The Latest Breaking News from Mike Bush

Memory of 'despicable' bombing lingers 40 years on

One of Australia's most brutal bombings has been relived as the memory of its sole slain victim endures four decades since the attack.

AAP · Mar 26

Man charged over one of two separate fatal stabbings

Police have charged one man with murder as investigations continue into the death of another man involved in an unrelated stabbing attack.

AAP · Dec 23, 2025

Victoria to follow NSW in giving police new powers to stop protests in wake of Bondi terror attack

Police with semi-automatic rifles will be deployed at Boxing Day Test but commissioner says this move is not based on a ‘specific new threat’

The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2025

Chopper trip may hover over top cop's behaviour calls

A police chief's decision to use an official helicopter to travel interstate could complicate his bid to restore public trust in the force.

AAP · Oct 22, 2025

Chopper ride doesn't pass pub test, top cop concedes

A state police chief admits "the buck stops with me" after flying interstate on a force helicopter, but denies the travel decision risked public safety.

AAP · Oct 21, 2025

Hunt for cop killer continues as national park reopens

A national park closed down during the hunt for Australia's most wanted man has been reopened to the public, while police vow they will find him.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

Gunman's wild, violent crime spree ends in hotel lobby

A man has been arrested and taken away in an ambulance after allegedly walking into a boutique city hotel wielding a gun after a wild police chase.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

'Understrength' police need more cops to fight crime

A top cop has ordered a major overhaul of his state police force, admitting it does not have enough officers on the beat to prevent and respond to rising crime.

AAP · Oct 13, 2025

Victoria’s ‘major crime problem’ and ‘lack of trust’ in police sparks force’s biggest overhaul in years

Chief commissioner says force needs to ‘police differently’ as restructure announced

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13, 2025

Victoria considers sentencing changes as premier says community wants ‘consequences’ for ‘brazen behaviour’

Exclusive: Jacinta Allan’s comments come after a cabinet subcommittee met to address growing concerns about youth crime

The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2025