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Chaos on Collins Street: Bomb Scare and Arrest Shake Melbourne CBD

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🚨 Man arrested and bomb squad deployed as chaos erupts in the heart of Melbourne! Full details here. #MelbourneNews #BombScare #Arrest

In a dramatic turn of events on Collins Street in Melbourne, a 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an ongoing Arson and Explosives Squad investigation. The bomb squad was called in to handle the situation, leading to a heavy police presence and the closure of the area. The incident, which commenced at midday, sparked fear and chaos in the CBD. Trams and traffic were diverted, and armed police were stationed outside the Bendigo Bank where the situation unfolded.

Amid the chaos, the Wunder Gym x Melbourne Fringe Festival 2024 Program is seeking creatives from the western regions of Melbourne to explore the theme 'Art is food for the soul.' This juxtaposition of creativity and crime highlights the diverse nature of events unfolding in the city.

On a more serene note, the luxury hotel The Royce in Melbourne's CBD reopened in February 2023 after a two-year full refurbishment. Situated on the border of the CBD and South Yarra, The Royce offers a unique blend of modern luxury and comfort to its guests. Its rejuvenation stands in sharp contrast to the unrest surrounding Collins Street in recent news.

As the investigation continues and the man is interviewed, the city remains on edge. The police assure the public that the situation is not terror-related, providing a semblance of relief amidst the turmoil. The unfolding events serve as a reminder of the unpredictability of urban life, with pockets of creativity and luxury coexisting alongside moments of chaos and uncertainty.

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Man arrested, bomb squad called after incident at Collins Street in ... (ABC News)

A 33-year-old man will be interviewed by police in relation to an ongoing Arson and Explosives Squad investigation.

Wunder Gym x Melbourne Fringe Festival 2024 Program | Wyndham ... (Wyndham City)

Wyndham City and Hobsons Bay Council's are seeking up to 24 creatives from the western regions of Melbourne to delve into the theme: 'Art is food for the ...

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Hotel review: The Royce, Melbourne (KarryOn)

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Major police incident on Collins St in Melbourne's CBD (7NEWS.com.au)

There is a heavy police presence at the scene, including members of the critical incident response team.

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Major police incident in Melbourne's CBD leads to arrest (9News)

The man will be interviewed regarding "an ongoing Arson and Explosives Squad investigation". "The matter is not terror-related and there is no immediate ...

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Bomb squad called in to major CBD incident (NEWS.com.au)

A major arson and explosive investigation is unfolding in central Melbourne. The incident began at midday on Wednesday on Collins St, with multiple police cars ...

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Man arrested after bomb scare shuts down Collins St, Melb (Herald Sun)

A 33-year-old man has been arrested following a suspected bomb scare in Melbourne's CBD.

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Collins St, Melbourne locked down: Major police incident unfolding ... (Daily Mail)

The incident is reportedly unfolding at Bendigo Bank, with armed police stationed outside. Trams and traffic has been diverted away from the area. More to come.

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10 of Melbourne's best bakery pies (including one of the city's ... (WAtoday)

Thaw out with a hot, hearty pie – from old-school classics to fun and flavourful fillings – at one of Melbourne's best bakeries.

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Original Banksy artworks to go on display in Melbourne (9News)

Notable pieces like Dismaland, Flower Thrower, Kissing Coppers and Phone Booth will be showcased alongside an array of prints, photos, sculptures, digital ...

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Kinetic's First Nations recruitment program launches in Melbourne (Australasian Bus and Coach)

A flagship program dedicated to opening career pathways for First Nations people, Moving the Mob is aimed at recruiting trainee bus drivers and attracting more ...

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Melbourne Polytechnic Boosts Victoria's Auslan Skills (Mirage News)

Melbourne Polytechnic is celebrating 10 years of delivering Auslan courses and preparing thousands of Victorians for careers working with people who.

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Man charged after city bomb scare (NEWS.com.au)

A man has been charged with explosives and bomb hoax offences after a major street in Melbourne's CBD was locked down.

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Explosives seized in North Shore after Melbourne bomb scare (Geelong Advertiser)

Police have seized suspected explosive devices from a North Shore property after a bomb scare in Melbourne's CBD on Wednesday.

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Major police incident in Melbourne CBD (The Australian)

The incident began unfolding at midday on Wednesday on Collins St, with multiple police police cars and the bomb squad in attendance. Traffic has been diverted ...

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Football Australia taps Melbourne City talent pipeline (Melbourne City)

Melbourne City continues to positively influence the Australian National Teams with Football Australia appointing Andrew McKenzie as General Manager of High ...

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Help make litter extinct | Melbourne Water (Melbourne Water)

Victorians use more than 3 billion drink containers every year. Sadly, many are not recycled, ending up in landfill and as litter in local communities across ...

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Melbourne Greyhounds Division 1 Preview - Round 10 | Northern ... (Northern Football Netball League)

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Stage two of Melbourne Airport Naarm Way Project awarded - Inside ... (Inside Construction)

CPB Contractors has been selected by Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) to deliver stage two of the Melbourne Airport Naarm Way Project.

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