Say Goodbye to Machetes — or Face Jail Time: Victoria Launches Statewide Crackdown
In a bold move to combat rising knife-related violence, the Victorian Government has officially announced a statewide ban on the sale and possession of machetes, with serious consequences for non-compliance. Starting 1 September 2025, it will be a criminal offence in Victoria to own, carry, use, buy, or sell a machete without an approved exemption. […]