The Latest Breaking News from Department of Justice and Community Safety

Youth crime prevention programs face axe as Victorian government funding dwindles

Exclusive: Labor criticised for failing to address root causes of young people’s offending amid deep cuts to spending

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

Justice department charged after youth worker 'assault'

WorkSafe has charged Victoria's Department of Justice and Community Safety after a youth justice worker was allegedly assaulted at a Melbourne facility.

AAP · Feb 28, 2024

Urban planning has long ignored women's experiences. Here are 5 ways we can make our cities safer

Women consistently raise concerns about their safety when moving through their cities and communities.

The Conversation · Nov 17, 2023