Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 13 Jun 2025

Rangers are reminding people leave footprints, not rubbish when visiting our State forests and national parks ahead of school holidays, to avoid hefty fines.

After noticing an increase in illegal dumping in State forests, rangers are warning people of the potential consequences.

Environmental vandals left behind a stove, a surfboard and piles of other waste in Benarkin State Forest – demonstrating a clear disregard for the natural environment and the cost of the clean-up.

Rangers will issue fines to those found responsible as illegal dumping can cause irreparable damage to the environment, tarnishing the experience for other visitors.

Those who fail to comply with a compliance regulation can face significant fines, including:

• $2,580 penalty infringement notice for illegally dumping waste less than 2500L as an individual, and a maximum penalty of $64,520 if the matter proceeds to court.
• $8,065 penalty infringement notice for illegally dumping waste less than 2500L for a corporation, and maximum penalty of $322,600 if the matter proceeds to court.
• $3,226 penalty infringement notice for illegally dumping waster greater than 2500L as an individual, and maximum penalty of $161,300 if the matter proceeds to court.
• $12,097 penalty infringement notice for illegally dumping waster greater than 2500L for a corporation, and maximum penalty of $806,500 if the matter proceeds to court.

Senior Ranger Mark is reminding all visitors of the dangers of illegal dumping, warning the vandals of the penalties that can apply.

“Rangers have a zero tolerance to people who illegally dump waste, and when necessary, we take strong enforcement action, which can include large fines,” Ranger Mark said.

“We just recently discovered a range of materials dumped illegally including tyres, Garden waste, general rubbish and household items.

“Illegal dumping can pollute our water, soil and air, posing a serious risk to our ecosystems.

“Careless people who dump waste that is flammable create fire hazards that can be quite devastating for our State forests.

“Most people treat national parks and State forests with respect, but when people illegally dump waste, it ruins the experience for other park goers looking to enjoy nature.

“Visitors must take their rubbish with them when they leave, to protect our protected areas.”

Anyone with information about illegally dumped waste is encouraged to call the department on the Pollution Hotline 1300 130 372.

Media contact: DETSI Media Unit on (07) 3339 5831 or media@des.qld.gov.au

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Learner rider detected travelling at 172km/h on icy highway

Friday, 13 June 2025 – 10:26 am.

A learner rider has had his motorcycle confiscated after he was detected travelling at 172km/h on icy roads yesterday.
The 18-year-old Newnham rider was detected on the Midland Highway at Perth before being intercepted at Epping Forest by highway patrol officers.
Senior Constable Rockliff from Northern Road Policing Services said the teenager’s learner licence meant he was subject to a 90km/h speed restriction. 
“The speed at which this rider was traveling was outright dangerous,” Senior Constable Rockliff said. 
 “It was minus 1 degrees, it was frosty, the roads were busy with commuting motorists, and this learner rider was travelling 82km/h above his 90km/h speed restriction.
“This could have ended in tragedy for both the rider and other road users.”
The rider was arrested and charged with a hooning-related offence. 
His bike has been confiscated for 28 days and he will face court at a later date.
Anyone with dash cam footage of a blue Kawasaki motorcycle traveling southbound on the Midland Highway from Launceston between 8:45am and 9am Thursday 12 June is asked to provide the footage via the public portal: https://www.police.tas.gov.au/what-we-do/traffic-policing/report/
Information can be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au

Source: New places to play in Gungahlin

Supporting people experiencing vulnerability is important us. We’ve developed the ATO Vulnerability Framework to better support taxpayers experiencing vulnerability so they can engage with the tax system more easily and with the help they need. Now, we need your feedback to refine the framework and ensure it reflects the needs of the community.

What is the ATO Vulnerability Framework?

The framework sets out the ATO’s commitment to fostering inclusive, consistent, and empathetic interactions with individuals experiencing vulnerability. While it doesn’t change tax or super obligations, it guides how we listen, communicate, and connect people with the right help.

Why your feedback matters

The Framework is currently in draft form, and your feedback will help make sure the final version is clear and relevant to the people it’s designed to support. Your feedback will help:

• provide a deeper understanding of various perspectives identify areas that could be clearer
• strengthen transparency and accessibility.

We encourage individuals, advocates, and professionals who support people in experiencing vulnerability to provide feedback.

How to provide feedback

You can read the draft Framework at Consultation paper – ATO Vulnerability Framework.

To provide your feedback, email VulnerabilityConsultation@ato.gov.au by Friday 18 July 2025.

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Source: New places to play in Gungahlin

Source: New places to play in Gungahlin

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Police scale back search in Cradle Mountain

Friday, 13 June 2025 – 10:12 am.

Despite extensive search efforts in the Cradle Mountain area, Victorian man Christopher Inwood has not been located.
A Tasmania Police helicopter crew worked in the northern section of the Cradle Mountain- Lake St Clair National Park on Thursday, but there was no sign of the 52-year-old.
Searches on two previous days involved police officers, SES volunteers, police drone operators, a police helicopter crew and Parks and Wildlife Service rangers.
Today, Tasmania Police made the decision to scale back the active search.
“Police will continue to follow up any new leads or information that may assist in locating Christopher,” Western District Search and Rescue Inspector Steven Jones said.
“Our thoughts remain with his family who are affected during this incredibly difficult time.”
Mr Inwood’s white Toyota HiAce van was found in the car park of a ranger station about 7.30am on Tuesday.
He had last been seen in Kindred, in the state’s north, about 8.30pm on Monday and police were operating on the belief Mr Inwood drove from Kindred to Cradle Mountain late Monday night.
“Extensive search efforts have been undertaken in the area where the missing person was last believed to be,” Inspector Jones said.
“At this stage, that area has been comprehensively searched, and all reasonable search strategies have been completed.”
Inspector Jones said Mr Inwood’s vehicle was located on the outskirts of the national park, but there was currently no further evidence to confirm his location.
“Given the length of time Mr Inwood has been missing and the harsh weather conditions in the area, if he has been fully exposed to the elements, sadly, his chances of survival are extremely low,” Inspector Jones said.
If anyone has information about the location of Mr Inwood, pictured, or his recent movements, call Tasmania Police on 131 444.

Source: New South Wales Ministerial News

The City of Greater Bendigo has commenced the planting of approximately 3,000 advanced trees in local streets and parklands throughout the municipality as part of its annual Greening Greater Bendigo tree planting program.

City of Greater Bendigo Parks and Open Space Manager Chris Mitchell said late autumn and winter is the optimal time to plant the trees.

“However, this year we have delayed the planting due to the ongoing dry weather we have experienced over Spring, Summer and Autumn,” Mr Mitchell said.

“This year we will again plant a mix of indigenous, native evergreens and exotic deciduous trees ranging in size from 1.5 metres to over 2.5 metres tall.

“The City will be responsible for all ongoing maintenance of the trees including watering them for the first two years.

“All trees have been carefully selected by the City’s open space team to ensure the most appropriate species for each location are planted, based on local conditions, climate, neighbourhood character and any relevant master plans.

“This season’s planting program has been put together from resident requests, replacements for removed trees, and by identifying streets in need of canopy cover.

“The City is committed to improving the liveability of Bendigo’s urban areas and townships through its Greening Greater Bendigo Strategy and its annual tree planting program.

“Urban trees enhance the appearance of our municipality and its streetscapes.  Trees are also essential to creating a liveable community as they provide shade and cool urban areas, support physical and mental wellbeing, and improve our natural environment and biodiversity.”

For more information including a list of tree types and locations, visit:

Source: New South Wales Ministerial News

The City of Greater Bendigo is seeking a head contractor for its largest-ever construction project, the redevelopment of Bendigo Art Gallery.

Expressions of interest opened this week for construction companies with the capability to deliver stage one of the project, valued at $45M.

Stage one will transform the Gallery and deliver a second level blockbuster exhibition space, innovative learning centre, theatrette and Traditional Owner Place of Keeping for Dja Dja Wurrung cultural materials.

City of Greater Bendigo Chief Executive Officer Andrew Cooney said he expected there would be significant interest from the construction sector to be part of the project.

“The Gallery redevelopment is a major, city-defining project for Bendigo. It is an investment in arts and culture as well as the economic future of our region, and would be an incredible project for a construction company to have in its portfolio,” Mr Cooney said.

“An expression of interest process is an opportunity for construction companies to demonstrate their capacity and experience in delivering projects of this scale and complexity. They must also be able to outline how they will utilise the local sub-contractor network and employment of local staff.”

Gallery Director Jessica Bridgfoot said it would be beneficial for the successful tender to have experience in delivering cultural projects.

“Our focus is to deliver a world-class gallery experience and contemporary building that cements the Gallery’s reputation as an empowering, inclusive and engaging cultural facility for future generations,” Ms Bridgfoot said.

“It is a project that incorporates our heritage gallery spaces – Abbott, Drury and Bolton courts – and a key focus of the building’s façade and a critical feature of the redevelopment is honouring the Dja Dja Wurrung Traditional Owners, so it will be important the head contractor understands the vision we have set out for this next chapter in the Gallery’s history.”

It is expected construction will commence in early in 2026 and take approximately two years to complete.

Funding partners for the redevelopment include the Victorian Government, City of Greater Bendigo, Bendigo Art Gallery Board and philanthropic donors, including the Sidney Myer Fund and The Ian Potter Foundation.

The expression of interest process is open until June 30 and available via Vendor Panel or visiting the City’s website.