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Arrest – Domestic Violence – Beswick

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a man in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Beswick overnight.

Around 7:40pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a 34-year-old man, armed with a shovel, was attempting to gain entry to the local clinic where his female partner was sheltering.

Further reports were also received that the man had damaged another location in the community with an angle grinder, including cars.

Local police responded and arrested the man nearby without incident. He remains in custody and is expected to be charged later today.

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or visit your local station. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.

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TORRS GAP ROAD, REDHILL (Grass Fire)

Source: South Australia County Fire Service

Issued on
25 Nov 2025 11:36

Warning area
Redhill  near Augusta Highway in the states Mid North approximately 4kms west of Redhill township .

Warning level
Advice – Stay Informed

Action
Monitor local conditions and stay informed if you are in this area. Decide what you will do if the situation changes.

At this time there is no threat to life or property and firefighters are attending this fire.

More information will be provided by the CFS when it is available.

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First stage of Garran Primary School complete

Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory




First stage of Garran Primary School complete – Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

















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Released 25/11/2025

The ACT Government is building the education infrastructure our growing city needs, delivering modern facilities for staff and students at a bigger and better Garran Primary School.

New classrooms, junior and senior libraries, rooftop garden and a dedicated science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) laboratory are among the key features of the first stage of the $107.85 million Garran Primary School expansion and modernisation project.

Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Education and Early Childhood Yvette Berry said the ACT Government was delivering a high-quality education environment that meets the needs of a growing population and will support students and families for generations to come.

“This is a school built for the future of Woden,” Minister Berry said.

“This new campus delivers modern, inclusive and sustainable learning spaces designed in collaboration with the school community.

“The natural-light classrooms will boost students’ wellbeing and facilitate positive outcomes, while the libraries and STEAM lab will help students reach their full potential.”

Other notable features of the campus include:

  • Rooftop garden: first ACT public school with a rooftop garden for outdoor learning and relaxation
  • Walkways: covered walkways to connect areas in all weather
  • Art installations: inspired by local flora and fauna
  • New main entrance: relocated to Kitchener Street to improve traffic flow
  • Improved transport facilities: including pick-up and drop-off bay, electric vehicle charging, secure bike storage, a boom gate and 65-space car parking
  • Sensory spaces: Internal and external sensory spaces, a multi-faith room and community room
  • Cultural design elements: honouring Ngunnawal land and song lines.

Minister Berry said the new Garran Primary School campus created spaces that are not only beautiful but are also proven to support student development.

“The rooftop garden and STEAM lab are examples of how thoughtful design can encourage creativity and collaboration,” Minister Berry said.

“The ACT Government is investing in our young people and giving them the best opportunity to succeed.”

The next stage of the Garran Primary School modernisation project will deliver a double gymnasium, new canteen, music and drama spaces, outdoor play areas, hard courts, further landscaping and 80 additional parking spaces.

The school will be able to cater for up to 975 students across pre-school to Year 6, up from its current capacity of 600 students, once the second stage of the project is completed.

The full modernisation and expansion of Garran Primary School is expected to be completed by late 2026.

– Statement ends –

Yvette Berry, MLA | Media Releases

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Great outdoor dining spots to visit this summer

Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory

  • This article lists Canberra pubs and restaurants with nice outdoor areas.
  • Canberra has lots of food venues great for gatherings in summer.
  • Support local when you celebrate festive season this year by visiting a Canberra restaurant or bar.

The warmer weather has arrived, and it’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine.

Looking for a venue to gather with your friends or family this summer? We’ve rounded up some great options.

Here are 10 local venues, perfect for summer dining:

This elevated southside pub is a great spot for end of year gatherings, with food, drinks and games.

They have a spacious beer garden surrounded by vines to keep you sheltered while you enjoy the warm weather.

Assembly’s beer garden is a great place to gather with friends in the sun.

With plenty of shaded tables, you can settle in for celebrations and enjoy some great pub food.

There’s no need to travel to wine country this summer, when there’s a Contentious Character cellar door in town.

Sip on Contentious Character wine paired with some cheese or lunch in the outdoor courtyard.

We might not have a beach, but the foreshore is the next best place to gather this summer.

Grab your friends and head to The Dock for a delicious pub meal and a nice cold drink by the water.

The Jetty’s beer garden is open every summer.

Enjoy beautiful views of Canberra, while you indulge from great selection of food trucks, drinks and live music regularly – it’s a great place to enjoy the warm weather.

The Garden Bar at The Kingston Hotel is a great spot to enjoy the warm weather.

The spacious courtyard offers plenty of shaded seating and its own outdoor bar.

Pilot has opened an outdoor wine and cocktail bar just in time for summer.

Located just outside Pilot, The Other Place is a great spot to get a drink before or after dining at the main restaurant or settle in for a wine and share plates in the sun.

This elevated corner pub is a Canberra favourite.

Located centrally, stylish interiors, and great food and drink – what’s not to love?

The spacious shaded outdoor area is a great area to spend time with friends in summer.

Rosa’s is an outdoor bar located in the Senate Gardens.

They serve pizza, nibbles, drinks and more.

The relaxed atmosphere makes it the perfect summer get together spot. There’s lots of shaded seating options, beautiful garden views and music.

Picture this – you and your mates are the deck, soaking up the warm weather and enjoying a cold drink and great pub food.

With plenty of inside and shaded outdoor seating, bowls and live sport on TV, the RUC is the perfect summer dining spot.

What’s summer dining without fish and chips on the menu?

With outdoor seating or the option to lay out on the lawns on your own picnic rug while you enjoy lake views, Snapper is a great dining option for the summertime.

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Final municipalities in the south west to enter Fire Danger Period

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

The Fire Danger Period will commence at 1am Monday, 8 December 2025 for the following municipalities in the state’s south west.

  • Glenelg Shire Council
  • Southern Grampians Shire Council
  • Moyne Shire Council
  • Warrnambool City Council
  • Colac Otway Shire Council
  • Corangamite Shire Council

Residents in these areas are encouraged to prepare their properties ahead of the Fire Danger Period (FDP) coming into effect.

CFA Deputy Chief Officer South West Region Adrian Gutsche said now is the time to remove dead and excess vegetation from around your property and to get your family fire ready.  

“While we’ve had some welcomed rain recently, we are still concerned this has caused additional grass growth, and as we head into warmer weather, this will soon dry out and add to the already underlying fire risk,” Adrian said.

“We’re really encouraging residents to keep their grass short, clear out their gutters and ensure any private burn-offs are completed safely and responsibly before restrictions come into effect.

“Using council green waste disposal services or returning mulched vegetation to gardens away from the house is a great way to dispose of your green waste.”

A recent 2,401-hectare fire at Mt Richmond in Victoria’s far south-west serves as a reminder of just how easily bushfires can spread through thick dead vegetation in drought conditions, even with high levels of moisture from recent rainfall.

“While it is looking greener in our region, underneath it is still dry, and on hot, windy days grassfires could ignite and travel quickly,” Adrian said.

“We ask that residents do not get complacent and remain informed via the VicEmergency App and are aware of the fire danger ratings in their local area.

“Sit down with your families to understand what your plan will be this summer should a fire arise.”

Those needing to burn-off around their properties are reminded to check weather conditions are suitable before lighting up.

Those conducting burn-offs must notify authorities online at the Fire Permits Victoria website (www.firepermits.vic.gov.au), or by calling 1800 668 511.

By registering your burn-off online, you allow emergency call takers to allocate more of their time taking calls from people who need emergency assistance immediately.

No burning off is permitted during the FDP without a Permit to Burn, which can be applied for through the Fire Permits Victoria website at firepermits.vic.gov.au.

For more information on preparing your property and understanding local fire restrictions, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au.

Fire Danger Period information:

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393-2025: *Update* Scheduled Service Disruption: Sunday 30 November 2025 – COLS, MARS, PEBS

Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture

25 November 2025

Who does this notice affect?

All importers and customs brokers who will be required to lodge imported cargo documentation to the department for biosecurity assessment during this planned maintenance period (e.g. clients required to use the Cargo Online Lodgement System (COLS)).

All importers of plants, cats and/or dogs who will be required to use the Post Entry Biosecurity System (PEBS) during this planned maintenance period.

All shipping agents or…

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KENNETT ROAD, TAYLORVILLE COMPLEX (Cover Assignment)

Source: South Australia County Fire Service

TAYLORVILLE COMPLEX

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24 Nov 2025 20:56

Taylorville Fires

The CFS is currently responding to multiple grass and scrub fires burning on pastoral lands north of Waikerie in the Riverland. These fires are burning in remote and difficult to access areas, and are expected to burn for a number of days to come. These fires do not currently pose a risk to the community, however are causing a large amount of smoke to drift across the Riverland and are visible from quite a distance away. CFS firefighters supported by heavy machinery will work over coming days to bring these fires under control. CFS has been supported this evening by aircraft from Victoria in mapping the fires, and providing aerial intelligence to support ground crews.

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Man’s body located near Federation Peak

Source: Tasmania Police

Man’s body located near Federation Peak

Monday, 24 November 2025 – 5:57 pm.

Sadly, police have recovered the body of a bushwalker from Tasmania’s Southwest this afternoon.
Authorities were notified this morning after the man’s body was found by another bushwalker near Federation Peak shortly before 10am.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter was dispatched to the scene and the deceased man – since identified as a 39-year-old from New South Wales – was retrieved from the area early this afternoon.
He had been due to return from Federation Peak yesterday, and friends contacted police today after he failed to return as planned.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the Coroner.

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Schoolies 2025 Wrap Up

Source: South Australia Police

Police encouraged good times and safe choices at Schoolies 2025, and that is what occurred with no school leavers arrested or reported for any offences, and no weapons detected.

South Australia Police (SAPOL) conducted Operation Schoolies to focus on community, road and school leaver safety in the region between Friday 21 and Sunday 23 November 2025.

Hills Fleurieu Region police, supported by Dog Operations, Mounted Operations, Traffic Service Branch and Licencing Enforcement Branch worked together with their emergency service partners to deliver a safe event across the Victor Harbor region this weekend.

Throughout the festival 111 school leavers were screened by metal detectors and thankfully no weapons were identified.

Amongst this school leaver cohort there were 17 expiations, with 12 for drinking in dry zones, two for urinating in a public place and two for possessing liquor in a dry zone.

Unfortunately, Police detected two school leavers in possession of illicit drugs. Those school leavers have received drug diversions and police will work with them and their families to best ensure no future offending occurs. One school leaver was found in possession of cannabis and an expiation notice was issued.

Every year there are non-school leaver attendees. This year one non-school leaver was reported for breaching a bail curfew.

Operation Commander, Superintendent Joanne Howard said she was incredibly pleased with the behaviour of most school leavers.

“It is pleasing this year’s school leavers have had a great time, behaved respectfully and returned home safely, ready to start the holidays,” Superintendent Howard said.

“We would like to thank the Victor Harbor community for their generous engagement with school leavers and acknowledge Encounter Youth’s Green Team volunteers’ dedication to delivering a safe and great event.”

On the roads surrounding Schoolies, police conducted 499 driver screening tests resulting in three positive drink driving offences and zero positives drug tests.

One non-school leaver was arrested for disobeying reasonable direction, drink driving and disorderly behaviour. Another non-school leaver was reported for drink driving. Both received an instant loss of licence, and had their vehicles impounded.

One school leaver was expiated for drink driving in breach their Provisional Licence conditions.

School leavers will now be thinking about their futures. Regardless of what directions they move into, SAPOL encourages everyone to carry the ‘safe choices’ motto into the future.

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BIRCHMORE ROAD, BIRCHMORE (Grass Fire)

Source: South Australia County Fire Service

Issued on
24 Nov 2025 15:38

Warning area
Birchmore Road and Beinke Way in Birchmore, 7km west of Nepean Bay on Kagaroo Island.

Warning level
Advice – Stay Informed

Action
Monitor local conditions and stay informed if you are in this area. Decide what you will do if the situation changes.

At this time there is no threat to life or property and firefighters are attending this fire.

More information will be provided by the CFS when it is available.