The Daily Aus Headlines: Vic Govt considers new police powers after fatal stabbings
Sep 9, 2025
The Victorian Premier is contemplating enhanced police powers after a tragic double homicide of young boys in Melbourne. In a significant turn, NSW Police have dropped charges against a former Greens candidate injured during a pro-Palestinian protest. Meanwhile, Nepal’s government has ended a controversial social media ban following severe protests that claimed 19 lives. On a brighter note, UK researchers have unveiled a revolutionary technology aimed at making lung cancer screening more affordable and accessible.
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Government Weighs New Police Powers
- Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says government will consider expanding police powers after two boys were fatally stabbed in Melbourne's outer west.
- Authorities believe the attacks were targeted and are investigating connections between incidents.
Fatal Stabbings In Cobblebank
- Victoria Police found a 12-year-old boy with multiple stab wounds and later a 15-year-old nearby with similar injuries.
- Both children died at the scene and police are treating the deaths as connected targeted attacks.
Protest Injury Case Dropped
- Hannah Thomas, a former Greens candidate, was injured in a pro‑Palestinian protest after a scuffle with police and lost sight in one eye.
- New South Wales Police dropped all charges and Thomas intends to sue over alleged brutality.