Drug trafficking operation busted at Melbourne building sites

Police arrested a CFMEU delegate and two others in raids that uncovered alleged steroid and drug trafficking at Melbourne construction sites.

Why it mattersThe arrests are part of Taskforce Hawk, set up in July 2024 to target criminal behaviour linked to the construction industry.

AustraliaThis Melbourne investigation is part of Taskforce Hawk, established in July 2024 to target crime linked to Victoria's construction sector.

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Three arrested after plumber shot dead in Melbourne car park

Daniel Hussein, 22, died at the scene in a car park near HR Uren Reserve on Sunday evening.

Why it mattersA fatal shooting in a public space affects community safety and police resources across Melbourne's suburbs.

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Canberra man denied bail twice over alleged child sexual assault

A 39-year-old Canberra man faces multiple charges of sexual assault on a child relative; bail has been refused twice.

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Drug trafficking operation busted at Melbourne building sites

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Three arrested after plumber shot dead in Melbourne car park

Canberra man denied bail twice over alleged child sexual assault

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