Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2
It’s Children’s Week! A week to recognise the importance of safety and wellbeing in a child’s life.
From Port to pit: Tunnel boring machines arrive in Adelaide
Source: Australian Ministers 1
The first of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) components for South Australia’s biggest infrastructure project have arrived in Adelaide.
This marks a major milestone to deliver the Albanese and Malinauskas Labor Government’s $15.4 billion non-stop North-South Corridor.
This shipment includes a massive TBM cutterhead delivered in five pieces, with the largest and heaviest centre section weighing around 175 tonnes and measuring 9 metres in diameter.
Once assembled, it is approximately 15 metres in diameter, roughly the height of the AFL goal posts at the Adelaide Oval.
The components will be transported on Saturday night from Port Adelaide to the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project Southern Precinct in Clovelly Park, requiring progressive road closures.
They will then be reassembled and commissioned ahead of tunnelling works starting in the second half of 2026.
The T2D Project is jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments and is expected to support around 5,500 jobs per year during construction, with 90 per cent of labour hours undertaken by South Australians.
In total, three large-scale TBMs, each more than 100 metres long, will be used to construct the twin 4.5-kilometre Southern Tunnels and twin 2.2-kilometre Northern Tunnels, as part of the $15.4 billion build.
Two TBMs will launch from the project’s Southern Precinct in Clovelly Park, while the third is set to launch from the Central North Precinct at Richmond, making the T2D Project an Australian first of three TBMs operating at the same time.
Once complete, the T2D Project will create a non-stop South Road, allowing motorists to bypass 21 sets of traffic lights and cut travel times by up to 40 minutes in peak traffic.
Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
“This is an exciting step forward in building the non-stop South Road, which will create thousands of jobs, boost productivity and better connect communities in south west Adelaide.
“This project is a clear demonstration of the Australian Government’s commitment, to deliver infrastructure that makes a real improvement in people’s lives.”
“From Sydney Metro, to Melbourne’s North East Link, and now here in Adelaide, TBMs are tunnelling through our major projects, creating world-class transport connections.”
Quotes attributable to SA Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Emily Bourke:
“The arrival of these first TBM components is more than just a delivery, it’s the next step in a project that will reshape South Australia’s transport future.
“The TBMs will be the largest infrastructure equipment in the state. Each will be approximately 100 metres in length and the cutterhead will be 15 metres tall.
“This colossal cargo made a safe voyage and now it’s time to make history underground.
“These machines will drive real progress, supporting local jobs and helping deliver a non-stop South Road that will reshape the way we move through Adelaide.”
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Boothby Louise Miller-Frost:
“It’s really exciting to see the first TBM components arrive in Adelaide.
“This marks the beginning of a whole new chapter for South Australia’s largest infrastructure project.
“Once complete, the non-stop South Road project will allow motorists to bypass 21 sets of traffic lights between the River Torrens and Darlington, improving travel times for South Australian motorists by up to 40 minutes in peak hour traffic.
“This is part of a coordinated strategy to manage traffic in the southern suburbs, along with the recently opened Majors Road on-off ramps, and the tram overpasses, making commuting safer and more direct and returning local roads to locals.”
348-2025: Unplanned Service Disruption: Thursday 16 October 2025 – Biosecurity Portal
Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture
16 October 2025
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Approved arrangements operators, customs brokers, importers, manned depots, and freight forwarders who are required to book and manage requests for inspections through the Biosecurity Portal.
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As of: 12:00pm Thursday 16 October 2025 (AEST).
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The Biosecurity Portal is currently experiencing an unplanned service disruption. As a result, users are unable to lodge…
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) Annual Report 2024–25
Source: Australian Ministers for Education
CDPP Audit and Risk Committee Charter
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The CDPP Audit and Risk Committee has been established in compliance with section 45 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act) and section 17 of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014 (PGPA Rule).
The Audit and Risk Committee plays an important role in supporting the governance of the CDPP, provides independent advice to the Director and assists the Director to discharge the Director’s duties and responsibilities under the PGPA Act.
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Statement on Air T intention to purchase Rex
Source: Australian Ministers 1
On 21 October 2025, a Sale and Implementation Deed to purchase Regional Express Holdings Limited (Rex) was entered into by US corporation Air T, Inc. (Air T) and the Rex Voluntary Administrators.
The Australian Government welcomes these announcements, which mark a positive step towards bringing Rex out of voluntary administration.
The Australian Government has also entered into an agreement with Air T in relation to restructuring Rex’s financing arrangements in connection with the acquisition.
This will allow Rex to keep flying and maintain critical aviation links for regional communities.
As the sale process led by the Administrators is still underway, the Australian Government will not comment further at this time.
New National Commissioner for First Nations children and young people
Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2
Sue-Anne Hunter, the new commissioner, will work with First Nations peoples to make sure children and young people are protected.
Search warrant sees cash and drugs seized
Source: ACT Police
Last update: Sunday, 12 October 2025 9:28am
Original publication: Sunday, 12 October 2025 9:28am
ACT Policing Detectives from the Major Crime Squad executed a search warrant on Friday (10 October 2025) at a residence in Symonston as part of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking offences.
During the search, officers seized large quantities of illicit and controlled drugs and $8,650 in cash.
The investigation relates to the supply of illicit prescription drugs within the Canberra region. Police are urging anyone with information about the distribution or sale of these substances to come forward.
The seized drugs are believed to have been sourced from overseas, with their quality and contents unknown. Police remind the public that consuming such substances carries significant health risks.
Anyone who has information about the ongoing supply of illicit prescription drugs in Canberra is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.
Man extradited to face sexual assault and aggravated robbery charges
Source: ACT Police
Last update: Saturday, 11 October 2025 8:56am
Original publication: Saturday, 11 October 2025 8:56am
A 35-year-old man has been extradited from Sydney to face sexual assault and aggravated robbery charges.
In April (2025), police responded to reports that a man had been tied up and robbed at a residence in the ACT.
Police allege that the 35-year-old man drugged a 37-year-old man before binding, gagging and sexually assaulting him multiple times.
The 35-year-old man also allegedly stole numerous items from the residence, worth approximately $84,000.
On Friday (10 October 2025), officers from the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Team, along with NSW Police, arrested the man on an outstanding ACT arrest warrant at his residence in Rockdale (NSW).
The man was extradited to the ACT and is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today, charged with aggravated robbery (in company), forcible confinement, food/drink spiking, and attempted sexual intercourse without consent, sexual intercourse without consent, aggravated sexual assault in the 2nd degree.
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you can report to police by attending a police station or calling 131444.
Protest activity expected tomorrow
Source: ACT Police
Last update: Saturday, 11 October 2025 8:49am
Original publication: Saturday, 11 October 2025 8:15am
ACT Policing is aware of planned protest activity in the City and Parliament Precinct that will occur tomorrow.
A planned protest march is expected from noon tomorrow (12 October 2025), beginning in the City before moving along London Circuit, then Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and will finish at Parliament House.
Minor traffic disruptions may occur as the march moves from the City to Parliament House. Drivers are asked to consider their route if they do not want to be delayed when driving nearby.
There may be temporary delays in accessing the Floriade precinct however there will be no disruptions to accessing the festival site.
ACT Policing supports the right of people to peacefully protest, however the disruption of business activity or other criminal activity will not be tolerated.
For non-urgent police assistance please call 131 444. In an emergency, please contact Triple Zero (000).
Traffic disruption updates will be provided when required via ACT Policing social media accounts.
Sixth road fatality recorded for 2025
Source: ACT Police
Last update: Friday, 10 October 2025 3:56pm
Original publication: Friday, 10 October 2025 3:56pm
A 78-year-old Pearce man has become the sixth road fatality for 2025 after a truck collided with him at the Mugga Lane Resource Management Centre last week.
About 2.45pm on Wednesday 1 October 2025, police and ACT Ambulance Service paramedics responded to an injured man that had been hit by a reversing truck and pushed into the rubbish collection area at the resource management centre.
Emergency services treated the man at the scene before he was transported to hospital with life-threating injures. Sadly, he was declared deceased today (Friday, 10 October 2025).
As this location is considered a road related area and is regularly accessible by the public, this matter is being considered a road fatality and sadly brings the ACT road toll for 2025 to six.
ACT Road Policing’s Major Collision Team is investigating the circumstances of the collision, and a report is being prepared for the Coroner.
Anyone who witnessed the incident who has not already spoken to police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website, or by calling 1800 333 000. Please quote reference number 8176725.