New Melbourne Mayor Pledges Safety Amid Ongoing Social Tension

Melbourne has witnessed social tensions rise since Oct. 7.
New Melbourne Mayor Pledges Safety Amid Ongoing Social Tension
Lord Mayor of Melbourne Nicholas Reece speaks to media at Melbourne Town Hall in Melbourne, Australia on Aug. 22, 2024. AAP Image/Joel Carrett
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New City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece has pledged to make safety a priority, committing to rolling out more CCTV cameras and safety officers.

Reece’s promise comes as the city grapples with ongoing youth crime issues, as well as social tensions surrounding the war in the Middle East.