March for Jill Meagher and for all Victims of Violent Crimes

According to Philip Werner, the organiser of the march for Jill Meagher, the 30,000 people who walked along Sydney Road Brunswick was to show support for “peace, hope, non-violence and solidarity with all women”. Julie Stephens, Associate Professor, said that threats to women’s safety are as ever-present as they always have been. In Victorian police…

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Illuminated Taxi Ranks to Reduce Violence – Chapel Street Melbourne

Eighteen taxi ranks in the entertainment precinct of Chapel Street have been illuminated in an attempt to reduce violent behaviour. Terry Mulder, Public Transport Minister, said ‘Chapel Street had issues with alcohol-fuelled violence and anti-social behaviour. It is hoped that the new illuminated taxi ranks will help get people off the streets and on their…

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