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New Australian Federal Police headquarters opens in the CBD
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has opened its new Victorian headquarters in the CBD, will now oversee Victorian and Tasmanian operations at 155 Little Lonsdale St.
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New bollard upgrade completed on Melbourne’s busiest pedestrian site
Twenty-eight permanent steel bollards have been installed at the intersection of Swanston and Flinders streets in an effort to ensure pedestrians are kept safe on one of Melbourne’s busiest sites.
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Weapons seized, nine arrested in major police operation following stabbings
A series of Victoria Police operations in the CBD and Carlton has seen an alarming number of weapons seized, including dagger swords, machetes, an axe, and box-cutters.
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Homelessness and public safety key issues at safety summit
A much-anticipated safety summit has been staged bringing together the City of Melbourne, Victoria Police, residents’ groups, and stakeholders to address various issues facing the city.
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E-scooter riders put on notice in a bid to improve road safety
Police have vowed to crack down on electric scooter riders to improve road safety ahead of the warmer months.
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Spike in dog attacks, barking complaints
The number of reported dog attacks within the City of Melbourne has doubled in the past two years, as the council considers ways to deal with increased pet ownership.
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Safety summit set to be staged after community voices calls to “find solutions”
A community safety summit set to be held later this year will aim to bring together stakeholders and residents’ groups to address neighbourhood safety concerns.
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“Professional beggars” target the city, but police focus on those genuinely experiencing homelessness
A small number of “professional beggars” who are not legitimate rough sleepers are targeting the CBD and Southbank, however, authorities say they are gearing their efforts to people in genuine need.
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Concerns grow of alcohol abuse as decision on late-night liquor licence freeze looms
CBD residents say they fear the outcome of a review next year of the existing freeze on late-night liquor licencing that could open the flood gates if it is not extended.
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CBD trader calls time as the city becomes overrun with crime and anti-social behaviour
A CBD trader fed-up with the city looking “grubby” and being overrun with anti-social behaviour says he will shut up shop once his lease ends next year.
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