The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research said in its latest quarterly update that “steal from retail store” rose 9.3 per cent in the two years to December 2025

Victorian authorities emphasised there is no current identified threat to public safety.

In a statement, the Melbourne Malayalee Federation expressed its condolences, describing Mr Thomas’s death as a significant loss for both his family and the wider community.

Court documents show that Chaudhary, along with two former Air Canada employees, exploited a cargo delivery that had arrived at an Air Canada warehouse.

PM Albanese confirmed the establishment of a national Fuel Supply Taskforce to coordinate distribution across states and territories, as concerns grow over disruptions to global oil and gas markets.

“It means a lot for me… Australia has given us — my family, and a lot of the wider South Pacific people — lots of opportunity.”

Fair Work’s 2026 public holiday guidance now also lists both Saturday 25 April and Monday 27 April for the ACT, bringing workplace advice into line with the updated ACT holiday listing.

Victoria Police had not publicly confirmed an arrest or charges in the matter at the time of publication.

His tenure has been marked by a focus on welfare delivery, infrastructure expansion, economic growth, and international visibility.

Australian Defence described the event as both a naval tradition and a demonstration of shared commitment to maritime security and international cooperation