Author: MIL-OSI Publisher

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

n Anzac Day, we pause to acknowledge the debt all of us owe to Australians who have gone to war in our name.

Across our continent, from the biggest cities to the smallest country town, and in every corner of the world made hallow by the sacrifice of our fallen, we gather in respect, reflection, gratitude and pride.

One hundred and eleven years after the first Gallipoli landing, Anzac Day has come to stand for every generation of Australians who have served.

At dawn services and marches today, we renew our solemn promise to remember all those young Australians who did not grow old and everyone they left behind. 

We remember all who lived to keep fighting and all who finally made it home, but with the battle raging forever in their hearts.

We reflect on all they went through and all they were up against, and we give thanks for the difference they made just when the world needed it most.

We give thanks to our veterans for all you have given. 

We thank all Australians serving now, and we thank your families, who take on both the pride and the burden.

Time and time again, Australians at war have embodied the courage, selflessness and mateship that define our national character.  

What their legacy proves to us is that even when peace seems elusive, it is always worth fighting for. 

So we gather. And as we give thanks for the light of every bright dawn that was their promise to us, we keep tending the flame of memory. 

Lest we forget.

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to an alleged indecent assault that occurred in Alice Springs earlier today.

Around 5:15am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a woman staying at a hotel on Barrett Drive was indecently assaulted by an adult man not known to her.

The man entered the room through a rear sliding door before fleeing the scene on foot.

The offender is described as being approximately 20-years-old, dark complexion, medium build, with a scruffy hair style, and facial hair. He was wearing a grey and black coloured t-shirt and light-coloured pants.

The offender remains outstanding and investigations are ongoing to identify and locate him.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26119926. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

The former owner of Ray White Oakleigh has been ordered by the Federal Court to pay $600,000 for misleading property sellers and buyers.

Consumer Affairs Victoria’s Underquoting Taskforce investigated the agency after multiple complaints.

Between February 2022 and November 2023, White Ray Oakleigh Pty Ltd (trading as Ray White Oakleigh) advertised 9 properties in Rowville, Mulgrave, Bentleigh East and Blackburn South at well below market value.

Its contracts with vendors often included a standard commission for when the property sold up to the vendor’s reserve, but much more for any amount above – up to 25%. After vendors signed, agents convinced them to re-set a lower reserve –- inflating their commissions when the property sold for more.

Ray White Oakleigh deliberately advertised the properties not only well below the ultimate selling prices, but at prices it didn’t believe the properties would sell for.

Consumer Affairs Victoria and Ray White Oakleigh presented text messages to the court between agents, showing they believed properties would sell for considerably higher prices.

Justice John Snaden noted the likely harm caused to the vendors and to prospective buyers wasting time and resources. He found Ray White Oakleigh had engaged in misleading and deceptive conduct and made false and misleading representations.

The company has not operated Ray White Oakleigh since 2025. It admitted the conduct and cooperated with Consumer Affairs Victoria in the court proceedings.

Consumer Affairs Victoria Director Nicole Rich welcomed the penalty.

“Selling someone’s home is a great responsibility. Agents who manipulate the process for their own gain are undermining the integrity of the industry, and can expect to face serious legal consequences,” she said.

“It’s particularly concerning that in this case, Ray White Oakleigh appeared to be aware that they were deceiving both their clients and potential buyers.

“This judgment confirms that the courts take underquoting conduct very seriously and will impose high penalties for breaches.

“Our underquoting taskforce will continue to pursue estate agencies and agents who try to manipulate property prices.”

If you come across practices in the property market you think are suspicious, including underquoting, report them to Consumer Affairs Victoria.

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

The former owner of Ray White Oakleigh has been ordered by the Federal Court to pay $600,000 for misleading property sellers and buyers.

Consumer Affairs Victoria’s Underquoting Taskforce investigated the agency after multiple complaints.

Between February 2022 and November 2023, White Ray Oakleigh Pty Ltd (trading as Ray White Oakleigh) advertised 9 properties in Rowville, Mulgrave, Bentleigh East and Blackburn South at well below market value.

Its contracts with vendors often included a standard commission for when the property sold up to the vendor’s reserve, but much more for any amount above – up to 25%. After vendors signed, agents convinced them to re-set a lower reserve –- inflating their commissions when the property sold for more.

Ray White Oakleigh deliberately advertised the properties not only well below the ultimate selling prices, but at prices it didn’t believe the properties would sell for.

Consumer Affairs Victoria and Ray White Oakleigh presented text messages to the court between agents, showing they believed properties would sell for considerably higher prices.

Justice John Snaden noted the likely harm caused to the vendors and to prospective buyers wasting time and resources. He found Ray White Oakleigh had engaged in misleading and deceptive conduct and made false and misleading representations.

The company has not operated Ray White Oakleigh since 2025. It admitted the conduct and cooperated with Consumer Affairs Victoria in the court proceedings.

Consumer Affairs Victoria Director Nicole Rich welcomed the penalty.

“Selling someone’s home is a great responsibility. Agents who manipulate the process for their own gain are undermining the integrity of the industry, and can expect to face serious legal consequences,” she said.

“It’s particularly concerning that in this case, Ray White Oakleigh appeared to be aware that they were deceiving both their clients and potential buyers.

“This judgment confirms that the courts take underquoting conduct very seriously and will impose high penalties for breaches.

“Our underquoting taskforce will continue to pursue estate agencies and agents who try to manipulate property prices.”

If you come across practices in the property market you think are suspicious, including underquoting, report them to Consumer Affairs Victoria.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force have arrested two men after a replica firearm incident in Casuarina earlier today.

Around 4.50 pm, police received reports from a security officer that a white utility had driven past the Casuarina Bus Interchange and fired a replica handgun at a member of the public.

Security immediately reported the incident and police CCTV operators identified the vehicle registration.

The vehicle was registered to a residence in Adcock Crescent, Casuarina, where two men, both aged 18, were arrested without incident and the replica firearm was seized.

No injuries have been reported to police.

Investigations remain ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and anonymous reports can be made through crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Joint Anti-Child Exploitation Team (JACET) has arrested a 25-year-old man in the Northern Suburbs of Darwin in relation to child abuse material.

Around 7:05am yesterday, Detectives from JACET and the Australian Federal Police acted on information from the United States National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children and executed a search warrant at a residence in the Northern Suburbs of Darwin.

He was arrested and has been charged with:

• Possess or control child abuse material x 2
• Access child abuse material x 2
• Transmit child abuse material x 3
• Distribute animal sexual abuse and animal crush material x 1
• Failure to comply with reporting obligations x 12

He was further remanded in custody to next appear in court on 7 July.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating reports of a firearm being discharged at a residence near Hermannsburg earlier today.

Around 9:30am, police were notified of a disturbance at Wallace Rockhole near Hermannsburg.

It is alleged a 38-year-old male had discharged a firearm into the air after a disturbance where a group of people had gathered around his residence.

Police deployed to the area and assisted with dispersing the group. The firearm involved was seized by police as well as an additional six firearms that were subsequently located at the property.

No injuries were reported and investigations are ongoing at this stage.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26118847. Anonymous reports can 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 has charged a 44-year-old man in relation to alleged historic child sex offences that occurred in 2008 in the greater Darwin area.

The Katherine Criminal Investigation Branch commenced investigations into the matter after the offending was reported to the Northern Territory Police in March 2026. 

At the time of the alleged offending, the female victim was aged between 13 and 16 and the alleged offender was 26-years-old at the time.

On 22 April 2026, the Fugitive Task Force intercepted and arrested the man.

He has now been charged with several historic offences:

– Sexual intercourse or gross indecency involving child under 16 years

– Attempts to procure child under 16 years

– Indecent dealing with child under 16 years

– Aggravated Assault – Indecent

He was bailed to appear before the Darwin Local Court on 3 June 2026.

Members of the public who have any information about people involved in child abuse and exploitation are urged to call police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. You can also submit a report anonymously at https://crimestoppers.com.au

Source: Tasmania Police

Two arrested after drugs seizure

Friday, 24 April 2026 – 3:16 pm.

Two people have been charged with drug offences following a Taskforce Scelus investigation on Thursday at Somerset, in the state’s North-West.
The investigation stemmed from police attempting to intercept an unregistered motorcycle being ridden by a male youth on Pelissier Street, Somerset.
The rider allegedly failed to stop for police and was later seen riding into the driveway of a nearby private residence.
Taskforce Scelus members attended the property and located the motorcycle.
The alleged rider, a 14-year-old boy, will be proceeded against under the Youth Justice Act 1997.
During a search of the premises, police allege they located about 2kg of cannabis.
A 34-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman, both from Somerset, were arrested and have since been charged with trafficking in a controlled substance.
Both were bailed to appear in the Burnie Magistrates Court at a later date.
Detective Acting Inspector Luke Negri said the result demonstrated the value of proactive policing by Taskforce Scelus.
“This matter began with police attempting to intercept an unregistered motorcycle being ridden unlawfully on a public street,” Detective Acting Inspector Negri said.
“That investigation quickly led police to the discovery of a significant quantity of cannabis and evidence consistent with the sale of illicit drugs.
“Taskforce Scelus will continue to target high-risk behaviour, repeat offending, and drug-related crime in the Western District.”
Anyone with information about illicit substances is urged to contact police on 131 444, or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au