They might make a habit out of breaking the law but there’s one rule these alleged criminals won’t be caught out flouting. Here’s a selection of mask-wearing Melburnians caught on camera that cops want to talk to.
A council election has turned nasty and a Jewish candidate left shaken by a disturbing anti-Semitic and homophobic attacks on his campaign posters, prompting calls for those behind the “repugnant” vandalism to be hauled before the courts.
A notorious bandit who pilfered a dildo and lubricant from a Chadstone pharmacy said he just “borrowed” the items. It comes after a thieving spree which saw him make off with $20,000 in jewellery from an Eastland store.
A Parkdale mum stole her victim’s ID and made dodgy bank documents to apply for rental properties as part of a “sophisticated” scheme. And she sobbed as a magistrate gave her a grim warning.
Businesses have been hit so hard by the pandemic in Melbourne’s inner south many are “on the bones of their shins”, with just one street alone having 23 shop vacancies. The situation has become so dire one council has decided to take action.
Year 12 students are likely to miss out on their school formals due to coronavirus restrictions. But an Aussie rock group has teamed up with a mental health service and KFC to bring it live to student lounge rooms across the country.
One of Melbourne’s most popular fresh food markets is now online — and offering same-day delivery of fruit and veg, meat and even craft beer to homes outside the 5km radius.
A former Bunnings employee has been accused of pilfering numerous items, including cargo pants, a wheel lock and tool boxes, during her shifts at Bunnings Mentone. But the Frankston grandmother says she only stole one thing.
Road closures are on the cards in Elsternwick, Carnegie and Bentleigh to make way for alfresco dining as the council and traders try to reboot the hospitality industry following coronavirus restrictions.
A popular Wah Wah Lounge DJ once described as “one of the hottest young talents around” stalked his ex-girlfriend and threatened to share explicit photos and videos of her on social media after their love went sour.
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