Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
A 70-year-old male has died following a domestic violence incident that occurred in Nhulunbuy last month.
A 42-year-old male remains in custody and will appear in the Darwin Local Court on 18 June 2025.
The investigation into this incident remains ongoing.
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Officers from the Territory Safety Division have arrested a male youth in relation to allegations of going armed in public, damaging multiple vehicles and threatening/attempting to assault members of the public.
At about 2pm yesterday, the youth is alleged to have approached the first victim on the corner of Progress Drive and Boetdoemba street, threatened to punch her before attempting to punch her in the head. The victim was forced to take evasive action in order to avoid being struck before running from the offender. Shortly after this incident the offender allegedly armed himself with a metal pole and a glass bottle before walking along Progress Drive towards Bagot Road. The offender then allegedly threw the pole at a vehicle, causing damage and frightening the occupants, before rearming himself with the pole and continuing to walk along Progress Drive. The offender allegedly approached one of the stationary vehicles containing a female and two young children and threatened them by raising the metal pole up and motioning as though he was going to smash the windscreen of the vehicle. The actions of the offender terrified the female and children inside the vehicle.
The youth continued with this behaviour damaging further vehicles driving through the area by allegedly throwing a bottle at one and striking another vehicle multiple times with the metal pole.
Officers from the Territory Safety Division responded to the incident, locating the offender walking along Progress Drive armed with two metal poles. The offender was subsequently arrested by police.
The youth, aged 15, was charged with:
He was remanded to appear in court today.
Acting Superintendent of the Territory Safety Division Alex Noonan said “This type of offending is unacceptable and members of the community should not be subjected to this level of violence and senseless destruction. The quick and decisive action of the officers involved is to be commended and prevented further escalation.”
“This is still an active investigation and anyone with information or dashcam footage of this incident is urged to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference NTP2500047620. You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Detectives from the Crime Command are calling for information after a woman was located seriously injured on the bike path near the intersection of Holland Place and Rapid Creek Road, yesterday afternoon.
At approximately 6:10pm, police received reports of a woman of Aboriginal appearance being found unresponsive on the bike path with injuries consistent with an assault. She was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital for treatment and is currently in a stable condition.
The identity of the alleged offender/offenders remains unknown.
Detectives are currently investigating and urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has CCTV or dashcam footage to contact police at 131 444 and quote reference P25126294.
Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or reporting online.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Detectives from the Major Crash Unit are currently investigating a fatal pedestrian strike in Virginia this morning.
Around 4am, police received reports that a 43-year-old woman had been struck by a vehicle on the Stuart Highway, around 500 metres north of Virginia Road, Virginia.
The vehicle stopped at the scene and the woman was declared deceased upon emergency services arrival.
Both inbound lanes of the Stuart highway have been closed and diversions are currently in place with traffic re-entering the highway at Morgan Road. It is expected diversions will remain in place until midday.
Anyone with information or dash-cam footage, particularly if you saw a pedestrian in that area this morning, is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P25126714.
The lives lost on Territory roads now stands at 10.
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Brigade Captain Ray McManus welcomed 80 guests, including past residents and former brigade members, who joined with current members, their families and community supporters to share memories and celebrate the occasion.
Arcadia is a rural community about halfway between Shepparton and Murchison.
Brigade member of 10 years, John Gribben, presented a history of the brigade since its inception in 1935, when it was known as Arcadia Rural Fire Brigade. John expanded his narrative to tell some of the stories of the disastrous Longwood bushfire of 1965.
Fortunately, this fire which started just south of the Arcadia area did not impact immediate farmland. The brigade’s major vehicle at this time was a farmer’s truck with a 1,500-litre tank and power pump on the back. Other equipment consisted of knapsacks and fire beaters.
The brigade was presented with its first tanker, an Austin Small Town unit, in 1977. This truck was upgraded with a later model Austin in 1983. In 1985, CFA replaced the Austin with a new Hino 3.2 tanker that served the brigade until 1998 when it was replaced with the latest model 2.5 Hino tanker. This is still the main firefighting unit for Arcadia Fire Brigade.
Commander Rohan Taylor from CFA District 22, congratulated the brigade and its members for service to the local and wider community over this lengthy period.
Rohan then presented long service awards which included eight medals of Life Membership to CFA.
“I felt privileged to be a part of this celebration and present brigade members with service awards including CFA Life Membership medals. These awards totalled more than 470 years of combined service, including John Kennedy’s 70-year CFA Life Membership.
“The day was well organised, and it was fantastic to see not only past and present brigade members there, but also so many community members joining in the celebrations.”
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Source: Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission
After years of planning, and two months near the Shackleton Ice Shelf, the Denman Marine Voyage has returned to Hobart with enough data and samples on board to keep scientists busy for years to come.
The DMV was RSV Nuyina’s first dedicated marine science voyage. It was also the first opportunity scientists working with the Australian Antarctic Program have had to study the waters around the Denman Glacier tongue.
The Denman Glacier is one of the largest but least-studied glaciers in East Antarctica and it is melting at a rapid rate. It holds enough ice to increase global sea levels by 1.5 metres if it melts completely.
“The Denman Marine Voyage seeks to fill a big hole in our understanding by collecting, for the first time, observations from the ocean next to one of the fastest retreating glaciers in East Antarctica,” Dr Laura Herraiz Borreguero, from CSIRO and the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership, said.
“We want to find out how vulnerable the Denman is to the warming ocean and the likelihood of it making a larger and faster contribution to sea level rise in the next few decades.“
The voyage was a collaborative effort involving 60 scientists from the Australian Centre for Excellence in Antarctic Science (ACEAS), the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership (AAPP), Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF) and the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD).
Science teams used many of RSV Nuyina’s 150 marine science systems to investigate the physical and chemical oceanography of the region, its biodiversity, geology and cloud forming processes.
Professor Jan Strugnell’s SAEF team used the ship’s beam trawl to investigate marine biodiversity around the Shackleton Ice Shelf.
“We’re interested in understanding the connectivity and diversity of marine life, particularly the marine life that lives on the seafloor around Antarctica,” Professor Strugnell said.
“We’re interested in understanding how different regions are connected, about source and sink populations, and the evolution of animals in this region. This information can be used to inform marine protected areas and conservation concerns.”
A more detailed look at SAEF’s project work on the DMV can be found here.
“They’re going to improve our models and develop our understanding of climate change”
It was the first time working at sea for many in the science teams. It was also the first time many of the ship’s marine science systems were deployed in the setting they were designed for.
“We knew Nuyina was an exceptionally capable vessel but to be able to put it to the test on this voyage and see it achieve and perform as well as it has, has been really gratifying,” Dr Stringer said.
Scientists will now take their samples back to the lab, where they’ll be analysed and written about for years to come.
Findings from the Denman Marine Voyage will complement those from the earlier Denman Terrestrial Campaign, which based scientists near the glacier’s inland reaches for two summers.
Dr Stringer said: “Together, they’re going to improve our models and develop our understanding of climate change and the affect it’s going to have on biodiversity in our region.”
For many on board, the science work was just one part of the experience.
“I think my favourite part of the voyage was seeing the community coming together,” Professor Lannuzel said.
“It didn’t matter which discipline or program you came from, everyone was united under one banner, and I think for me that was the highlight of the voyage.”
A full wrap of the Denman Marine Voyage can be found here.
A range of intriguing marine creatures, including this clio pyramidata – a type of sea snail – were captured using the ship’s wet well Photo: Pete Harmsen
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Source: New South Wales – News
Man arrested in Elizabeth Vale after fleeing in a stolen car.
About 12.30am this morning Friday 9 May, police observed a stolen car travelling on Henley Beach Road, Mile End.
The Honda sedan took off from patrols and was last seen in the back streets of Mile End.
Police sighted the car a short time later travelling on South Road towards the Port River Expressway.
With the assistance of PolAir and Dog Operations Unit the car was tracked to Main North Road where it was successfully spiked at the intersection of Park Terrace, Salisbury.
The car was dumped and three people were seen running from the car into nearby backstreets.
With the continued assistance of PolAir and Dog Operations PD Arlo located a 22-year-old man from Solomon Town nearby on Chaddenwick Road where he was arrested. He has been charged with unlawful possession and his bail has been refused and he will appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court later today.
Police conducted a search of the area and were unable to locate the following two suspects.
Police conducted vehicle checks on the Honda which showed that it had been stolen from a Brompton home last month.
Police ask anyone who may have CCTV or dash cam footage which may assist in the investigation to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Source: Tasmania Police
Issued: 7 May 2025
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is issuing a strong reminder to visitors about the serious consequences of illegal activity in State forests and national parks.
Rangers have observed a concerning increase in unsafe and unlawful behaviour across State forests and national parks including Wondai and Benarkin State Forests in recent months, with a number of fines issued over the Easter holiday period.
Of particular concern is the number of adults and children riding unregistered motorbikes, not holding valid driver licences and failing to wear helmets, increasing the risk of serious injury.
Rangers detected an increase in people camping without a permit which impacts on the visitor experience through overcrowding and places unnecessary pressure on facilities and amenities.
Recent enforcement activity has resulted in the issuing of several Penalty Infringement Notices (PINs) including:
QPWS Senior Ranger Luke stressed that the same rules that apply in public and on public roads also apply in state forests.
“These rules exist for a reason. Those who choose to disregard these regulations are putting themselves and others at risk, damaging these delicate ecosystems, and spoiling the camping experience for responsible visitors.
“A State forest is not a motocross track, and when people go off-road or ride dangerously, they put themselves at risk, destroy vegetation and cause erosion.
“You would not do it in the main street of Wondai, the local botanic gardens or your backyard, so don’t do it in a State forest or national park.”
Ranger Luke also highlighted the importance of camping permits.
“Permits help to prevent overcrowding, protect wildlife and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
“At just $7.25 per person, a permit is a small price to pay to camp in some of Queensland’s most spectacular locations. Camping illegally can end up being a very costly mistake and can result in a $322 fine.”
QPWS will continue to conduct regular patrols of State forests in the South Burnett including Wondai and Benarkin State Forests, and those caught breaking the law will face heavy penalties.
Any illegal activity in national parks and State forests can be reported anonymously by calling 1300 130 372.
Source: Tasmania Police
Issued: 6 May 2025
The 2.8m crocodile was removed from the wild following several reports from the local community.
A 2.8-metre estuarine crocodile has been captured in a baited trap on the Little Annan River near Cooktown on 27 April 2025.
Wildlife Rangers from the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) set the trap near Rossville on 24 April 2025, after receiving sighting reports from local residents.
Lindsay Delzoppo, DETSI’s Director Northern Wildlife Operations, said the crocodile had been declared a ‘problem crocodile’ and targeted for removal based on its size and location – near private campgrounds where people often swim.
“The fact that it had entered a baited trap after only three days, shows it must have been pretty hungry, he said.
“We’d like to thank the members of community who reported the crocodile sightings to us. Such information is vital for us to locate the animal promptly and assess that it needed to be targeted for removal,” Mr Delzoppo said.
“We would also like to thank the Cook Shire Council for their support and assistance while our wildlife rangers were investigating this and other crocodile sighting reports in the Cooktown area.
“The removal of this animal is a reminder that crocodiles are highly mobile and can turn up in places they may not have been seen for many years, especially after flooding.”
“People living on and visiting Cape York Peninsula should be aware that crocodiles may be present in any waterway, even if there are no warning signs.”
Cook Shire Council Mayor Robyn Holmes confirmed that wildlife rangers have successfully removed a crocodile from the Little Annan River, crediting strong collaboration between agencies.
“This is great news for the community,” Mayor Holmes said. “I want to thank the wildlife rangers not only for capturing the crocodile but also for educating the public and putting up recent sighting warning signs during their investigation.
“Thank you to everyone who reported sightings to DETSI. I encourage all residents to report any crocodile sightings—this helps protect our community.
“We live in crocodile territory. Staying alert and reporting sightings keeps everyone safer.”
Crocodiles can be reported by using the QWildlife app, completing a crocodile sighting report on the DETSI website, or by calling 1300 130 372. The department investigates every crocodile sighting report received.
Further information is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/animals/living-with/crocodiles/becrocwise
