Australia's Socceroos drew 0-0 with Paraguay, securing a spot in the World Cup knockout round for the third time. Their next opponent is to be determined among Egypt, Iran, Belgium, and New Zealand.
Four Victoria Police officers died in a traffic stop on Melbourne's Eastern Freeway in 2020 when a truck crashed into their vehicles. The incident led to complex investigations and prosecutions of the Porsche driver, Richard Pusey, and the truck driver, Mohinder Singh, as well as the trucking company Connect Logistics and its executives.
Six years after the Eastern Freeway crash killed four Victoria Police officers, the investigation's impact continues to affect the force. The tragedy, caused by a speeding Porsche and a drug-impaired truck driver, led to complex prosecutions and profound grief.
Police are investigating an incident in Malmsbury, central Victoria, where a car allegedly deliberately mowed down a flock of geese. Four geese died at the scene, with two injured birds rescued by locals. The incident has reignited a debate in the town about the geese's presence.
Victoria Police are investigating an off-field assault at an Ararat Eagles vs. Lismore-Derrinallum football match in Ararat, Victoria. Footage shows a player punching an opponent as play continued. The Mininera and District Football League is also reviewing two on-field incidents.
Craig Lineham, a former Victoria Police officer, has been sentenced to six months in prison for harassing Sarah Baker on social media for 18 months. He posted sexually degrading remarks, threatened to find her address, and incited others to abuse her.
Victoria Police are working to combat corruption in the construction sector and address rising youth crime, with Taskforce Hawk investigating organised crime and Operation Eclipse targeting firebombing attacks, as crime becomes a major issue ahead of the November state election.
Police arrested 28-year-old Jayden Day in Victoria after a cross-border pursuit involving a stolen Bentley. He is linked to an aggravated burglary, shooting, and assault in the Mildura region.
Police are searching for 28-year-old Jayden Day following a shooting, assault, and aggravated burglary in Mildura, Victoria. Day was involved in a pursuit with police into New South Wales before allegedly swimming back across the Murray River. Authorities warn he may be armed and urge the public not to approach him.
A man, described as African in appearance with 'afro-type' hair, is wanted by police after allegedly stabbing two people (a woman in her 30s and a man, 40) in targeted attacks in Melbourne's north and east, and crashing a stolen car into a house in Dandenong North.
Vandalism targeting speed limit signs in regional Victoria is linked to community frustration over reduced limits. Residents argue the changes are a substitute for road maintenance, leading to petitions and calls for higher limits.
A coroner's court heard Dezi Freeman yelled abuse at a dying constable after two Victoria police officers were killed investigating an alleged child sexual assault. Freeman was later shot dead by police.
Dezi Freeman yelled abuse at two dying Victoria police officers investigating alleged child sexual assault before shooting them dead. He was later killed by police seven months after the incident.
An inquest opened into the deaths of Victoria Police officers Neal Thompson and Vadim de Waart-Hottart, and police killer Dezi Freeman. Details emerged about Freeman's final moments, including insults to officers and the lack of bodycam footage.
Allegations of child sexual assault and child abuse material production were the reason for a search warrant that led to Dezi Freeman fatally shooting two Victorian police officers. Freeman was later killed by police.
Wendy Steendam, former Victoria Police deputy commissioner, will lead the new Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA) to improve childcare safety after alleged abuse and system failures. She assures parents the system is safe and committed to preventing future incidents.
Guzman y Gomez is shutting down its US business after failing to gain traction in a competitive market. The Mexican-themed chain cited unacceptable store performance and will incur up to US$40m in closure costs.
Victoria Police will launch its first regional police training academy in Mildura next year, aiming to train 100 recruits annually. The pilot program seeks to address recruitment and retention challenges by offering training closer to home, potentially boosting local police numbers and the regional economy.
Matthew Cameron Paton, a 52-year-old Victorian Police sergeant, died in Peru after falling an estimated 400 metres on the Inca Trail near Machu Picchu. He tripped and fell through a damaged security barrier while walking with a tourist group.
Matthew Paton, a 52-year-old Victoria Police sergeant, died after falling an estimated 400 metres on Peru's Inca Trail. He tripped and fell through a damaged barrier near the Intipunku entrance while hiking with a group. His body was recovered and authorities are assisting his family.
Three people, two 18-year-old men and a 17-year-old boy, have been arrested over a string of alleged arson attacks targeting Melbourne nightlife venues, including La Di Da nightclub and Electric Bar. Police allege the spree involved ram-raids and accelerant, with one suspect reportedly setting himself on fire.
A Porepunkah property owner says he helped a wounded police officer after the fatal shooting where Dezi Freeman killed two Victoria police officers.
The Porepunkah community and Victoria Police pick grapes together to make wine in honour of Neal Thompson and Vadim De Waart-Hottart, who were killed by Dezi Freeman.
The police force is trying to fill a shortfall in frontline officers with crime in Victoria at a 10-year high.
