 June 2025 – 3:12 pm.
A search at Cradle Mountain today involving police officers, SES volunteers, a helicopter crew and drone operators has yet to locate Victorian man Christopher Inwood.
Mr Inwood, 52, is believed to have been in the Cradle Mountain area since Monday night and police have concerns for his welfare.
His white Toyota HiAce van was found in the car park of a ranger station on Cradle Mountain Road on Tuesday morning. A backpack which police believe may belong to Mr Inwood was found 500m away from the ranger station, in a direction heading to Dove Lake.
Search efforts today have involved four officers from Tasmania Police Search and Rescue, four State Emergency Service volunteers, a wilderness paramedic, two police drone operators and a helicopter team of two police officers and a paramedic.
The helicopter team has landed to check huts and emergency shelters along the Overland Track and also conducted wider aerial searches of the northern section of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.
Foot patrols have focused on walking tracks and bushland spanning out from the ranger station where Mr Inwood’s vehicle was found parked. (pictures attached)
Weather conditions at Cradle Mountain today have been clear although cold, with the temperature at 3pm around 5C. Overnight temperatures have been below freezing.
Mr Inwood was last seen in Kindred on Monday about 8.30pm and police believe he drove to Cradle Mountain later that night.
Anyone who has information that could assist police locate Mr Inwood is urged to call 131 444.
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Released 10/06/2025
The ACT Government has released a new report that provides a comprehensive overview of peer work in the ACT’s mental health services, along with strategies to support its growth and development.
Minister for Mental Health, Rachel Stephen-Smith, said peer work is a growing discipline in mental health care, where individuals with lived and living experience of mental health challenges use their insights to support others on their recovery journeys.
“This report has shown that engaging peer workers in our mental health system delivers better outcomes for those experiencing or caring for someone with mental health concerns,” Minister Stephen-Smith said.
“Peer workers bring lived or living experience, empathy and hope to people navigating mental health challenges.
“This report not only celebrates their contributions but also highlights key changes needed to better support and grow this essential workforce.”
“The ACT Government is committed to ensuring accessible mental health support for Canberrans, from prevention and early intervention through to treatment and recovery.”
Minister Stephen-Smith said the report showed that while the peer workforce reflects the diversity of the ACT community, there are high rates of burnout and compassion fatigue among peer workers.
“This report is a call to action. We must ensure peer workers are not only included but respected, supported and empowered in our mental health system,” Minister Stephen-Smith said.
“Using the insights we have gained from this report, the ACT Government is developing practice standards that will support the mental health system as well as employers to ensure the peer workforce can sustainably grow in the ACT.
“It also shows there is a desire from the peer workforce to be better connected with each other, and the Government is looking forward to hosting an inaugural ACT Peer Work Forum on 13 August 2025 to forge stronger links, help us gain more insights on how best to support peer workers, and raise the profile of peer work in the ACT.
“While the report includes constructive feedback and highlights areas for improvement, it also reflects the resilience and dedication of peer workers across the ACT.
“I want to thank everyone who contributed to the report, including peer workers and employers who shared their experiences and the lived experience team in the Office for Mental Health and Wellbeing who delivered this important work.
“We are committed to working with the peer workforce to build a more inclusive, responsive and effective mental health system.”
You can read the report and learn more about peer work in ACT mental health services on the Spaces to Grow web page.
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reflect the amendments to section 295 of the Corporations Act 2001 enacted in December 2024 regarding the Consolidated Entity Disclosure Statement (CEDS)
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clarify that a company won’t be considered ‘low risk’ under the PCG if it self-assesses and reports as a non-resident for Australian tax purposes but has inconsistently reported as an Australian tax resident in the CEDS. This applies for financial years commencing on, or after, 1 July 2024.
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Released 11/06/2025 – Joint media release
The ACT Government is making a significant investment in the safety and wellbeing of victim survivors, with over $30 million committed in the 2025–26 Budget to strengthen and expand the Territory’s response to domestic, family and sexual violence.
This investment boosts the capacity of frontline services, enhances early intervention efforts for children and young people, and supports the provision of culturally safe support through Aboriginal Community Controlled and led Organisations.
Treasurer Chris Steel said the Budget reflects the Government’s deep commitment to addressing domestic, family and sexual violence and delivering trauma-informed, person-centred support for those affected by violence.
“Everyone deserves to feel safe in their homes, in their relationships, and in their community,” the Treasurer said.
“This significant investment in family, domestic and sexual violence responses builds on our record of funding vital frontline services and supports a safer, stronger Canberra.”
The Budget allocates $24 million over four years to strengthen and sustain essential domestic, family, and sexual violence services. Key funding measures include:
Expanding the capacity of Canberra Rape Crisis Centre
Critical resourcing to the Domestic Violence Crisis Service
Continuing the PCYC’s Solid Ground early intervention program for young people experiencing DFV
Expanding the YWCA’s Domestic Violence Support Service to include two specialist children’s workers
Continuation of the Family Violence Safety Action Program, coordinated by Victim’s Support ACT
Continuation of the Victim Survivor Voices Pilot
Extension of the Safer Families Assistance Program
Following the receipt of The Long Yarn report, this Budget allocates $6 million over 3 years to Aboriginal and Community Controlled and led Organisations to provide culturally safe services. This funding will enable the following initiatives:
Intensive case management services delivered by Yhurwun Bullan
Continued support for Sisters in Spirit Aboriginal Corporation to provide both individual and systemic advocacy services
Engagement of WhISPers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Softball Corporation to deliver healing through sport and cultural events
Ongoing support for Yerrabi Yurwang Child and Family Aboriginal Corporation to continue delivering the NaraGanaWali Strengthening Families Program
Development and implementation of a community and professional education campaign promoting the message that “violence is not our way”
Minister for the Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence, Dr Marisa Paterson, said the funding is aimed at increasing the capacity of frontline services to support victims of domestic, family and sexual violence.
“Ending violence against women is a national emergency and the ACT Government is strongly committed to addressing this violence. This funding is a strong investment in the services that support those experiencing violence in our community.”
“This package has a strong focus on supporting children and young people exposed to violence, as well as crisis support for victim survivors and supports the continuation of the high-risk family violence case coordination program,” Minister Paterson said.
“I am strongly committed to working with our local organisations and supporting ACCO’s to strengthen and sustain the essential work that they do”.
This comprehensive package forms part of the ACT Government’s long-term commitment to ending domestic, family and sexual violence in the ACT and ensuring a safer future for all Canberrans. It is supported by funding from the Safer Families Levy and the Commonwealth’s National Partnership Agreement, which together help strengthen responses to and the prevention of domestic, family and sexual violence.
Every day Aussie businesses exports some of the world’s best agricultural, industrial and technological products to every corner of the globe. With one in three Australian jobs supported by trade, the Albanese Labor Government has been working to strengthen our existing trading relationships and develop new ones internationally.
In uncertain times in global trade, diversification of our trading relationships has never been more important. That’s why in April, Labor committed to five business and investment missions to priority markets, as well as $50 million to create additional opportunities for local businesses.
This week, the first of these trade missions will travel to the United Kingdom to help Australian businesses discover new opportunities and accelerate our ongoing trade diversification efforts.
The first mission brings together representatives from 20 of Australia’s leading healthcare and MedTech companies. They will visit the United Kingdom to take part in London Tech Week 2025 and NHS ConfedExpo 2025 in Manchester.
It comes as Australia and the United Kingdom mark the two-year anniversary of the implementation of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement, which is delivering outstanding results for Australian business.
For example, Australian beef and veal exports to the UK were worth A$97.8 million in 2024, which is more than double that of the previous year (2023), and around eight times what they were worth in 2022.
The UK has so much more to offer Australian exporters, and this business mission focused on health and medical technology will help unlock more jobs, more growth, and more certainty for our business.
Australia ranks 5th globally for healthcare innovation and we’re home to around 700 biotech and MedTech companies. Our world class healthcare and MedTech companies are already making a difference in the UK, including across flu vaccines, pandemic preparedness, and cancer care.
Australian and UK companies are also increasingly collaborating in critical technology sectors including quantum, cyber and AI.
To assist export ready Australian tech businesses expand into the UK market, Australia, through Austrade, will be launching a new London Landing Pad program later this month.
I wish the Australian businesses all the best and look forward to successful outcomes.
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The inaugural Adelaide University Vice Chancellor, Professor Nicola Phillips
Following a comprehensive global search, Australia’s new major university announces Professor Nicola Phillips as its new Vice Chancellor and President (Vice Chancellor) with effect from 12 January 2026.
The Adelaide University Transition Council has unanimously resolved to appoint Prof. Nicola Phillips as the new Vice Chancellor of Adelaide University following exceptional global interest and a high-quality candidate field.
Chancellor of the Adelaide University Transition Council (Transition Council), Ms Pauline Carr, said that finding the right person to lead the institution through its formative years was imperative.
“We are delighted to announce Prof. Phillips as the new Vice Chancellor of Adelaide University as we boldly take our next steps as Australia’s new comprehensive university for the future,” Carr said.
Prof. Phillips joins Adelaide University from the University of Melbourne, where she is currently the Provost and has served as both Acting and Interim Vice Chancellor. With some 30 years of experience in the higher education sector across Australia and the United Kingdom, Prof. Phillips has cultivated a deep understanding of the sector and brings a local and global perspective to the position.
“Throughout her career, Prof. Phillips has been a formidable force, guiding significant step-changes across contemporary academic delivery, student access and equity, Aboriginal knowledges, online education, and cultural inclusivity – with strong alignment to Adelaide University’s strategic direction as a differentiated member of Australia’s Group of Eight,” Carr said.
“The Transition Council would also like to recognise the monumental and continued contributions of the founding co-Vice Chancellors, Professors Peter Høj AC and David Lloyd, who are establishing the solid foundations on which the institution will see sustained success. They will also be instrumental in transitioning the leadership from now until when Prof. Phillips begins the role as well as winding down the foundation universities.”
Prof. Phillips will actively shape Adelaide University as it begins operations.
“I am thrilled to be joining Adelaide University at a time of unmatched potential and possibilities – and to call South Australia home,” Prof. Phillips said.
“I look forward to leading Adelaide University and establishing the institution as a trailblazer for change, where education and research of the highest quality reach into all corners of our society to transform the lives of individuals and communities.”
The global search was led by the Adelaide University Transition Council, in partnership with executive search firm, Korn Ferry, and informed by the Recruitment Recommendations Panel comprising internal and expert external members.
Insights on selection criteria deemed most important were also provided by staff, students, alumni and key partners. Inspirational and visionary leadership, being a visible role model with high ethical standards, and building a cohesive and constructive culture as well as having strong academic credentials were identified amongst some of the most valued attributes.
Prof. Phillips will commence in the role from 12 January 2026 to align with Adelaide University’s opening of its inaugural academic year.
About Professor Nicola Phillips Professor Nicola Phillips is an esteemed leader and academic with some 30 years of experience in the higher education sector across Australia and the United Kingdom. She is a Professor of Political Economy with interests in global economic development, labour standards and inequality.
Educated at King’s College London and the London School of Economics and Political Science, Prof. Phillips held positions at the Universities of Warwick, Manchester and Sheffield before becoming Vice President & Vice Principal (Education) at King’s College London, and then Provost at the University of Melbourne in September 2021. She has held visiting fellowships and professorships across the world, including the Australian National University, the University of British Columbia, and the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.
Among many notable honours, Prof. Phillips holds a Fellowship of the UK Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS) and a Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA), and was awarded The J. Ann Tickner Prize from the International Studies Association (ISA) for combining bravery in pursuing pioneering research that pushes the boundaries of the discipline with a deep commitment to teaching and mentorship.
Police are continuing their search for missing man Kyle in the far north of South Australia.
Kyle was last seen about midday on Sunday 1 June at Arkaroola.
Kyle, 39, is about 180 cm tall, with a slim build and chin-length dreadlocks.
He is believed to be driving a white 2023 Toyota Hiace rental van with South Australian registration S129CWL.
The van was last seen in the area just after 6am on Monday 2 June.
Since he was reported missing, police and emergency services have been searching the area where he was last seen, including the area between Arkaroola and Yunta, where Kyle is believed to have driven the van between 30 May and 1 June 2025.
PolAir and extra patrols have been searching the area but have been unable to locate him.
Police have concerns for Kyle’s welfare and anyone who sees him or his van is asked to call police immediately on 131 444.