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Today's headlines:Victoria Police have announced a further 800 children will need to be tested for possible infectious diseases.Australia’s central bank has recommended businesses get rid of extra charges on payments made by debit and credit cards.U.S. President Donald Trump has said widespread tariffs will be imposed on Russia should a peace deal with Ukraine not be reached within 50 days.And today’s good news: Researchers from the University of South Australia have invented a biodegradable gel that delivers medication to limit the severity of tremors and stiffness as a result of Parkinson’s disease. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Victorian community was shocked and outraged by the brutal murder of real estate agent Lorelle Makin in 2005 at a house she was trying to sell. A mother of two targeted by a calculated killer simply for how she looked. For the first time, Homicide Squad detectives tell their story of locking up Lorelle's killer. For more information about Victoria Police, go to police.vic.gov.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police' Paul Hogan joined Jimmy Bartel and Mark Allen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heidi Murphy read out a statement from Victoria Police on the dramatic story today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police have issued a statement on the incident in Wantirna South.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When you're the only police officer in the place you call home, you need a full bag of skills, training and experience. And, like leading senior constables Lisa Lorenz and George Crawford, you need a fair bit of personality.For more information about Victoria Police, go to police.vic.gov.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sly of the Underworld has commented on the start of Mike Bush's tenure as the new chief commissioner of Victoria Police.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What do bushfires, TikTok, and police comms have in common?For Kendall Masters, they've each shaped a sharp, no-nonsense approach to government communication.In this episode, she joins David Pembroke to unpack what it really takes to build trust, cut through the noise, and connect with the public — especially when time and attention are in short supply.Kendall shares lessons in agility, authenticity, and strategic clarity, from rolling out TikTok with Victoria Police to managing emergency comms during the 2019–20 bushfires and COVID-19. They explore the limits of video, the myth of reach-for-the-sake-of-it, and why good reporting is about more than numbers — it's about telling the right story to the right people.Discussed in this episode:Moving from traditional media to digital-first commsLessons from bushfire and COVID-19 emergency responseWhen video works — and when it doesn'tLaunching TikTok with Victoria PoliceDitching vanity metrics for meaningful reportingBuilding skilled, strategic comms teamsShow notes:TikTok | Victoria PoliceBlog | GovComms PodcastLinkedIn | GovComms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12-year-old Terry Floyd disappeared from the Pyrenees Highway outside Avoca in June 1975. His brother Daryl has spent the last 50 years searching for him. Daryl has teamed up with renowned Victorian detective Charlie Bezzina to help find his brother and to bring the man they believe was responsible for abducting and murdering Terry, to justice. In this episode of Crime Insiders | Detectives Brent Sanders and Charlie Bezzina take a deep dive on the evidence Charlie has uncovered and why the alleged offender has never been charged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Queensland Police Superintendent Jim Keogh joined Jacqui Felgate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police's Julie-Anne Newman had the full details this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police have the latest details on Sunday's assault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our next guest is from the Safer Communities Division of Victoria Police — working to strengthen trust, visibility, and inclusion for LGBTIQA+ communities. Please welcome Jeremy Oliver. Jeremy Oliver works... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 14th June, 2025: Jeremy Oliver – Victoria Police, Safer Communities Division appeared first on Saturday Magazine.
This episode of 'The Two Jacks' features Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack discussing a range of topics. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the story of former Victoria Police detective Denis Ryan and his fight for justice against clerical abuse, detailed in the book Unholy Trinity. They also touch upon Australian and international politics, including sectarianism, the current state of the Labor and Green parties, the situation in Tasmania, and US and UK politics with commentary on Elon Musk, the Democrats, and Sir Keir Starmer. The episode concludes with a discussion on sports, specifically AFL, NRL, and cricket.PS - THESE SHOWNOTES ARE AI GENERATED(0:00:33) - Discussion of the life and fight for justice of former Vic Boll police detective Denis Ryan, who sought to prosecute Monsignor John Day for child sex offenses in Mildura in 1972, referencing the book Unholy Trinity.(0:09:31) - The police force's reaction to Denis Ryan's investigation, the "Catholic mafia" stymying the investigation, and Denis being ostracized.(0:17:43) - Joel Hill's encounter with then Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police, Graham Ashton, and asking him when he would apologize to Denis Ryan, which eventually led to formal apologies and compensation.(0:30:09) - Discussion of Dorinda Cox, former WA Green senator, joining the Labor Party and the political implications.(0:41:03) - Moving on from Australian politics to Elon Musk's unhappiness with a congressional spending bill and related gossip.(0:50:30) - Moving on to Ukraine and their significant win with drones taking out a substantial number of Russia's bomber fleet and the wider implications for the war.(0:55:09) - Moving on to the UK and Sir Keir Starmer's woes, including attacks from within his party and being spooked by the Reform party, and a discussion on immigration issues.(1:07:03) - Moving on to sport, mentioning the Tasmanian Devils AFL team and their reliance on political results in Tasmania, leading into a wider discussion on AFL governance and umpiring issues.(1:20:56) - Moving on to NRL, discussing State of Origin and a listener's lament about the South Sydney Rabbitohs.(1:23:46) - Discussion of PSG (Paris Saint-Germain) winning the Champions League final against Inter Milan and related events.(1:25:38) - Looking ahead to next week, mentioning the Test Championship at Lord's and Virat Kohli's IPL win, and discussing Australian cricket.
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Victoria Police's Belinda Batty had the latest details on the traffic disruptions this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police seize an average of 44 illegal blades, machetes and zombie knives and they're on track to seize a record number of knives in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Moclair reads out the statement from Victoria Police. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A health adviser, a pathologist and two forensic officers from Victoria Police all took to the witness box today – but a man in a yellow t-shirt also wanted to have his say. The Mushroom Cook team is Brooke Grebert-Craig, Laura Placella, Anthony Dowsley, Jordy Atkinson and Jonty BurtonOur intern is Jasmine Geddes. The Mushroom Cook is a Herald Sun production for True Crime Australia. Go to themushroomcook.com.au for news, features, previous episodes and more Subscribers get our bonus Sunday shows with crime reporter Anthony Dowsley. CrimeX subscribers: find this episode in your podcast feed Subscribers to the Herald Sun, Daily Telegraph, Courier Mail, Adelaide Advertiser or News regional titles can listen through the App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police spoke about the Northland machete attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 1994 bombing of the Adelaide National Crime Authority sent shockwaves across Australia. It was a brutal act that killed a police officer and seriously injured others, sparking one of the most daring undercover operations in our history. But this police sting had an unusual weapon - forensics. With red phosphorus linking the bombs and a drug manufacturing business run by a key suspect, and forensic experts involved in the operation, this was a rare moment where science went on the offensive. In this episode, host Liz Porter is joined by Colin McLaren, the cop who infiltrated the Australian Mafia, lived a double life, and brought down a group of organised crime kingpins from the inside. This episode contains graphic descriptions of violent crime. If you or anyone you know needs assistance, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police media officer Sam Bidey had the full details on this strange story!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police have more about this incredible story!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inspector Craig McEvoy joined Jacqui Felgate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police have a new Chief Commissioner - Mike Bush. Mike is the former New Zealand Commissioner of Police and has had a decorated career. However, his time as a Detective and a lead investigator saw him take on some gruesome and confronting cases - a far stretch from the press conferences and media appearances as commissioner. Last year, Mike joined Crime Insiders Detectives host, and fellow former NZ cop, Brent Sanders, to talk about some of the most memorable cases from his 40+ year career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Jacqui's thoughts on 3AW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear the full story on the police report this morning!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The search for Victoria Police's next Chief Commissioner continues, and in the next week the new top cop will be announced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Content Warning: This episode of Doin' Time may contain audio images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have died, and discussion of Deaths in Custody.This special Doin' Time program is a dedication and tribute to the much loved and honourable Uncle Ray Jackson, born 27 March, 1941 and died on April 23 2015. He was a Wiradjuri warrior who dedicated his life to fighting for justice and human rights for Aboriginal people, and much more. Our first Tribute to Ray is Joseph Pugliese longtime activist and much loved guest on Doin Time, and close friend of Uncle Ray Jackson. We will hear from his loved ones throughout the show.We will also interview Carolyn Jackson daughter of Uncle Ray. She has been a much loved part of the show since 2015 when her father passed away. Ray is missed by Carolyn, and her beautiful family.Lastly, we will bring you an interview with Rob from Monday Breakfast. On Saturday the 26th of April around 450 activists attended a counterprotest in the name of trans liberation. The action was countering the reactionary 'WOMEN WILL SPEAK' rally, organised by TERFs and white nationalists. A similar event held last year by the Women's Action Group, an organisation dedicated to spouting transphobia, was attended by members of the National Socialist Network. A group of trans and queer people, antifascists, and other allies disrupted Saturday's action by making noise and dancing to music in numbers vastly higher than that of the transphobic rally. Police set up a designated area during the day and used these powers to force activists, many of whom are disabled, to remove their masks before searching them with a wand. VicPol later used brutal force against protestors who were chanting about Victoria Police's murder of Somali man Abdifatah Ahmed in Footscray two weeks ago. Doin' Time spoke to Rob Harrison, a proud non-binary, transgender and queer person, who attended the rally and witnessed the police violence. They are a co-host of the Monday Breakfast show at 3CR Community Radio. I invited Rob on to the show today because Uncle Ray was very committed to fighting police powers, and always stood in solidarity with our trans siblings. Rob gave an eyewitness account of the rally, and the police brutality.
On this episode of The LEO First Podcast, Michael Laidler sits down with Lee Wolahan, a 24-year veteran of Victoria Police and a specialist in crisis negotiation. Lee spent the last 14 years working within the Critical Incident Response Team, where he mastered the art of communication under pressure. Today, Lee shares how the negotiation skills honed in high-stakes policing can be used to enhance team management, stakeholder engagement, and leadership effectiveness. From teaching how to move conversations from "no" to "yes," to managing performance in stressful environments, Lee's insights are practical for anyone looking to lead and communicate better. Through his current work training police officers, detectives, and specialist units, Lee emphasizes world-class negotiation strategies that influence behavior and create better outcomes — whether on the street or in the boardroom. Tune in to hear how communication truly becomes the ultimate tool for leadership. #crisisnegotiation #leadership #communication #lawenforcement #theleofirstpodcast
Document examiner Neil Holland has worked on documents related to investigations into alleged Nazi war criminals, accused killers and dodgy bookies, and resurrected the writing on a document found inside a corpse’s stomach. In 1985, when Neil was the head of the Victoria Police document examination branch, the National Gallery of Victoria made history - acquiring Pablo Picasso's The Weeping Woman. At $2 million, it was the most expensive artwork ever purchased by a gallery in Australia. Less than a year later, it was gone. Stolen in a daring heist that left police, the art world, and the media stunned. Eighteen days after the theft, Neil found himself in the back of a police van in the dead of night - cradling a brown paper package. Inside? The missing Picasso, taken hostage by a group calling themselves the Australian Cultural Terrorists. In this episode, he’s here to tell host Liz Porter the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police have issued an update on the worrying story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police had the latest on the attack with Mark Allen and Jimmy Bartel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police has switched its system for sending penalty notices electronically from 11 February. SBS Nepali spoke with community members on the Electronic Penalty Infringement Notices (EPINS) system. - भिक्टोरिया प्रहरीले पोस्टबाट जरिमानाको सूचना पठाउने प्रणालीलाई फेब्रुअरी ११ बाट विद्युतीय बनाएको छ। ‘इलेक्ट्रोनिक पेनल्टी इन्फ्रिज्मेन्ट नोटिसेस् वा (इपिन्स) भनिने विद्युतीय दण्ड जरिमाना प्रणालीबारे एक रिपोर्ट सुन्नुहोस्।
Victoria Police have the latest on the dramatic arrest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police sees surge in exam applicants after academic requirement drop, South Australia Police sparks outrage over top cop’s bizarre recruitment video. Plus, German court sentences journalist for posting meme mocking minister.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police media officer Darcie Sword had the full details on the concerning incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the shock backflip decision of acting Victoria Police chief commissioner Rick Nugent earlier this week, the search has began for Victoria's next top cop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More instability for the Allan government and Victoria Police after months of controversy, data reveals the Coalition’s homebuyer plan offers little affordability relief. Plus, Labor pushes for a wage increase above inflation for 2.9 million workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The top cop Rick Nugent joined 3AW Breakfast on Wednesday morning and said it's a very "demanding" role.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police senior media officer Leonie Johnson told Ross and Russel the full details on the story from overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police had the latest with Ross and Russ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police senior media officer Leonie Johnson told the full story to Ross and Russ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria Police senior media officer Leonie Johnson had the details on the story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In June 1880, the Kelly gang clashed with the Victoria Police in a long-anticipated shootout. When the police arrived in the small town of Glenrowan, where the gang was holed up, they quickly donned their homemade iron armour, crafted from stolen ploughboards. Whatever else Ned Kelly may have been; he was undoubtedly innovative. Join us this week as we explore his story and examine the Biblical armour that God has prepared for each of us.
The Chaldean Culture Salon hosted an open seminar with Vicroian government and police force to raise awareness about crimes and violence in Melbourne. Activist Youhana Bidaweed spoke to SBS Assyrian about details of this seminar.
Victoria Police are investigating two separate attacks on Muslim women in Melbourne, as being motivated by prejudice. They say the attacks occurred in a shopping centre in the city's north, in the full view of onlookers.
Retired detective Joe Noonan sits down for a frank and deeply reflective discussion about his years in Victoria Police, the toll of frontline policing, and how the force has changed over time. With a mix of sharp wit and hard-earned wisdom, he shares stories of crime, corruption, and camaraderie, offering an insider's perspective on the realities of law enforcement. From high-pressure investigations to the lingering effects of the job, this interview pulls back the curtain on the life of a cop beyond the badge.BREAKING RANKShttps://www.amazon.com.au/Breaking-Ranks-Amazing-True-Story-ebook/dp/B08WWMWN7PDISCERNABLEhttps://linktr.ee/discernableofficial
Pat Boyle APM is a 47 year veteran of Victoria Police, who spent a large part of his career working as a Detective Inspector and Detective Superintendent with a focus on gang related crime.He's also carved out a career for himself in academia, publishing a master's thesis entitled "What is a Street Gang?" It turns out the answer to that question is much more complicated that I imagined.Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Got a True Crime question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a question by recording a voice message here.For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732CREDITS:Host: Meshel LaurieGuests: Pat Boyle APMExecutive Producer/Editor: Matthew TankardGET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here.Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com Become a subscriber to Australian True Crime Plus here: https://plus.acast.com/s/australiantruecrime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It's a shortened version of this week's more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.Pat Boyle APM is a 47 year veteran of Victoria Police, who spent a large part of his career working as a Detective Inspector and Detective Superintendent with a focus on gang related crime.He's also carved out a career for himself in academia, publishing a master's thesis entitled "What is a Street Gang?" It turns out the answer to that question is much more complicated that I imagined.Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Got a True Crime question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a question by recording a voice message here.For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732CREDITS:Host: Meshel LaurieGuests: Pat Boyle APMExecutive Producer/Editor: Matthew TankardGET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here.Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com Become a subscriber to Australian True Crime Plus here: https://plus.acast.com/s/australiantruecrime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.