Category: MIL-OSI

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.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police have responded to a large disturbance involving spectators at a football match in Alice Springs earlier today.

Police received multiple reports of fights breaking out between female attendees during the event.

A 27-year-old woman suffered injuries to her head, which are believed to have been caused by an edged weapon. Another 27-year-old woman was allegedly assaulted and transported to hospital for treatment.

A 22-year-old pregnant woman was also allegedly assaulted by a group while holding her two-year-old child, who was also assaulted during the incident.

Acting Commander Robert Griffiths said the behaviour displayed at what should have been a community sporting event was extremely disappointing.

“It is deeply concerning that violence of this nature occurred at a football match attended by families, children and community members.

“I would like to commend the work of security personnel and AFL NT officials, who worked alongside police to ensure the safety of players and spectators who were not involved in the disturbance. While it is disappointing that the remainder of the match was cancelled, the swift action and support of the organising body to prioritise community safety helped alleviate immediate tensions.”

Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and have identified a number of persons of interest who are known to police.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is urged to contact police on 131 444.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

A 44-year-old man has been arrested by Northern Territory Police following an alleged domestic violence incident involving a woman in Alice Springs in the early hours of yesterday morning.

Police allege the man assaulted his 37-year-old partner, striking her with a motor vehicle on the Stuart Highway near Hele Crescent.

The woman was taken to Alice Springs Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

The offender was identified and arrested by police a short time later.

The Southern Domestic Violence Unit took carriage of the investigation. The man was subsequently charged with:

• 1 x Acts intended to cause serious harm
• 1 x Aggravated assault
• 1 x Fail to render aid
• 1 x Drive with a high-range blood alcohol content
• 1 x Drive unlicensed

He is due to appear in Alice Springs Local court tomorrow. 

Anyone who witnessed the incident or may have dash-cam footage is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP260056798.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Detectives from the Northern Territory Police Major Crime Squad have charged a 17-year-old male, with murder, after he allegedly stabbed and killed a 21-year-old man following an altercation on Friday morning.

Police have completed their investigation, and the youth has been remanded in custody. He is due to appear in court tomorrow. 

Acting Commander Mark Grieve said the incident was another senseless death.

“Our thoughts are with the family, but we ask for calm in the community. Violence is not the answer.”

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Three Northern Territory Police officers have been recognised for extraordinary bravery after entering a burning home in a desperate attempt to save a child’s life.

On 1 June 2023, police were called to a house fire, with Constable First Class (1C) Liam Verity, Constable Peter MacGillivray and Constable Jason Wilson among the first officers to arrive.

While en route, the officers received information that a child was trapped inside. Upon arrival, they found the home engulfed in thick smoke and flames. What followed was an extraordinary display of courage and determination.

Without hesitation, Constable Verity ran towards the burning house and used his police baton to smash a glass side door to gain entry. Met by an intense wave of heat, he pushed into the smoke-filled home despite the significant risk to his own safety.

At the same time, Constable Wilson smashed windows around the house to clear smoke and gain access to rooms so the home could be searched. The pair repeatedly entered and exited the property while also preventing distressed family members from attempting to enter the burning building.

Recognising the urgent need to locate the child, Constable 1C Verity made multiple attempts to enter the home through different access points. Crawling on his hands and knees through thick smoke, he pushed deeper into the residence before being forced to retreat by the overwhelming heat.

Undeterred, Constable 1C Verity continued his rescue efforts. He located a fire extinguisher and attempted to suppress the flames before making another entry with a garden hose. Despite his determination and repeated attempts, the rapidly deteriorating conditions ultimately prevented access to the area where the child was later found.

Approximately six minutes after police arrived, Northern Territory Fire and Rescue crews reached the scene. Equipped with protective clothing and breathing apparatus, firefighters were able to enter the home, locate the child and bring him from the building.

Constable 1C Verity immediately commenced CPR before handing over to paramedics. Despite the efforts of all involved, the child could not be revived.

Several attending police officers, including Constable 1C Verity, Constable MacGillivray and Constable Wilson later required medical treatment due to their exposure to the intense heat and smoke.

Following the tragic incident, Constable MacGillivray and Constable Wilson continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire to provide answers and closure for the family.

At a ceremony this week, Constable 1C Verity was awarded the Northern Territory Police Force Valour Medal, one of the organisation’s highest honours for bravery.

Constable MacGillivray and Constable Wilson were also recognised, receiving a Commissioner’s Group Commendation Citation for their courage and actions in attempting to save the child’s life.

Police Commissioner Martin Dole APM said the incident served as a powerful reminder of the risks faced by first responders and the extraordinary lengths they go to in service of their communities.

“Although the rescue attempt was tragically unsuccessful, the actions of Constable First Class Liam Verity, Constable Peter MacGillivray and Constable Jason Wilson demonstrated exceptional courage and selflessness.

“They repeatedly placed themselves in harm’s way in an effort to save a life, continuing their efforts well beyond what could reasonably have been expected under such dangerous circumstances.”

Constable First Class Liam Verity said he was humbled by the recognition.

“I am very grateful for the honour of being recognised alongside my fellow officers, and my thoughts remain with the family, who sadly lost their son.”