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Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 12 January 2026 9:41am

Original publication: Monday, 12 January 2026 9:41am

Source: Tasmania Police

Man drowns at Kettering

Monday, 12 January 2026 – 10:38 pm.

Sadly, a 79 year old man from the Tasman Peninsula has died after a drowning incident at Kettering in the state’s south this evening.
 
Police and emergency services were called to the beach shortly about 6.20pm after reports a man had fallen in the water from a vessel.
 
Sadly, despite efforts from bystanders and medical assistance, the man could not be revived and was pronounced deceased at the scene. 
 
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
 
Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 40-year-old male in relation to multiple thefts and a stolen motor vehicle incident this morning in Palmerston.

Around 6:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received reports that a till was missing from a cash register at supermarket on Temple Terrace. It is alleged that staff from the store noticed the till missing before entering the staff room and locating an adult male inside the room and escorted him out before contacting police.

A short time later, at 6:55am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports that an adult male had entered the yard of a residence in Woodroffe, where he allegedly attempted to steal a vehicle parked in the driveway. A four-year-old child was in the back seat at the time, before the offender reversed out of the driveway and stalled the vehicle.

The child’s father chased the vehicle and was able to enter it and apprehend the offender before contacting police.

Police attended and arrested the 40-year-old offender, who was found to be in possession of items stolen from the supermarket in the previous incident.

He remains in police custody with charges expected to follow.

Police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444, quoting reference number NTP260003831.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Police continue to hold concern for the welfare of 44-year-old Angelo.

He was last seen around 8:05pm entering a service station along Bagot Road, Ludmilla Saturday 3 January 2026.

Police and Angelo’s family are calling for anyone who knows his whereabouts to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number NTP2600002410.

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

In the midst of a fire emergency, it is acknowledged that the focus must be on community and supporting our volunteers and staff to continue doing what they do best in protecting Victorian communities.

However, in response to recent commentary regarding CFA funding and preparedness, the CFA disputes claims that funding to CFA has been cut and our volunteers and brigades are not prepared for the current fire season.

The CFA budget has in fact increased year on year since Fire Service Reform in 2020, including an additional $20.3million this financial year. In addition, on advice from the Chief Officer, the Board sought from Government additional funds to heighten readiness and community preparedness in the face of this challenging fire season. This request was met with an additional $11.6million of supplementary funding for Strategic Bulk Water Supply and a statewide community engagement and awareness campaign; “Get Fire Ready”.

To support our frontline volunteers, we continue to prioritise investment in new and replacement fire stations, fire trucks, and protective equipment, whilst continuing to advocate and work with Government to secure more investment into fleet and equipment.

Right now, the work continues to stand by our volunteers and staff, and with those communities that are affected.

(Issued on behalf of the CFA Board and Greg Leach, CFA CEO)

Submitted by	CFA Media

Source: Tasmania Police

High risk drivers in Tasmania’s north west caught, charged and off the road

Monday, 12 January 2026 – 12:12 pm.

Over the past week, Western District police have detected a series of serious driving offences across the North West, leading to multiple charges and the confiscation of several vehicles, some for indefinite periods.
Key incidents include:
Tuesday, 6 January
A 36-year-old Burnie man was caught driving while disqualified and tested positive for drugs. His vehicle was confiscated for an indefinite period, and police will apply to have it surrendered.
An 18-year-old Burnie man evaded police on a motorcycle on Thorne Street, Upper Burnie. Police identified the rider and later located him at his residence, where he was arrested. The motorcycle was confiscated for 28 days. The man was charged with evade police, speeding and unlicensed driving, and will appear in court at a later date.
Wednesday, 7 January
A 19-year-old man performed a burnout directly in front of a police vehicle on Mount Street, Upper Burnie. He refused a breath test but submitted to a drug test which was positive. His vehicle was confiscated for 28 days and he was arrested and charged with operating a vehicle in a public place in an unnecessary execution of speed, acceleration or loss of traction, failing to give way at an uncontrolled intersection, and refusing a requirement to undergo a breath test. He will appear in court at a later date.
A 25-year-old East Devonport man evaded police on Tarleton Street, East Devonport. Police later located both the vehicle and the driver. The vehicle was confiscated for 28 days, and the man was arrested, charged and will appear in court at a later date.
A 44-year-old Lauderdale man returned a breath analysis of 0.158 during random breath testing in Devonport. He was charged and will appear in court at a later date.
Thursday, 8 January
An 18-year-old Burnie man evaded police in Park Grove. He was located shortly after with his motorcycle and arrested. The motorcycle was confiscated for three months. He was charged with evade police (aggravated circumstances), disqualified driving, riding a motorcycle or quad bike without wearing a helmet, and using an unregistered motor vehicle.
A 32-year-old Devonport woman attempted to avoid police by turning off before a random breath test site and pulling into a nearby bottle shop. Unfortunately for her, police were also conducting breath tests at the bottle shop entrance. The woman returned a breath analysis reading of 0.201. She was charged and will appear in court at a later date.
A 44-year-old St Marys woman was intercepted by police and returned both a positive breath test for alcohol and a positive oral fluid test indicating the presence of illicit drugs. She will appear in court at a later date.
Friday, 9 January
A 46-year-old Devonport man was arrested after reportedly evading police in Lake Barrington. He was subsequently charged with evade police (aggravated circumstances), escape, possessing a controlled drug, reckless driving, and unlicensed driving. He has been remanded in custody. His vehicle was confiscated for an indefinite period, and police will apply to have it surrendered.
A 26-year-old Ravenswood man was detected travelling at 143km/h in a 100km/h zone on the Murchison Highway at Tullah, resulting in a fine of $871.00 and six demerit points.
A 21-year-old Tarleton man was intercepted by police and refused to submit to a breath test. He was arrested and conveyed to the Devonport Police Station, where breath analysis returned a reading of 0.108. He was charged with driving while exceeding the prescribed alcohol limit, hindering conveyance, and reckless driving.
Sunday, 11 January
A 47-year-old Devonport man evaded police on an electric bike on Gunn Street, Devonport. He was located shortly after and arrested for evade police (aggravated circumstances).
Acting Inspector Luke Negri said police also detected 18 drug-driving offences during the same period.
“Every one of these drivers posed a serious risk to the community,” he said.
“If you choose to drive while affected by alcohol or illicit drugs, or attempt to evade police, you are making a deliberate and intentional decision to put lives at risk.”
“We will continue to actively target this behaviour, intercept offenders, remove vehicles from the road, and hold people accountable for their actions. The message is simple – if you break the law, expect to be caught.”
“We encourage the public to report dangerous driving and traffic offences to police on 131 444, or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.”

Source: Tasmania Police

Person in custody after firearms incident in South Hobart

Monday, 12 January 2026 – 12:08 pm.

A person is in custody after a firearms incident in Syme Street, South Hobart in the early hours of this morning.
Police were called to a residence in Syme Street just before 1.20am, after reports of a disturbance in the area.
A short time later, police were called to the Royal Hobart Hospital where a 17-year-old man presented with a gunshot wound to his back.
Detectives from South East CIB arrested a man this morning and he remains in custody and is assisting police with their enquiries.
A crime scene was declared at an address in Syme Street, and police remain at the scene.
A shotgun has been recovered by police.
The victim has undergone surgery, and remains in a critical, but stable condition in Royal Hobart Hospital.
Police believe there were witnesses to this incident and anyone with further information can contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers Tasmania on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperstas.com.au. Please quote OR794703.

Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory

Released 12/01/2026

The ACT Government has launched the new Communities Climate Action Grants Program to empower local groups to take practical, community-led action on climate change.

A total of $300,000 has been committed over two years to fund projects of up to $30,000, supporting initiatives that reduce emissions and help communities adapt to climate impacts.

The grants are open to wide range of charitable and not-for-profit organisations, including schools; social, sporting and recreational groups; arts organisations; and cultural groups.

Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water Suzanne Orr said the new grants program recognises the critical role community organisations play in driving meaningful climate action across the Territory.

“Canberrans are already leading the way on climate action, and the new grants will help bring their ideas, energy and local knowledge to life,” Minister Orr said.

“By supporting grassroots initiatives, we can reduce emissions, build resilience, support adaptation and help Canberrans prepare for the impacts of a changing climate.

“Whether it’s helping people save energy, reduce waste, travel more sustainably or stay safe during heatwaves and extreme weather, these grants will support actions that make a real difference in everyday lives.

“We want to see projects that are practical, affordable and led by the community, for the community. Initiatives that tackle key sources of emissions like transport, or help communities become climate ready, will be strongly considered.”

Eligible projects may include workshops on sustainable travel or energy-saving behaviours, repair and composting demonstrations, education on switching from gas to electric appliances, or initiatives that improve community preparedness, such as installing shade in shared spaces, improving air filtration, or developing local emergency response plans.

“This new program builds on what worked well with the now-concluded Community Zero Emissions Grants, which focused solely on reducing emissions, and expands our approach to meet future climate challenges,” said Minister Orr.

“It allows us to fund more projects, reach more communities, and support actions that deliver both emissions reductions and climate resilience, including adaptation initiatives to make Canberra climate-ready.”

Applications for the first round of the Communities Climate Action Grants close on Sunday 15 March 2026.

For more information, including eligibility and application details, visit the Everyday Climate Choices website.

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Source: Australian Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Industry

Today I will travel to the United States for a series of meetings with international counterparts about critical minerals and the global economy.

This is all about making Australian workers and businesses big beneficiaries of the big shifts that are shaping the global economy.

The world needs critical minerals, Australia has plenty of them, and that’s where we see a big opportunity.

Everyone benefits from stronger and more diverse critical minerals supply chains, but especially Australia, and that’s what this work is all about.

Whether it’s our resources or renewable energy, our skills or stability, Australia has exactly what the world needs, when the world needs it, and that’s well understood by our closest counterparts.

I’ll join finance ministers from all G7 countries as well as India, Mexico and the Republic of Korea for a series of strategic discussions about strengthening critical minerals supply chains.

While in Washington DC, I’ll have bilateral meetings with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and Canadian Minister of Finance and National Revenue the Hon François‑Philippe Champagne.

In these meetings, my focus will be on showcasing Australia’s strengths as an investment destination, promoting resilience in global markets and sharing insights on the global economic outlook.

As part of this, I’ll update my international colleagues on Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve, under development by Minister for Resources Madeleine King, which is all about boosting Australia’s critical minerals sector and strengthening supply chains for our international partners.

In the face of growing global uncertainty and ongoing geopolitical tensions, this is a critical time to confer with counterparts.

Collaborating on critical minerals will help to make our economies and our supply chains stronger and more resilient and make our people big beneficiaries of global churn and change.

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Sunday, 11 January 2026 8:48am

Original publication: Sunday, 11 January 2026 8:48am