Melbourne mayor condemns posters of alleged Bondi shooter in the CBD
Melbourne’s Lord Mayor has condemned a fresh wave of posters depicting an alleged Bondi shooter that appeared in the city centre, calling the act disturbing and unacceptable.
Victoria
Witnesses recount night Kylie Sanders died after Yarrawonga car strike in trial
Two neighbours give testimony in a Victorian court about the night Kylie Sanders died after a car strike in Yarrawonga. The Kristopher Castle trial continues with further details awaited.
Brazen ram raid and fire at Mooroopna gift shop captured on camera
Police release CCTV of a brazen ram raid and fire at a Mooroopna gift shop near Shepparton, as investigators appeal for information and review footage.
Teen slashed and run over in St Kilda incident prompts manhunt
Two men are on the run after a teenager was slashed with a knife and run over in St Kilda. Police urge witnesses to help investigators. Any information can help.
Melbourne council to bolster statue protection after costly repairs
Melbourne City Council moves to tighten protection around statues and memorials during high-risk periods, aiming to curb repair bills and safeguard public artwork with proactive measures.
Victoria’s Opposition Blocks VicHealth Merger Plan
In Victoria, the state opposition vows to block the government’s VicHealth merger with the health department, triggering a high-stakes clash over public health policy and agency independence.
Melbourne council boosts statue protections after repair costs
Melbourne council moves to strengthen statue protections during high-risk periods as repair bills rise, outlining what is known and what remains uncertain in a bid to safeguard public art.
Neo-Nazis charged over Halloween stunt in Victoria case
Two Melbourne-linked individuals face charges after an alleged Halloween display featuring KKK robes and blackface in Victoria, prompting questions about extremism, law and public safety.
Cadaver dogs deployed again in Victoria’s alpine search for Dezi Freeman
Victoria Police has boosted the alpine search for Dezi Freeman in Mount Buffalo National Park, with cadaver dogs and firearm/acoustic testing guiding ground teams.
Melbourne CBD gunman to undergo psychiatric assessment
In Melbourne, a man linked to a CBD crime spree using an imitation firearm has appeared in court for the first time since arrest. A psychiatrist will assess mental state ahead of further proceedings.