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Source: New South Wales – News

Police were called by reports of a suspicious motorbike loitering in Queen Street, Walkerville just after 3am on Tuesday 1 April.

When the patrol started speaking with the rider, he became aggressive and additional officers arrived to assist.

It will be alleged the rider then rode the motorcycle down the narrow one-way street at police.  One officer accidentally put his hand through a window as he leapt out of the way.  The police officer sustained a laceration to the hand and was treated in hospital.  Fortunately, his injury does not appear serious at this time.

The Kawasaki rode off.

Police were later called to a Clearview address about 4.15am and located the man at the property.

The 27-year-old Para Hills man was arrested and charged with riding in a manner dangerous to the public, acts to endanger life, riding unlicensed, unregistered and uninsured, with no number plates or helmet, and breach of bail.

He was refused police bail and will appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court later today.

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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to an aggravated assault that occurred in Alice Springs early on Saturday morning.

Just after 12am on Saturday, a group of unknown male youths were allegedly causing a disturbance on Todd Street when a nearby adult male engaged with the group, encouraging them to leave the area. It is alleged one of the unknown youths subsequently threw a scooter at him, striking him in the head and causing him to lose consciousness.

Security personnel from a nearby venue provided first aid to the victim before St John Ambulance arrived and conveyed him to hospital.

The group of youths fled the scene prior to police arrival.

Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

At approximately 10pm on Friday night, the Northern Territory Police Force’s Search and Rescue Section (SRS) assisted the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) in coordinating a response to an unregistered EPIRB activation approximately 70km northeast of Borroloola, in the remote area of Pellew Islands.

An AMSA Challenger rescue aircraft was deployed by JRCC from Cairns to support aerial search efforts, while on-water assistance was provided by local mariners from King Ash Bay.

At around 1am, an overturned landing craft was located from the air, with a 55-year-old man clinging to the hull. The responding vessel from King Ash Bay reached the scene shortly after and successfully rescued the man, who was in good health despite being stranded for nearly four hours.

The rescue was complicated by the area’s remoteness and hostile environment with saltwater crocodiles populating the region.

Search Coordinator, Acting Sergeant Chris Grotherr from the SRS, said, “While the activation of the EPIRB played a key role in the successful rescue, it was the swift action and support from King Ash Bay locals that ultimately ensured the man’s survival. Their knowledge of the area and willingness to assist authorities in rescuing a fellow Territorian cannot be overstated”.

The cause of the incident remains unknown, however initial indications suggest that vessel overloading and rough sea conditions may have contributed and will be the subject of a marine incident report via Marine Safety NT.

This incident serves as a timely reminder for all mariners to ensure their EPIRBs are current and registered with AMSA.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 14-year-old male after an aggravated burglary in Katherine overnight.

About 8:15pm, police received reports of an unlawful entry from a relative of an elderly resident living in Katherine South.

The resident awoke to noise and upon further inspection noticed the door had been damaged and her mobile phone and set of keys were missing. She used her medical alert device to call family, who notified police.

Katherine general duties and Dog Operations Unit members attended the residence and conducted patrols nearby. The alleged offender was apprehended a short time later and was found in possession of a number of stolen keys and an edged weapon.

Senior Sergeant Glenn Leafe said “Investigations remain ongoing into this incident as there were several sets of keys found in possession of the alleged offender.

“This lady did an excellent job seeking help, and her family acted promptly to ensure police could apprehend this young person nearby, preventing further offending. This type of conduct is not tolerated in our community and we will continue to investigate and put offenders before the court”

Police urge anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour to contact police on 131 444. In an emergency call 000. You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to stolen motor vehicles that were sighted driving dangerously in Alice Springs early this morning.

At 4:15am, police CCTV operators sighted two vehicles being driven recklessly on Todd Street in Alice Springs. One of the vehicles, a white Haval SUV, was allegedly driving behind a security vehicle and attempting to ram it, however no contact was made. The second vehicle, a silver Mazda hatchback, was following closely behind the SUV.

The two vehicles subsequently left the area and were last sighted travelling towards East Side. Police commenced investigations and Strike Force Viper members located both vehicles a short time later abandoned on Coolibah Crescent. Both have been seized to undergo forensic examination.

Police attended the registered address of the vehicles in East Side and confirmed they had been stolen earlier in the night.

Members from the Dog Operations Unit, Strike Force Viper and general duties conducted area patrols to locate the unknown offenders, however they currently remain outstanding.

Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference P25087519. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating after multiple disturbances occurred in Wadeye on Saturday afternoon.

Around 12pm, local police members responded to a growing disturbance between families in the community. The incident continued throughout the afternoon before the group was dispersed.

A short time later, the unrest continued and additional resources from Peppimenarti and Territory Support Division were deployed to assist, and the groups were again separated.

Police have not received any reports of injuries at this stage; however, multiple edged and makeshift weapons have been seized from properties.

Investigations remain ongoing.

Senior Sergeant Erica Gibson said, “This level of violence is simply not acceptable.

“We are working closely with Traditional Owners and other stakeholders to enhance community engagement to ease tensions within the community.”

Source: New South Wales – News

Police and emergency services were called to the intersection of Wakefield Street and Frome Street, Adelaide about 9.30pm on Sunday 30 March by reports of a collision.

It is believed the pedestrian was crossing Wakefield Street when he was struck by a Nissan four-wheel drive, then by a second vehicle, a Mazda station wagon.

Sadly, the 65-year-old Adelaide man died at the scene.

The driver of the Nissan, a 61-year-old Mitchell Park man, was arrested by Major Crash officers and charged with cause death by careless driving.  He was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 18 June.

The driver of the Mazda, a 20-year-old Hillcrest man, is assisting police with their enquiries.

Both vehicles were towed from the scene for forensic examination.

Major Crash Investigation Section has released two images of two separate cars following an investigation.

Following the initial collision between the Nissan utility and the pedestrian a dark sedan with a spoiler on the rear and a white SUV were seen in CCTV footage to pass through the collision scene in a westerly direction.

These two vehicles are not believed to be involved in the collision (images below).

Police are appealing for the driver of both vehicles or any other witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Please reference 25-034M.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 31 Mar 2025

Dozens of university researchers and business stakeholders have been honing their partnership building expertise at masterclass events in Rockhampton, to support more regional Queensland research projects to get off the ground.

Over the past six weeks, 35 researchers from across the state have been taking part in the Regional University Industry Collaboration (RUIC) program masterclass series held at CQUniversity (CQU) and James Cook University (JCU).

The $7 million Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) initiative delivered by CSIRO, aims to transform project ideas in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, into impactful real-world solutions.

Research leaders have been given the skills and tools to effectively identify, approach, engage and collaborate with small to medium enterprises (SMEs) across regional Queensland – assisting them during the research and development stages of a concept – from ideation to commercialisation.

Queensland Chief Scientist Professor Kerrie Wilison said these masterclasses are expected to equip researchers and business-minded individuals with the knowledge and strategies to effectively transform scientific ideas into viable commercial ventures.

“This program increases opportunities for business and industry investment in science and recognises and supports entrepreneurship,” she said.

“The RUIC program promotes economic growth in Queensland’s regional areas, ensuring that local SMEs remain competitive and continue to thrive.

“We want to boost regional collaboration between businesses and researchers, to grow industry engagement across the state and get more projects launched.”

CQUniversity Regional Futures Executive Director Paul Hodgson said the RUIC program is an excellent platform to develop relationships between regional universities and SMEs.

“As a regional university, CQUniversity is proudly focused on delivering ‘research with impact’, which is only possible through strong partnerships with industry, particularly SMEs,” he said.

“The RUIC masterclass series was a timely and critical process in upskilling the engagement capability and confidence of our researchers to deliver sustained impact into the future”.

View further details on the Regional University Industry Collaboration program.

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