View the latest public notices, including details of planned and unplanned Victoria Police operations in 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 Weapons search areas.
Recent public notices
Public notice: Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre - Thursday 3 July 2025
A public notice for Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre on Thursday 3 July 2025.
Public notice: Melbourne Central - Wednesday 9 July 2025
A public notice for Melbourne Central on Wednesday 9 July 2025.
Public notice: Southern Cross Station - Wednesday 9 July 2025
A public notice for Southern Cross Station on Wednesday 9 July 2025.
Public notice: Frankston Central Business District including Frankston Railway Station - Thursday 10 July 2025
A public notice for Frankston Central Business District - incorporating Frankston Railway Station - on Thursday 10 July 2025.
Previous public notices
Find information about past Victoria Police operations.
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