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Hooligan caught on cam jumping on parked cars
A Southbank resident has spoken of their disgust and frustration after their car was stomped on while parked in Kavanagh St on January 30.
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Community bands together to tackle increasing bike and scooter thefts
Residents will come together with Victoria Police to address a growing concern of bike and scooter thefts in their community.
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Two teens arrested after fleeing two-car crash at notorious intersection
Police have arrested two teenagers after they were seen fleeing the scene of a two-car crash in Southbank, which resulted in a woman being taken to hospital.
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E-scooter injuries sees a rise in hospital attendances, new data shows
Electric scooter accidents that have resulted in injured riders being taken to hospital have more than tripled in the past year, new data reveals, as popularity in the transport activity grows.
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New zebra crossings coming to Balston and Kavanagh streets
A push for pedestrian crossings to be installed at Balston and Kavanagh streets has received the City of Melbourne’s backing, with works to begin in a few months.
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E-scooter riders put on notice in a bid to improve road safety
Victoria Police have put e-scooter riders on notice after vowing to crack down on illegal rider behaviour in a bid to improve road safety ahead of the warmer months.
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Safety summit positive “step forward” in addressing community concerns
A safety summit has been staged bringing together the City of Melbourne, Victoria Police, residents’ groups including those that represent Southbank, and stakeholders, to address various issues facing the city.
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Crown punters restricted to $1000 cash limits
New laws holding Crown Casino to greater account will see a $1000 cash limit imposed on punters after passing state parliament.
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Calls renewed for safety rethink at Kavanagh St-Power St intersection after further crashes reported
A Southbank road safety advocate has renewed calls for a busy intersection to be made safer after a collision in recent weeks saw a man taken to hospital.
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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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Residents call for safety upgrade to Kavanagh St pedestrian crossing
A pedestrian crossing at a dangerous intersection in Southbank – which will soon have a playground open nearby – needs to be made safer, worried residents say.
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Motorcyclist killed in Southbank collision
Police are investigating after a motorcyclist died following a crash in Southbank on July 22.
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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 city and Southbank however authorities say they are gearing their efforts to people in genuine need.
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Residents calls for more “boots on the ground” in meeting with police
Southbank has hosted its first successful police community meeting as part of a new initiative aimed at focusing on issues that matter most to residents and improving safety.
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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.
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Police 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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Café owner loses $2000 after fraudster uses stolen credit card to make orders
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.
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Engineer 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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Residents “shaken” at lavish Southbank apartment building
Concerns are growing of escalating drug use, violence, and aggressive behaviour at a lavish Southbank apartment complex after formerly homeless Victorians moved into the building in August.
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Debut novel highlights urgent need to address violence against women
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