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Source: New South Wales – News

On Wednesday 26 March, Investigators from the South Australian JACET, a joint taskforce between South Australia Police and Australian Federal Police, attended a southern suburbs address as a result of an online conversation between the accused and a covert online police officer.

Investigators and Digital Evidence Specialists arrested a 43-year-old man from the address.

Initial forensic digital examinations allegedly located child exploitation material on the man’s two mobile phones.

Further forensic examination will be conducted, and additional charges may be laid.

The arrested man was refused police bail and will appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court today.

Detective Senior Sergeant Graham Tomkins, Investigations Manager of JACET, stated, “Alongside our partner agencies, we are absolutely committed to prosecuting anyone who goes after our community’s most vulnerable.

“We maintain our online presence with an unwavering dedication to identify those who would prey on our children, who quite innocently are utilising the internet for a variety of reasons.

“It is confronting and challenging for the investigators to engage with such persons however the officers are relentless in their pursuit of those who believe they can operate on the internet and prey on our children.”

Members of the public who have information about people involved in child abuse and exploitation are urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.accce.gov.au/report

If you know abuse is happening right now or a child is at risk, call police immediately on Triple Zero (000).

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As the sun was setting over Safety Beach on Tuesday night crews from SES, CFA, Victoria Police, FRV, and members of the community worked together to free a dog that had become stuck in the rocks.

Crews responded just before 7pm and after a long and careful operation to remove Roxy from the rocks that create the breakwater for the entrance to Martha’s Cove, the crews were then faced with the challenge of getting the injured dog off the rocks. 

Roxy was unable to walk after her ordeal, the crews had the options of carrying Roxy over the rough terrain or waiting for a boat to arrive from Marine Rescue or Coast Guard to take her by sea. 

Light was fading quickly as a Jet Ski operator passed by slowly, allowing firefighters to ask his assistance.

He was happy to help however, the sore Roxy didn’t much like the idea of getting on board. 

Eventually a boat returning to the dock came along, hoping to be in by dark they were swept willingly into the rescue operation. 

With surgeon like precision, the boat’s captain manoeuvred his craft close to the rocks near the rescuers.

Roxy, safely in a stretcher, and her owner were then able to board the vessel and return safety to dock. 

“This is a great example of the community coming together to assist strangers, without question or hesitation” Commander Tony Ford said. 

“We really would like to thank the boat and Jet Ski operators for coming to the assistance of the rescue operation” he said. 

“And the good news is the Roxy was able to walk off the boat and jump in the family wagon waiting at the end of the pier.” 

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There’s an ongoing threat of terrorism in Belgium. The threat level issued by Belgian authorities remains at level 3 of 4 – ‘Serious’ (see ‘Safety’). Crowded places, such as music and cultural events, festivals, tourist areas, shopping areas, transport hubs, major sporting events and other public areas, are possible targets. Be vigilant in public places and follow the advice of local authorities. There are temporary border controls in place to travel into France and Germany from Belgium (see ‘Travel’).

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There’s an ongoing threat of terrorism in Austria. There have been terrorist attacks and arrests relating to planned attacks. Most recently, there was an attack in Villach in February 2025. Be vigilant in public places and follow the advice of local authorities. Report anything suspicious to the police.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Police investigating after man taken into custody at Goodwood

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 – 3:04 pm.

Police are continuing to investigate after a man was taken into custody at Goodwood earlier today.
About 9.30am police were called to a disturbance at a private residence at Claremont where a man was behaving erratically while in possession of an edged weapon.
The man then allegedly stole a vehicle and fled the scene before police arrived. Nobody was physically injured.
Police will allege the man then drove to Goodwood where he crashed into a building in the Technopark area and entered the premises.
Police arrived within minutes and the man was quickly taken into custody.
A woman, believed to have been known to the man, received minor injuries during an altercation with him.
She was taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital.
The building at Goodwood was evacuated and declared a crime scene.
A second crime scene was declared at the Claremont residence before police were called to a residence at West Moonah following reports of a fire. 
That property has also been declared a crime scene, and police are investigating whether the fire is connected to the incidents at Claremont and Goodwood.
Nobody was home at the time of the fire.
Inspector Jason Klug said the suspect -– a 55-year-old West Moonah man – remained in custody. 
“This is a concerning incident, involving a private workplace, and we recognise the impact this may have on staff as well as the broader community,” he said.      
“However, we’d like to reassure the public the suspect was quickly taken into custody and there is no ongoing threat.”
Anyone with information should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au

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Superannuation is intended to support people during their retirement. There are only a few situations where early access to super is permitted and if you take out your super without meeting these conditions, serious penalties could apply.

Illegal early access is the most significant regulatory risk impacting the SMSF sector, with an estimated $250.1 million in illegal early access from SMSFs in the 2021–22 period. It can have a significant impact on an individual’s retirement savings, result in additional tax, penalties, and interest.

To reduce illegal early access through SMSFs, we provide support and guidance on obligations as a trustee, review new registrants, and remove non-compliant SMSFs from SuperFund Lookup. If an SMSF is removed from SuperFund Lookup, it cannot receive contributions and may face liquidity issues.

If you’re a SMSF trustee and you illegally release benefits to a member who hasn’t met a condition of release, you may face administrative penalties and be disqualified as an SMSF trustee.

If you have illegally accessed your super or been involved in a scheme promoting illegal early access, contact us immediately using our voluntary disclosure service. We will take your voluntary disclosure and circumstances into account when determining any penalties.

We also investigate late or non-lodgements of SMSF annual returns (SARs) as that can be an indicator to us that SMSF members may be illegally accessing their super early and it raises questions about the trustees’ ability to fulfill their obligations and the purpose of having an SMSF.

We continue to collaborate with ASIC to identify non-compliant funds and take corrective actions.

For more information, we have a factsheet (PDF, 157 KB)This link will download a file to help individuals understand:

• permitted reasons you can access your super
• risks of accessing your super early
• steps to take if someone offers to help you access your super early.

Prohibited loans

Loans to members are prohibited under the law and can result in significant penalties, regardless of whether repayments are made.

In the 2021–22 financial year, the amount inappropriately withdrawn from SMSFs via prohibited loans was estimated to be $231.7 million.

Looking for the latest news for SMSFs? – You can stay up to date by visiting our SMSF newsroom and subscribingExternal Link to our monthly SMSF newsletter.

Source: Australian Green Party

NSW Health is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after being notified of a confirmed case who was infectious while visiting locations at Sydney Airport and western NSW.
The case recently returned from South East Asia where there are ongoing outbreaks of measles in several countries including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
People who were on board the below flight or attended the following locations at the times stated should watch for the development of symptoms. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.
​Wednesday 19 March 2025

Jetstar Flight JQ62 departed Ho Chi Minh City at 10:30pm on Tuesday 18 March 2025, arriving in Sydney at 10:50am on Wednesday 19 March 2025
Sydney International Airport arrivals terminal and baggage claim from 11:00am to 12:00pm

Friday 21 March 2025

Ochre Medical Centre Parkes, 335 Clarinda St, Parkes from 10:15am to 11:15am

Monday 24 March 2025 

Parkes Health Service Emergency Department, 2 Morrissey Way, Parkes 12:00pm midday to 7:00pm

Dr Victor Carey, Western NSW Local Health District Public Health Physician said anyone who visited the above locations at those times should monitor for symptoms.​
“Measles is a vaccine preventable disease that is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes,” Dr Carey said.
“Symptoms to watch out for include fever, sore eyes, runny nose and a cough, usually followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the head and face to the rest of the body.”
“It can take up to 18 days for symptoms to appear after an exposure, so it’s important for people who visited these locations to look out for symptoms up until 11 April 2025.
“It’s important for people to stay vigilant if they’ve been exposed, and if they develop symptoms, to please call ahead to their GP or emergency department to ensure they do not spend time in the waiting room with other patients.
“We want to remind the community to make sure they are up to date with their vaccinations. The measles vaccine can prevent the disease even after exposure, if given early enough.
“This should be a reminder for everyone to check that they are protected against measles, which is highly infectious.
“Anyone born after 1965 needs to ensure they have had two doses of measles vaccine. This is especially important before overseas travel, as measles outbreaks are occurring in several regions of the world at the moment.”
The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and effective, and is given free for children at 12 and 18 months of age. It is also free in NSW for anyone born after 1965 who hasn’t already had two doses.
Children under the age of 12 months can have their first dose of MMR up to six months earlier if they are travelling to areas with a high risk for measles. Parents should consult their GP.
People who are unsure of whether they have had two doses should get a vaccine, as additional doses are safe. This is particularly important prior to travel. MMR vaccine is available from GPs (all ages) and pharmacies (people over 5 years of age).
For more information on measles, view the measles factsheet.
If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. ​

Source: Historic Cooma Gaol listed on the NSW State Heritage Register

The Albanese Government and the Crisafulli Government will fund the establishment of a new Academy for Health Sciences in Rockhampton.

The Academy will help to fast track high-achieving local students into careers as doctors, nurses, paramedics and allied health professionals.

This is an investment to strengthen Medicare and boost the pipeline of health workers in regional Queensland.

The Academy will cater for students from Years 10 to 12 and connect them to professionals in health sciences and research.

The Albanese Government will support the establishment of the Academy through a $80 million investment, towards the Crisafulli Government’s existing commitment to deliver this key regional project.

The Crisafulli Government will seek to establish a direct partnership with Central Queensland University. 

This will also allow students to gain credit for university health science degrees while still at school, and follow their passion for health sciences without needing to move away from their families or communities.

The recent record number of graduates to progress through Queensland’s Regional Medical Pathway program demonstrates the strong pipeline of home-grown future health professionals outside metropolitan areas.

The Rockhampton campus will be the first regionally-based Queensland Academy, and demonstrates the Crisafulli and Albanese Government’s commitment to restoring and strengthening regional health services.

The details of the Academy’s implementation are under consideration by the Crisafulli Government, with the final location to be determined through further planning and consultation.

Comment attributable to Minister Clare: 

“This is an important investment which will support young people in Central Queensland to become nurses, paramedics and doctors. 

“This is all about building a better and fairer education system and strengthening the pipeline of key workers that regional Queensland needs.”

Comment attributable to Minister King:

“The Albanese Government is delivering the infrastructure and facilities our communities need. 

“This health sciences academy is part of our landmark investment in Central Queensland, alongside the $7.2 billion being invested by the Australian Government in the Bruce Highway safety upgrade.”

Comment attributable to Minister Langbroek: 

“This funding contribution from the Albanese Government is incredibly significant, coupled with the planning and consultation work we’ve already done, this election commitment is well underway.

“The Academy will help students across Central Queensland who are interested in a health career to connect with professionals in health sciences and research.

“I look forward to continuing to work with State Health Minister Tim Nicholls and our local MPs to fulfill our commitment to deliver this vital project for Central Queensland.”

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

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Take part in the City’s annual Community Waste Drop-Off Weekend on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April 2025 at the Ashby Operations Centre.