Victoria, Australia, deploys thousands of police to crack down on illegal fireworks as New Year's Eve approaches.

Police in Victoria, Australia, are deploying thousands of officers across the state, with special powers to search for weapons in areas like Melbourne CBD, St Kilda, and Geelong. They warn against using illegal fireworks, which can lead to over five years in prison. A free public transport service will run from 6 PM on New Year's Eve to 6 AM on New Year's Day. Melbourne will host a fireworks and laser display.

December 29, 2024
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