Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Tasmania Police

Forth man caught drink driving again

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:49 am.

A 43-year-old Forth man has been charged after being caught drink driving for potentially the third time in just over one week.
Inspector Adam Spencer said the man was most recently intercepted on William Street, Forth on Saturday.
“He was arrested for driving while disqualified and subsequently returned a breath analysis of 0.210 – more than four times the legal limit,” Inspector Spencer said.
“The first time this man was intercepted was on Friday, 5 June where he was also caught drink driving more than four times the limit and was arrested and charged.”
“He was then in a single vehicle crash two days later on Sunday, 7 June and had to be cut free from the vehicle by emergency services.”
“He was taken to the North West Regional Hospital and a blood sample was taken for analysis.”
“The man’s vehicle has now been clamped, and he will appear in court in October.”
Inspector Spencer said the repeated alleged offending highlighted the serious risk drink driving posed to the community.
“It is extremely concerning to see someone continue to make the same dangerous decision to get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated,” he said.
“This level of offending shows a blatant disregard for the safety of other road users and emergency responders.”
“Police will continue to take strong action against those who choose to drink and drive.”
Information about dangerous driving on our roads should be reported to police at the time on 131 444, or Triple-Zero (000) in an emergency.
If matters cannot be reported at the time, footage can also be submitted to the evidence portal at police.tas.gov.au/report.

Source: Tasmania Police

Forth man caught drink driving again

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:49 am.

A 43-year-old Forth man has been charged after being caught drink driving for potentially the third time in just over one week.
Inspector Adam Spencer said the man was most recently intercepted on William Street, Forth on Saturday.
“He was arrested for driving while disqualified and subsequently returned a breath analysis of 0.210 – more than four times the legal limit,” Inspector Spencer said.
“The first time this man was intercepted was on Friday, 5 June where he was also caught drink driving more than four times the limit and was arrested and charged.”
“He was then in a single vehicle crash two days later on Sunday, 7 June and had to be cut free from the vehicle by emergency services.”
“He was taken to the North West Regional Hospital and a blood sample was taken for analysis.”
“The man’s vehicle has now been clamped, and he will appear in court in October.”
Inspector Spencer said the repeated alleged offending highlighted the serious risk drink driving posed to the community.
“It is extremely concerning to see someone continue to make the same dangerous decision to get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated,” he said.
“This level of offending shows a blatant disregard for the safety of other road users and emergency responders.”
“Police will continue to take strong action against those who choose to drink and drive.”
Information about dangerous driving on our roads should be reported to police at the time on 131 444, or Triple-Zero (000) in an emergency.
If matters cannot be reported at the time, footage can also be submitted to the evidence portal at police.tas.gov.au/report.

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

CFA members have gathered with dignitaries and community members to officially open the Wendouree Satellite Station and celebrate the new next generation pumper.

Submitted by	CFA Media

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

CFA members have gathered with dignitaries and community members to officially open the Wendouree Satellite Station and celebrate the new next generation pumper.

Submitted by	CFA Media

Source: Tasmania Police

Police investing incident at New Norfolk

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:13 am.

Police attended a residential address in New Norfolk this morning, after a person sought medical attention for what is believed to be a firearm-related injury to the foot.
The person was taken to hospital shortly after 10am.
Police conducted enquiries at the residence this morning and there was no evidence of any risk to the broader public.
While there is no ongoing activity at the scene, police are continuing to make inquiries into the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators on 131 444 and quote ESCAD 104-14062026.

Source: Tasmania Police

Serious single vehicle crash – Lilydale Road, Underwood

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:08 am.

Police are investigating a serious single vehicle crash that occurred on Lilydale Road, Underwood on Saturday, 13 June 2026.
At approximately 8:00pm, emergency services were called to a crash approximately 5km North of Rocherlea.
Initial investigations indicate a blue Subaru Impreza was travelling south on Lilydale Road at speed before leaving the roadway and impacting a rock wall after negotiating a slight right-hand bend. The vehicle came to rest in the middle of the roadway.
Four occupants were located at the scene and transported by ambulance to Launceston General Hospital for treatment.
An 18-year-old woman sustained serious but stable injuries. Three other teenagers also sustained injuries.
Lilydale Road was closed for approximately four hours while the scene was examined by specialist crash investigators and forensic officers. Road Safety (Alcohol and Drugs) blood samples were obtained from the occupants as part of ongoing enquiries.
Police are urging the driver or anyone with information about the crash to contact police on 131 444 or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote job number 314-13062026.

Source: Tasmania Police

Man charged following serious assault in Ulverstone

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:07 am.

A 38-year-old man from Ulverstone has been arrested and charged following a wounding incident in Ulverstone early this morning. The victim is receiving medical treatment in hospital and is in a serious but stable condition.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing with further enquiries to be undertaken by Detectives from the Western Criminal Investigation Branch.
Police would like to advise that this was an isolated incident with no identified risk to members of the public.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au.
Information can be provided anonymously.

Source: Tasmania Police

Fatal Crash, Pontville

Monday, 15 June 2026 – 10:04 am.

Sadly, a 42-year-old man has died following a single vehicle crash at Pontville overnight.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene on the Midland Highway near the Pontville roundabout shortly before 10:40pm.
Initial inquiries indicate the man was travelling south in a blue Mercedes station wagon when it has left the roadway, striking an embankment before rolling and coming to rest on its roof.
He was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and no other vehicles are believed to have been involved.
The highway was closed for several hours while scene examinations were conducted, and police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
Anyone with information or relevant dash cam footage who hasn’t already spoken to police is asked to call 131 444 and quote ESCAD 433-12062026.
Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones. A report will be prepared for the coroner.

Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2

The 2025 Active Living Census results have revealed Loddon Campaspe residents are moving more and smoking less than Victorian benchmarks, but many are also reporting food insecurity, poorer health, lower life satisfaction, and risky drinking.

More than 8000 residents took part in the Census between 26 May and 6 July 2025, which collected data on matters such as physical activity, access to nutritious food, public open space use and risky behaviours.

Conducted by the City of Greater Bendigo as part of the Victorian Government-funded Healthy Loddon Campaspe (HLC) initiative, the Census helps to understand health and wellbeing across the six local government areas in the region, including the City of Greater Bendigo, Campaspe, Central Goldfields, Loddon, Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander Shires.

It builds on previous censuses undertaken in Greater Bendigo in 2014 and across the Loddon Campaspe region in 2019, helping to understand how health and wellbeing and community needs have changed over time.

Compared with Victorian and national benchmarks, the Census found lower rates of smoking, vaping, gambling and daily sugar-sweetened drink consumption, and stronger results for physical activity and muscle-strengthening exercise among adults across the region.

However, it also found:

• 31 per cent experienced some level of food insecurity
• 25 per cent rated their health as fair or poor
• 34 per cent recorded low to moderate life satisfaction
• 66.5 per cent were overweight or obese
• 58 per cent reported risky single-occasion alcohol consumption, and only
• 10 per cent met vegetable intake recommendations

The results will be used to guide local planning, including investment in public spaces and recreation facilities, health promotion work, and will support local organisations seek resources for services and projects that respond to community needs.

Healthy Loddon Campaspe Regional Steering Group spokesperson Jess Howard said the Census data gives us much more than numbers on a page.

“It tells us what would help people live healthier and more connected lives,” Ms Howard said.

“These findings provide evidence local councils, communities and other organisations can use for partnering and investing where it matters most.”

“Good local data helps communities make better decisions.”

“Health and wellbeing is everyone’s business. The Census data helps us understand what our communities need and what partnerships and actions can have the greatest benefits.”

Healthy Loddon Campaspe has been funded by the Victorian Government to continue this important work, supporting local partners to use the Census findings to drive practical action across the region.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police hold concerns for the welfare of 65-year-old Michael Vella, who has been reported missing by his family.
 
Mr Vella is travelling solo in his white Toyota Hilux, NSW registered DZZ54P, through the Northern Territory and has not made contact with family members for several days. His last known location was Alice Springs on 12 June 2026.
 
Police and family are concerned for his welfare and are seeking information regarding his whereabouts.
 
Anyone who has information about Mr Vella’s whereabouts is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP2600056297.