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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has recovered three stolen motor vehicles and arrested an 18-year-old male in relation to property offences in Alice Springs last Thursday.

About 6am, police were notified that an unknown number of offenders allegedly unlawfully entered a Government facility in Ciccone and stole three vehicles from the premises.

Strike Force Viper members took carriage of the investigation and identified that one of the vehicles, a white Toyota Hilux, was allegedly used in a ram raid at a grocery store.

Later that day at 3:30pm, the vehicle was recovered abandoned in scrubland behind Hidden Valley Camp and about 10:40pm at night, police apprehended an 18-year-old male in relation to the two incidents. He has since been charged with Burglary, Damage to property, Ram raid and Theft and was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court tomorrow.

A short time later, about 11:25pm, police received reports of one of the stolen vehicles allegedly driving erratically in Alice Springs CBD. A short time later, the vehicle was located bogged in the Charles Creek riverbed and police coordinated a response with members from Territory Safety Division and Strike Force Viper with the use of a drone and located and apprehended 3 male youths, two aged 13-years-old and a 17-year-old nearby. They were conveyed into the care of a responsible adult.

The final vehicle, a white Toyota Troop Carrier, was recovered abandoned on Undoolya Road.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force are investigating after a death in Nightcliff this afternoon. 

Around 5:15pm, it is alleged that an unknown male was stealing items from a supermarket on Progress Drive, Nightcliff.

A 71-year-old owner of the store allegedly confronted the male and asked him to return the items before the male allegedly stabbed him with an edged weapon and fled the scene on a bicycle.

Patrons inside the shop provided initial first aid and immediately contacted police.

Emergency Services responded immediately and attended the scene where CPR was commenced, and the 71-year-old man was pronounced deceased.

At this stage, police believe they have identified the offender, and efforts are currently underway to locate him.

Detectives are urging anyone who has information to make contact on 131 444 or make an anonymous report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, and quote reference P25111518.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Today, a member of the Northern Territory Police Force was served a Notice to Appear in relation to an incident that occurred in March 2025.

The 33-year-old Constable is scheduled to appear in Darwin Local Court on 28 June 2025 on a single charge of Aggravated Assault contrary to section 188 of the Northern Territory Criminal Code Act 1983.

The member is currently suspended with pay and was off duty at the time of the incident.

Please be aware that the matter is currently under investigation. Due to the case being before the courts, no additional information will be provided at this time.

This update is in accordance with the NT Police Transparency Guidelines.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 42-year-old male in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Nhulunbuy on Saturday evening.

Around 8:45pm, police received a report that a male had assaulted another male family member causing the 70-year-old victim to fall and hit his head.

Police and St John Ambulance attended the scene, and the victim was stabilised before being conveyed to Gove District Hospital with a severe head injury.

The 70-year-old was later transported to Royal Darwin Hospital where he remains in a critical condition.

A 42-year-old male has since been arrested and charged with Unlawfully cause serious harm and Aggravated assault.

He is due to appear in court on Thursday 24 April 2025.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence, please reach out on 131 444 or in an emergency call 000. You can also anonymously report through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: New South Wales – News

The collision occurred on the Horrocks Highway, Templers, just before 6pm on Wednesday 23 April.

The highway is closed to all traffic in both directions between Roseworthy Road and Templers Road.

Motorists are asked to find an alternate route.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 23 Apr 2025

The Queensland Government has added a new function to the QWildlife app, allowing marine strandings across the state to be reported in real time to the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI).

Launched in 2020, the highly popular and successful QWildlife app that allows people to report crocodile sightings and koala sightings to DETSI has been expanded to include marine strandings.

People can now report stranding incidents along Queensland’s vast coastline and include the time and date along with photographs of stranded marine animals, such as turtles, sharks and marine mammals.

This citizen science information will help DETSI to better understand marine strandings across the state and will ensure the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and local wildlife carer groups can be activated quickly to respond to stranded marine life.

QPWS Assistant Director-General Andrew Buckley said marine animals strand for several reasons, including illness or disease, predation and human intervention such as boat strike or entanglement in fishing equipment.

“This new function of the QWildlife app demonstrates the Queensland Government’s commitment to protecting and conserving our extraordinary marine animals,” he said.

“I encourage all residents and visitors to our coastal areas to download and use the QWildlife app to report sightings of stranded marine animals.

“Your contributions are essential in understanding and enhancing the conservation and welfare of marine life across our coastline.

“The Marine Stranding functionality of the QWildlife app promotes community involvement and also represents a crucial step in marine conservation.

“Its ability to collect real-time data will be invaluable in guiding our conservation strategies, marine life rescues and to mitigate human intervention.”

Chief Technology Officer Peter Reyne from software development firm GP One said the new function would add a vital element to the QWildlife app.

“The crocodile and koala functions of the QWildlife app have provided critical information about those species and extending that for marine life conservation was the next step,” Mr Reyne said.

“We anticipate that the addition of Marine Strandings to the QWildlife app will significantly improve the Queensland Government’s ability to respond to our treasured sea creatures when they strand.”

The QWildlife app can be downloaded by visiting the app store or Google Play.

View more information on downloading the QWildlife app to report a marine animal stranding, Marine wildlife strandings including strandings data.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 22 Apr 2025

Several of Queensland’s most promising enterprises can now accelerate their scale up journey through a new pilot  program.

Ten innovative businesses have been selected to take part in the next stage of Advance Queensland and Deloitte’s Ignite+ Scale program, following a successful three-day workshop with 29 of Queensland’s leading scaleups.

The initiative will provide tailored, flexible and expert support to the selected enterprises, to help speed up their business growth.

Through one-on-one capability development, online workshops, scaleup masterclasses and specialist deep dive coaching sessions, the businesses will gain the tools and guidance needed to expand their operations and market presence, while increasing revenue.

The other businesses that attended the three-day workshop will also receive coaching sessions and ecosystem events to support their continued growth.

The businesses encompass industries including advanced manufacturing, financial technology (FinTech), service, e-commerce, technology, waste management and renewable energy.

The 10 enterprises currently operate in 16 different regions globally, with a focus on expanding into the United Kingdom, United States, Europe and the Middle East.

During the three-day workshop, businesses heard from expert presenters and guest speakers who offered compelling insights and practical resources on strategy development, financial management and team culture.

Acting Deputy Director-General of Innovation Tony King said these ambitious businesses made a great impression at the three-day intensive workshop and the ongoing capability development will make a big difference.

“The Ignite+ Scale program equips businesses with the strategies, guidance and resources needed to accelerate and maximise their scaleup journey,” he said.

“I’m excited to see these promising enterprises expand their operations, enter more overseas markets and showcase what Queensland innovators have to offer on the world stage.”

Program participant Alistair Hart, founder of geospatial technology company Mangoesmapping said this opportunity to access industry knowledge will be important to help expand his innovative business interstate and internationally.

“We learnt a lot from the three-day workshop and are really enthusiastic about the journey ahead with this program. I want to express my gratitude to the Queensland Government for supporting innovative businesses and am grateful that we have been selected among the 10 companies,” he said.

“Being able to build a strategy and proactively plan for increased customer demand as we grow will be so valuable.

“Knowing how to proactively and effectively manage business growth will ensure Mangoesmapping is sustainable into the future.”

View more information about the Ignite+ Scale Program.

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We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Saudi Arabia. Higher levels apply in some areas.

For the 2025 Hajj season, local authorities have introduced additional arrangements and restrictions for foreign travellers. This includes not entering or staying in Makkah between 29 April and 10 June and the requirement that all Umrah pilgrims must depart Saudi Arabia by 29 April 2025 (see ’Travel’ for more information). There are vaccination requirements for visitors travelling to Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah or visit Holy Mosques (see ‘Health’).

Demonstrations and protests are illegal in Saudi Arabia, and there may be severe penalties for participation. Avoid all demonstrations and protests should they occur (see ‘Safety’).

Source: New South Wales – News

Following investigations, today, Wednesday 23 April, police officers from SAPOL’s Public Protection Branch arrested a 41-year-old Evanston man and charged him with four counts of stalking and seven counts of indecent assault.

The incidents allegedly occurred in the northern suburbs of Adelaide.

The man’s vehicle, which was allegedly used in the commission of the offences, has been seized by police.

The arrested man was refused police bail and will appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on Thursday 24 April.

Detective Acting Chief Inspector Luke Smith reminds the public to be aware of their surroundings and trust their instincts.

“If you see any suspicious behaviour or vehicles, report it as soon as possible on the police assistance line on 131 444, or Triple Zero in an emergency.”

Source: New South Wales Government 2

23 April 2025

Who does this notice affect?

This notice affects importers, freight forwarders, biosecurity industry participants, accredited persons operating under the department’s approved arrangement class 19, National Plant Protection Organisations (NPPOs) and pre-border biosecurity treatment providers.

What is changing?

As advised in…