Carjacking will also default to the County Court unless a judge finds “substantial and compelling” reasons for it to remain in the youth jurisdiction.

In 2024, Victoria recorded the highest number of deceased organ donors in the nation, highlighting both the generosity of residents and the efforts of staff facilitating life-saving donations.

“Sport can be used to address social issues such as family violence, discrimination and social cohesion,” particularly for diverse communities.

Lower-level assaults and threatening behaviour — including profane or obscene language — will attract separate summary offences with penalties of up to six months behind bars.

Premier Jacinta Allan said the Early Intervention Sports and Activities Menu, part of the state’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), will offer young people alternatives that could be life-changing.

Christopher Rosario, Kasturi Jathar, Ajit Walia, Khon Hossain, and Eva Loader have been appointed to lead day-to-day operations across the Arden, Parkville, State Library, Town Hall and Anzac stations.

The impact crushed the rear of the bus, tore it off the road and sent it rolling down a steep embankment, trapping students and staff inside.

“Our team will provide the genuine alternative that Victorians are crying out for.”

These numbers are not at the level to sustain an argument for a crisis in youth crime, despite the high-profile media attention.

To celebrate the moment, public transport will be free every weekend until 1 February — an invitation for families, train enthusiasts and everyday travellers to explore the new stations without touching their Myki.