This page includes the latest public notices, including details of planned and unplanned Victoria Police operations, and assigned designated areas.
During certain events around Victoria, the relevant area may be deemed as a “designated area”. Inside a designated area, police officers are empowered to search people, the items in their possession or control, and any vehicles, for weapons.
For more information, see our Weapons search areas page.
Most recent public notices
Public Notice: Special Police Powers Under Terrorism (Community Protection) Act – 6 to 15 September 2024
Public notice for a planned Victoria Police operation around Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, between 12.00pm Friday 6 September and 11.59pm Sunday 15 September 2024.
Public Notice: Declaration of Designated Area Under Section 10D(1) Control of Weapons Act – 11 to 13 September 2024
Planned Operation at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Surrounds under the Control of Weapons Act.
Previous public notices
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