Victoria's car theft crisis hits record levels

Teen found hiding under giant teddy bear

A 15-year-old allegedly involved in a vehicle theft in Murgon was discovered by police hiding under a giant teddy bear. The teenager is charged with multiple offences including robbery with violence, unlicensed driving and unlawful use of a motor vehicle after allegedly stealing a silver Toyota Hilux attached to a food van with three other males. Two men aged 50 and 52 were allegedly forced from the vehicle during the incident, and the accused has appeared in Kingaroy Children's Court. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

E-bike riders wreak havoc in Canberra shopping centre

Three youths on e-bikes rode through South Point shopping centre in Greenway, ACT, performing burnouts and leaving skid marks on the floor at 8pm last week. The incident caused damage to the centre and was captured on camera. ACT police are working to identify the young offenders as e-bike law reforms are being implemented across other Australian states. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Shocking road rage incident caught on dash cam

Dash cam footage captured a dangerous road rage incident on McIntyre Road at Modbury Heights in Adelaide's eastern suburbs. A black twin cab ute was filmed overtaking on the grass median strip and swerving across traffic lanes, while a passenger in a white car was seen dangling out the window as the vehicle sped down the road. Police are reviewing the footage and charges are expected to be laid. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Manhunt underway after hit and run in Rhodes

A motorcyclist in his 30s was struck by a white sedan on Concord Road at Rhodes in Sydney's inner west just after 10.30pm. The driver fled the scene, leaving the injured rider on the ground. The victim was transported to hospital for treatment while police continue their investigation and search for the driver. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

One Nation surge sparks election uncertainty

Recent polling indicates a tight race between Labor and One Nation for the next federal election, with One Nation's support surging by 2% following Pauline Hanson's National Press Club address. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Miles discusses the government's budget challenges, including negotiations with the Greens over NDIS legislation and tax reforms focused on housing affordability and tax cuts. Australia has signed its largest defence export deal in history, a $2.5 billion agreement with Canada to provide over-the-horizon radar technology that will support 1,000 Australian jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.