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Local police go “back-to-basics” in new “Neighbourhood Policing” grassroots approach
Local police are going “back-to-basics” to tackle crime and support community safety under a new initiative to be launched in Southbank.
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Graffiti clean-up welcomed, but council concedes blitz is not enough
The City of Melbourne has stepped up its fight against graffiti with residents reporting a noticeable difference to Southbank following a major blitz across the city in March.
Read MorePolice hit the streets as crowds return to the Southbank precinct
The commander of Southbank Police Station says more officers are hitting the streets as foot traffic soared in recent weeks, particularly as major events such as the Moomba Festival attracted big crowds.
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A Southbank café owner has been left gutted after unknowingly falling victim to credit card fraud during last year’s lockdowns, in which he lost about $2000.
Read MoreEngineer inspects intersection following community petition
The Department of Transport has undertaken an in-person inspection of the Kavanagh St and Power St intersection after a resident raised concerns of safety.
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Police hit the streets as crowds return to the Southbank precinct
