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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred near Adelaide River earlier today.

At around 11am, police received reports of a single-vehicle rollover on the Stuart Highway near Adelaide River.

Police and emergency services attended the scene; however, a 57-year-old woman was declared deceased.

Three other occupants, aged 52, 58 and 64, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.

A crime scene has been established, and the Major Crash Investigation Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

The Stuart Highway remains closed to heavy vehicles.

Light vehicles traveling northbound and southbound are being diverted via Dorat Road.

Motorists are urged to expect delays, follow the directions of emergency services personnel and drive with caution in the area.

Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority

(L-R) Kawarren Captain Tim Phillps, Gellibrand Hotel Owner Dorthe Koorn, Carlisle River Captain Rob May and Gellibrand Captain Tony Robertson.

Members of the CFA Corangamite Group recently took the opportunity to recognise the outstanding support provided by the Gellibrand Hotel and its owner, Dorthe Koorn, during the Otways fire.

At a recent Corangamite Group appreciation dinner held at the hotel, Gellibrand Captain Tony Robertson, Kawarren Captain Tim Phillips, and Carlisle River Captain Rob May presented Dorthe with a token of appreciation on behalf of the local brigades.

Throughout the Otways fire campaign, the Gellibrand Hotel played a vital role in supporting firefighters and emergency personnel, providing meals, hospitality and a welcoming place for crews working long hours to protect local communities.

The Corangamite Group sincerely thanks Dorthe and the entire Gellibrand Hotel team for their generosity, kindness and unwavering support during a challenging time.

The contribution of local businesses such as the Gellibrand Hotel is an important reminder that successful emergency responses not only rely on volunteers, but also on the strength and resilience of the whole community. 

Submitted by	Corangamite Group Officer Mark Billing

Source: State of Victoria Local Government 2

Barrack Reserve netball courts will be lit at night as part of the City of Greater Bendigo’s “Lights On” project to provide opportunities for Heathcote residents to keep up their fitness and be active during the colder months.

From Monday July 27 until the start of daylight savings on Sunday October 4, the netball courts will be lit on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evenings from 5:30pm-8pm.

As part of the “Lights On” program the City of Greater Bendigo and Heathcote Health have partnered together to provide a free six-week outdoor fitness program at the Barrack Reserve netball court.

The free fitness program will be facilitated by Bendigo and Heathcote Exercise Physiology Clinic and will take place each Monday from August 3 to September 7, from 5:30pm to 6:15pm.

Sessions will include a mix of cardio, strength and mobility exercises and all fitness levels are welcome to attend.  Bookings are essential and residents are encouraged to reserve their spot as soon as possible as limited spaces are available.

City of Greater Bendigo Active Communities Manager Deb Simpson said following the success of the Lights On project at Ewing Park, the City is looking to add more locations.

“The City is pleased to expand the Lights On program to Barrack Reserve as not everyone can exercise during the daytime and lighting up the Barrack Reserve Netball Courts during the colder months provides an option for people to exercise at a time that suits their lifestyle,” Ms Simpson said.

“The City will collect community feedback about the lighting at Barrack Reserve as we want to know if people use and like the lighting.  The feedback gathered will help the City to continue the Lights On program.”

Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on the trial via the City’s Let’s Talk community engagement website.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested two males in relation to an ambulance that was stolen in Ampilatwatja in the early hours of this morning.

Around 12:15am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that the keys to an ambulance had been stolen from a clinic in the community. It was confirmed a short time later that the ambulance had also been stolen.

The ambulance was reported to be travelling south into Alice Springs and the Police Drone, alongside members from the Dog Operations Unit, Strike Force Viper and general duties, were deployed. A pursuit was initiated and tyre deflation devices were successfully deployed on the ambulance along the Stuart Highway.

It was subsequently found located abandoned in bushland north of Alice Springs with two males aged 16 and 19 arrested without incident.

They remain in police custody with charges expected to follow.

Investigations remain ongoing and police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26213142. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

Source: Tasmania Police

Motorcycle travelling high speed in Breadalbane detected by police

Saturday, 25 July 2026 – 1:36 pm.

Just after 10am today, Northern Road Policing Services intercepted a motorcycle on Hobart Road at Breadalbane after it was detected travelling at 97km/h in a posted 60km/h zone.
The rider, a 33-year-old Longford man, was quickly stopped by police and issued an infringement notice attracting a $639 fine and five demerit points. The speed recorded was just 1km/h below the threshold for an automatic three-month licence disqualification.
Motorcyclists are among our most vulnerable road users. Travelling 37km/h over the speed limit significantly increases the risk of a serious crash and the severity of any injuries sustained.
Speed limits are there for everyone’s safety. Please slow down, drive to the conditions and obey the road rules.
Tasmania Police will continue to engage, educate and, where necessary, enforce road safety laws to help ensure everyone gets to their destination safely.

Source: Tasmania Police

19 new constables join the ranks of Tasmania Police

Friday, 24 July 2026 – 1:46 pm.

Tasmania Police has welcomed 19 new constables today after completed their recruit training at the Tasmania Police Academy.
Commander Jo Stolp congratulated the new police officers on reaching the milestone after successfully completing an intensive 28-week course.
“Recruit Training Course 1 of 2026 includes ten women and nine men aged between 18 and 39, and we are excited to see the valuable contributions they will make to policing across Tasmania,” Commander Stolp said.
Course Dux Jasmyn Thompson and Runner-up Dux Morgan Evans previously worked in the Tasmania Police Radio Dispatch Services prior to their recruit training.
Constable Thompson, 20, said a career with Tasmania Police had been her firm goal over the past two years.
She described the intensive 28-week course as challenging but very rewarding, and she was now ready to start patrols.
“I’m most looking forward to just feeling that sense of responsibility. That’s why I joined. I wanted a meaningful job, and I think I have found that here with Tasmania Police,” she said.
Constable Evans, 21, said there was “something special” about bringing together the skills and knowledge obtained over the past 28 weeks into graduation, and he felt policing would be a rewarding career.
“It’s about assisting the people in my community, that have assisted me throughout my life. It’s giving back … and being there for people when they need us most,” he said.
Constable Thompson will be stationed at Devonport, and Constable Evans at Hobart.
Commander Stolp said a career with Tasmania Police provides a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.
“The Tasmania Police Academy plays a vital role in equipping recruits with the skills, knowledge and experience needed for operational policing,” she said.
Tasmania Police remains committed to strengthening its workforce, with additional recruit courses scheduled to graduate later this year to support a modern, highly skilled and community-focused police service.
“We encourage anyone considering a career in policing to contact our recruitment team and find out more about the opportunities available.”
The 19 new constables will be deployed to Burnie, Bridgewater, Devonport, Hobart and Launceston, where they will commence duties next week.
“We congratulate our newest officers and wish them every success as they begin their careers. The dedication and determination they have demonstrated throughout their training gives us great confidence that they will make a positive difference in keeping Tasmanian communities safe,” Commander Stolp said.
Further information about joining Tasmania Police is available at: https://recruitment.police.tas.gov.au/

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police have charged multiple people with serious offences following a four-day road safety and drug detection operation.

Between 22 and 25 July 2026, members from Drug and Organised Crime, Darwin Traffic Operations and the Dog Operations Unit conducted a declared Drug Detection Area (DDA) and traffic enforcement operation around Adelaide River, targeting vehicles travelling to and from the Greater Darwin Region.

The operation focused on reducing the risks posed by drink and drug driving, ensuring vehicles were roadworthy and preventing the movement of illicit drugs and alcohol.

Several arrests were made throughout the operation, including:

• A 19-year-old man who was allegedly driving a vehicle carrying 13 adult occupants, along with a quantity of alcohol, while disqualified from driving and in breach of his bail conditions.
• A 36-year-old man who allegedly fled the Drug Detection Area before being intercepted near Adelaide River. He allegedly returned a high-range breath alcohol reading and later damaged a police vehicle while in custody.
• Two people wanted on outstanding warrants were arrested and remanded in custody.
• A 29-year-old woman was issued a Notice to Appear after allegedly being found in possession of a traffickable quantity of cannabis.
• A man was arrested after allegedly breaching his bail conditions.
• Another man was charged with breaching a Domestic Violence Order.

Across the four-day operation, police achieved the following results:

• 119 drivers breath tested
• Three drivers detected with high-range blood alcohol concentrations
• One driver detected with a medium-range blood alcohol concentration
• One driver detected with a low-range blood alcohol concentration
• 47 roadside drug tests conducted
• Four drivers allegedly returned positive roadside drug tests
• Approximately 1 gram of methamphetamine seized
• Approximately 180 grams of cannabis seized
• 10 Notices to Appear issued for drink driving, drug driving and drug-related offences
• 40 traffic infringement notices issued, with many relating to overloaded vehicles, seatbelt offences and unrestrained children
• One vehicle defect notice issued

Detective Sergeant Dale Motter-Barnard said police would continue targeting dangerous behaviour on Territory roads.

“Operations like this are about identifying people who are putting themselves and other road users at risk.”

“Over four days, officers detected drink and drug drivers, overloaded vehicles, people wanted on outstanding warrants and individuals allegedly carrying illicit drugs. Those are exactly the types of offences we’re looking to disrupt.”

“We’ll continue running highly visible road safety and drug detection operations across the Territory because drivers who choose to break the law should expect to be stopped and held accountable.”

Police remind motorists that declared Drug Detection Areas and roadside enforcement operations can occur anywhere, at any time, and encourage all road users to plan ahead, obey the road rules and never drive while affected by alcohol or drugs.

Source: South Australia County Fire Service

VIRGINIA

Issued on
26 Jul 2026 23:44

Virginia Structure Fire

The SA Country Fire Service (CFS) is responding to a commercial structure fire at Virginia, north of Adelaide.

Approximately 60 CFS firefighters, supported by SA Ambulance Service and SA Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) firefighters, are working to contain the fire, which is burning in a large industrial building on Old Port Wakefield Road.

The quick work by CFS and MFS crews has prevented the fire spreading to any neighbouring properties.

Message ID 0009423

Source: South Australia County Fire Service

Issued on
26 Jul 2026 22:55

Warning area
Virginia Township, Old Port Wakefield Road, Sheedy Road, Port Wakefield Highway, Juniper Boulevard, Penfield Road in Virginia.

Warning level
Advice – Avoid Smoke

Action
Smoke from the Virginia is in the Virginia area.

Smoke can affect your health. You should stay informed and be aware of the health impacts of smoke on yourself and others.

Symptoms of exposure includes shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing, burning eyes, running nose, chest tightness, chest pain and dizziness or light-headedness.

If you or anyone in your care are having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention from your local GP. If your symptoms become severe, call 000.

More information will be provided by the CFS when it is available.

Source: Tasmania Police

Woman dies following Legana crash

Sunday, 26 July 2026 – 9:00 pm.

Sadly, police can confirm the 39-year-old Winkleigh woman involved in a crash on the West Tamar Highway at Legana on Friday afternoon has died in hospital.
The woman was the sole occupant of her blue Nissan Navara and was travelling north on the highway when a man driving a blue Skoda collided head-on with her vehicle.
Police believe the man was the perpetrator of a serious wounding incident in Exeter a short time earlier, in which a woman known to him sustained serious stab wounds.
The man was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.
The woman who was wounded remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Our thoughts are with the loved ones of both women, and all those affected by these incidents.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.