Victoria Police urge Longwood residents to stay vigilant amid reports of suspicious activity and potential looting. Premier Jacinta Allan condemns the acts as 'sickening' while bushfires continue to burn across the state.
Victoria remains on high alert with 24 fires still burning. Authorities warn the threat is far from over, with extreme heat expected to return. Stay informed and follow emergency advice.
A dramatic police pursuit through West Perth ended in a crash, leading to the arrest of a 33-year-old man and the discovery of drugs and weapons. Read the full details.
A severe heatwave is gripping Victoria, with temperatures up to 16C above normal. The BoM warns of extreme health risks and catastrophic fire conditions. Stay cool and check on loved ones.
A driver had a miraculous escape after his car rolled on Townsend Road in Moolap. Emergency services responded, but the man walked away with only minor injuries. Read the full story.
The Queensland Government faces accusations of greenwashing and hiding the environmental impact of a new $3.6bn Olympic stadium at Brisbane's Victoria Park. Critics warn of catastrophic heritage loss. Read the full story.
Victoria Police have released CCTV in two separate Melbourne investigations: a cyclist's inappropriate assault on a walking trail and a brazen temple robbery. Know the latest.
Police urgently seek public help to find missing 82-year-old Portarlington man, John, who lives with dementia. He was last seen on Tuesday afternoon. If seen, call 000 immediately.
A woman has been taken to hospital following a serious two-vehicle collision on the Great Ocean Road at Anglesea. Emergency services responded to the scene. Read the latest details.
Portarlington Road in Moolap was closed after a serious single-vehicle crash where a car flipped. Police are investigating the incident. Read the latest updates.
A Melbourne father spent Christmas recovering after a brutal assault while breaking up a fight. Police are hunting the offender who fled the scene. Read more and see the CCTV.
Victoria's Homicide Squad has concluded its investigation into the mysterious death of a Norlane man, handing the case back to local Geelong detectives. The probe continues.
A baby boy is fighting for life after being found unresponsive in a bath in Corio. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon.
A dramatic police chase unfolded in Townsville after a driver collided with a patrol vehicle and fled. The incident, captured on video, involved a major search operation. Read the full story.
A man has died after a shooting in Melbourne's Fitzroy. Police are hunting the gunman who fled the scene near a Catholic primary school. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A woman has died after her car left the Hamilton Highway and struck a town sign near Inverleigh. Police are investigating the fatal single-vehicle crash.
Two young men are fighting for life after a brutal machete attack by a gang of seven on Melbourne's Lygon Street. Police are hunting the attackers following the end of Victoria's machete amnesty.
A New Year's Eve celebration in Geelong turned violent, leading to a teenager's arrest and a man being hospitalised. Police are investigating the incident.
Victoria Police has formally apologised and paid $380,000 to Brooke Patterson after a wrongful arrest. The incident, stemming from mistaken identity, led to a Supreme Court case. Read the full details.
Geelong police launch a major New Year's Eve operation with weapon searches and sniffer dogs to ensure safety. Details on patrols, prohibited items, and public transport changes.
Breaches of family violence orders remain Geelong's most reported crime, with police highlighting technology's dual role in both facilitating abuse and aiding enforcement. Read the latest data.
A man has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a reported stabbing on the Great Ocean Road in Anglesea. Police are investigating the incident.
Three teenagers face multiple charges after an alleged armed carjacking and dramatic police chase through Melbourne's southeast. The 76-year-old victim was unharmed. Read the full details.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over an alleged assault on a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Pier have been released without charge. Police continue to investigate and seek witnesses.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over an alleged assault on a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Pier have been released without charge. Police urge witnesses and the man who intervened to come forward.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over alleged assault of a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Beach. Police seek witnesses and the man who intervened. Incident followed chaotic teen brawl at same location.
A rabbi's car with a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was firebombed in Melbourne's St Kilda East. Police are searching for a homeless man to assist the investigation. Community leaders have spoken out following the attack.
A dramatic single-vehicle crash on Shannon Avenue in Geelong saw a car flip onto its roof on Boxing Day. Emergency services responded swiftly. Read the latest details.
A vehicle displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was deliberately set alight in St Kilda East in the early hours of Christmas Day. Police are investigating the suspicious fire and urging witnesses to come forward.
A Norwegian visitor's Australian Christmas holiday ended abruptly after a vicious attack by a group at St Kilda pier. Police seek four young people captured on CCTV.