Source: New South Wales – News
Police are at the scene of a serious crash at Stockport.
Emergency services responded to reports of a single vehicle crash on Twin Rivers Road, Stockport about 8.45pm on Sunday 1 May.
Major Crash investigators are attending the scene.
Twin Rivers Road will be closed overnight, near Ayliffe Bridge Road, while police investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
The NT Police Force is calling for information in relation to an aggravated assault that occurred along Lee Point Road in Leanyer this morning.
Around 8:40am, police received reports of a male allegedly restraining a female from behind whilst he threatened her with a broken glass bottle. The victim screamed and the male fled the scene on foot before police arrival. It is alleged he ran across Lee Point Road toward Canaris Street in Wanguri.
Investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident, particularly anyone with dash cam footage from the area at the time, is urged to contact police on 131 444. You can anonymously report crime via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Save money this Canberra winter. Image: Lightbulb for Visit Canberra
Winter is a great excuse to stay indoors and enjoy time at home. However, this can also make your bills go up.
Here are some tips to help you enjoy the colder months while saving money.
Save money this winter with Libraries ACT’s free streaming services.
Library members have access to:
You will get eight movies or episodes a month. This includes international cinema and Australasian stories.
See how else your membership can keep you entertained this winter.
Winter is a great time to stay at home on the couch, but we all need to get out and about sometimes! Save money when dining out and find some local meal deals.
See our guide to eating out for less in Canberra.
Cuddling up on the lounge with a good book and a cup of tea is one of the best things about winter.
If you have a long list of books to get through, why not become a Libraries ACT member and borrow them for free? You can even borrow eBooks and audiobooks.
Visit the Libraries ACT website for more info.
Stop using expensive gyms this winter and try some free and low-cost ways to increase your activity levels.
Ten free or low-cost ways to get active in Canberra.
The cooler months can be a great opportunity to declutter the house.
If you find household items you no longer want, use some of the free waste disposal options in Canberra.
Winter doesn’t mean you need to hide away in your house, enjoy a free activity like trivia. Check out one of these free trivia spots.
If the kids are going wild inside, find a budget-friendly activity to keep them busy.
If you swap the couch for the city this winter, take advantage of fare free Fridays!
Every Friday, Canberrans can travel for free on our buses and light rail.
Remember you will still need to tap on and off each service to support data collection, but you will not be charged for the fare.
If you’re spending more time at home in the cooler months, you may be more likely to online shop.
If you’re buying a service or product online, there are some things to remember to help avoid shopping disappointment.
More information on these tips here.
If you’re looking for a new hobby at home, why not start a veggie patch? This can be rewarding and save you money.
If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve got some great tips from Fiona Buining of Ainslie Urban Farm.
Learn how to grow veggies at home.
With more time at home in the colder months, you might be tempted to have the heater on full blast, but this can add up.
Get the most out of your heating system by:
Find more energy saving tips and advice here.
Renters can get a free home visit with the Renters’ Home Energy Program. Experts will give advice on how to save money on energy bills.
During the visit, the energy expert will:
Book a home energy visit today.
Jump online and get expert advice on your next electric appliance for free.
The ACT Government and consumer advocacy group, CHOICE, have created the Make Your Next Choice Electric online tool that gives Canberrans:
The tool helps Canberra households to create their own energy transition plan and switch off gas.
Find out more about switching to electric.
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
The ACT Government has announced a targeted business support package.
The ACT Government is providing support to help the businesses impacted by light rail construction work in and around London Circuit.
Support is both practical and financial, with a focus on easing cost pressures and encouraging visitation to the area.
The package was informed by the impacted businesses and designed to help during the disruption.
Expanded liquor licence fee reductions
This targeted package will be supported from 1 July by expanded liquor licence fee reductions available to all eligible ACT hospitality businesses up to a 350-person capacity, building on significant reductions introduced in 2024.
An automatic 50% liquor fee reduction will be expanded to cafes, restaurants and general licences up to 150-person capacity.
Previously the 50% discount was only applicable to cafes and restaurants up to 80-person capacity.
A 50% liquor fee reduction will be expanded to venues showcasing artists between 151 to 350-person capacity, available upon application, in addition to the existing fee reduction of 80% for venues up to 150-person capacity.
Light Rail is transforming the city into a vibrant and well-connected place to do business.
However, with construction there is an impact on nearby business.
Canberrans are encouraged to show their support by visiting their favourite businesses in the city.
Business owners in the London Circuit area will be contacted directly with further information on how to access support. The ACT Government will continue engaging with stakeholders as the project progresses.
Click here for more information.
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Found only in the Canberra region, the Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon is one of the Territory’s most critically endangered species.
New ACT Government funding will help prevent extinction of the Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon.
The unique lizard is found only in the Canberra region. It is one of the Territory’s most critically endangered species.
The Government will invest $4.5 million to support a recovery plan to help conserve the species. This builds on $2.7 million already invested since 2020.
The additional $4.5 million will support:
The additional investment builds on previous government investment starting in 2020. This has been for:
The ACT Government has been running a captive breeding program.
The new funding will help expand recovery efforts.
Melbourne Zoo has a captive colony of Dragons.
Improving the species’ genetic diversity is key to ensuring its recovery.
Genetic analysis and matchmaking programs are essential to address inbreeding.
As such, the ongoing partnership with the zoo is crucial.
Melbourne Zoo provides animals for release and research.
It has also shared expertise in husbandry and breeding techniques.
The Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon measures just 15cm and weighs 5–9 grams.
It was only recognised as a distinct species in 2019. It is now listed as critically endangered.
The Dragon population has declined dramatically due to:
Wild populations are now found only in:
The new investment will ensure continued conservation action.
It aims to give the Dragon a real chance to thrive again in Canberra grasslands.
Learn more about the Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon on the Environment website.
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Our CBR is the ACT Government’s key channel to connect with Canberrans and keep you up-to-date with what’s happening in the city. Our CBR includes a monthly print edition, email newsletter and website.
You can easily opt in or out of the newsletter subscription at any time.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
A 22-year-old female has died in hospital following an alleged domestic violence incident in Johnston on 21 May.
Since the incident, the alleged offender, a 22-year-old male, was charged with Aggravated assault and appeared in Darwin Local Court on 26 May.
The cause of death remains unknown and the Major Crime Unit are continuing investigations.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice
High range speeding on Bass Highway
Saturday, 31 May 2025 – 4:29 pm.
An 18-year-old P1 driver from Lutana has had their vehicle clamped and will face a fine and disqualification after they were detected driving at high-speed this morning and tested positive to a roadside drug test.
Just before 11:30am, whilst police were conducting a high visibility road safety operation along the Bass Highway, they detected a red Holden Commodore travelling at excessive high speed along the highway at Westbury. The vehicle was detected at 164km/h in a 110km/h zone, and the driver was safely intercepted by police.
The driver was an 18-year-old man from Lutana with a P1 driver licence which restricts him to maximum speed of 100km/h. Subsequently the driver was travelling at 64km/h over the speed limit, and they returned a positive roadside drug test.
The driver has been fined $1161.50 and six demerit points for the excessive speed, and their vehicle will be clamped for 28 days. Being a provisional driver who normally only hold 4 demerit points, the driver will be subject to a further period of disqualification.
“Speeding and drug driving are both part of the ‘Fatal 5’ causes for fatal and serious crashes, but in this example when you combined both, the consequences could have been disastrous,” said Sergeant Benjamin Kromkamp.
“Had police not been actively patrolling this area, the high-speed driving could have easily resulted in another serious or fatal crash on our roads.”
“Tasmania Police will continue to hold unsafe drivers to account including the seizure of vehicles and disqualification of licenses.”
“Remember that police can be anywhere, anytime, so slow down and get to your destination safely. It’s about your safety and the safety of everyone else.”
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
The NT Police Force have recovered a body following an extensive search and rescue operation in the Darwin Harbour.
The search and rescue operation commenced last night and continued until early hours of this morning; however, the NT Police Search and Rescue Section, a Careflight helicopter and the Port Authority were unable to locate the male reported missing.
Early this morning, the search operation redeployed assets in an attempt to locate the missing person; consisting of two helicopters, two NT Police vessels, Surf Life Saving, NT Emergency Service volunteers, Crocodile Management and NT Police members on foot along coastlines nearby.
At approximately 11:30am this morning, a body was sighted in the water within the vicinity of the East Arm Wharf. The NT Police vessel Mick Read attended and recovered the body and the male was declared deceased. The body recovered matches the description of the person who jumped off Channel Island Bridge at around 9:40pm last night.
A report is being prepared for the coroner.
The NT Police would like to thank all supporting agencies and members of the public who may have assisted in conducting a search of Darwin Harbour.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 41-year-old male in relation to a domestic violence incident in Palmerston yesterday.
About 12:30pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a female being stabbed multiple times at the back of a shopping centre nearby Kilgour Lane.
The male and female are known to each other.
Police arrived and arrested the male nearby. St John Ambulance conveyed the female to Royal Darwin Hospital in a stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.
The incident is still under investigation and charges are expected to follow.
Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact police on 131 444 and reference job number NTP2500055552. You can anonymously report crime via Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000.