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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondent

Victoria police charge more to patrol football, tennis and music festivals in major event fee overhaul

Victoria police officers stand outside the MCG
Victoria police say the increased charges, which came into effect on 1 January, are aimed at reducing costs for taxpayers. Photograph: Joe Castro/AAP

Victoria’s police force will charge more to patrol major events, such as AFL matches, the Australian Open, the Grand Prix and music festivals, under its biggest overhaul of fees in more than a decade.

Under the changes, which came into effect on 1 January, police can charge for planning major events and have increased the cost of using police animals, aircraft and drones, as well as services such as fingerprinting and background checks.

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