A Victorian con artist who posed as a police officer to steal thousands from the elderly in a sophisticated phone scam has been sentenced to jail. Read the full story of deception and the police warning.
The Victorian Government unveils a comprehensive support package for Porepunkah's tourism and small business sector, devastated by recent bushfires. Grants, fee waivers, and marketing blitz aim to fast-track recovery.
The mysterious death of Dezi Freeman, a New Zealand national found in the Victorian town of Porepunkah, prompts a homicide investigation as Australian authorities seek crucial information from the public.
Victoria Police have dramatically scaled back the massive search for missing woman Dezi Freeman in Porepunkah. Travel warnings are eased after the largest tactical policing operation in Australian history.
Australian authorities issue a stark warning to travellers in the Porepunkah region following the mysterious disappearance of British tourist Dezi Freeman. Discover the latest updates and safety advice.
A police operation in the quiet town of Porepunkah turned fatal as officers shot a man during a raid. The incident, involving a wanted individual, is now under investigation by Victoria's professional standards command.
Exclusive: Dezi Freeman breaks her silence from Porepunkah, revealing her son Koah's mental health struggles and claiming systemic failures led to the tragic alleged killing of a Victorian police officer.
A critical police incident is unfolding in the quiet town of Porepunkah, Victoria, with specialist units and negotiators attempting to make contact with a man, believed to be Dezi Freeman, inside a barricaded property. Residents have been urged to avoid t
Victoria Police have issued a substantial $500,000 reward for information leading to Dezi Freeman, who vanished without a trace from Porepunkah six months ago, as his family makes an emotional plea for answers.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confronts former US President Donald Trump over looming global tariffs as Australia mourns the loss of two police officers in a tragic Victorian shooting.
Victoria Police escalate search for 31-year-old mother Dezi Freeman, last seen in Porepunkah. Dive teams scour Ovens River as family makes emotional plea for information.
Victoria Police launch a massive manhunt for Dezi Freeman, accused of a double homicide, believed to be hiding in the rugged bushland near Porepunkah. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
A major police manhunt is underway in Porepunkah for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, wanted for serious offences including kidnapping and assault. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and not approach the armed and dangerous suspect.
A massive police manhunt is underway in Victoria's alpine region for Dezi Freeman, 31, wanted on serious charges. Residents of Porepunkah are urged to remain vigilant as armed officers scour dense bushland.
A major police manhunt is underway in Victoria, Australia, for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, wanted for questioning over a shooting in Porepunkah. Residents are urged to remain vigilant as authorities scour the region.
A major police operation is underway in Victoria, Australia, as authorities search for Dezi Freeman, wanted for questioning over a serious shooting incident in Porepunkah. Residents are urged to remain vigilant.
Police in Victoria are pursuing individuals suspected of aiding alleged gunman Dezi Freeman following a shooting incident in Porepunkah. Authorities warn that those assisting could face serious charges.
Two men have been formally charged with the murders of Stephen Mallett and Dezi Freeman, whose bodies were discovered in a shallow grave in Porepunkah, Victoria. The accused, known to the victims, faced a brief hearing at Wangaratta Magistrates' Court.
Victoria Police's massive manhunt for alleged police killer Dez Freeman continues for a sixth day in rugged terrain near Porepunkah as new details emerge about the accused's background and the fatal shooting of Constable Josh Parker.
Victoria's Premier faces political pressure over immigration policies while Sydney hosts major marathon. Latest on Porepunkah shooting investigation and growing social tensions across Australia.
Exclusive: Victoria Police officers fatally shoot Dezi Freeman, a 45-year-old martial arts expert, during a mental health incident in regional Victoria. Family reveals his deteriorating condition and questions police response.
A quiet Australian town is in shock after the bodies of respected GP Dr Vincent Hurley and local man Dezi Freeman were discovered in a suspected murder-suicide. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
Exclusive investigation into the background of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman reveals clean criminal record despite Victoria's strict firearm licensing procedures.
An intensive manhunt is underway in Victoria's treacherous alpine region for a man accused of murdering a police officer. The suspect has vanished into the bush near Porepunkah, sparking a massive search operation.
Victoria Police launch a massive manhunt for Dezi Freeman, wanted for the alleged murder of a police officer. Armed raids in Porepunkah and a statewide alert as the search enters a critical phase.
Armed officers storm a Porepunkah property, arresting a man in a dramatic conclusion to a massive manhunt for the suspected killer of a police officer. Full details of the tense raid and ongoing investigation.
The family of Dezi Freeman, shot dead by Victoria Police in Porepunkah, breaks their silence as the homicide squad probes the controversial incident.