Porepunkah, Victoria, Australia
City: PorepunkahRegion: VictoriaCountry: Australia
News from Porepunkah
Unanswered questions remain after death of Australia's most wanted fugitive
Double-murderer Dezi Freeman evaded capture for seven months in the bush but police believe he had help.
April 3, 2026Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman
The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
March 30, 2026Fugitive Dezi Freeman shot dead by Australian police after seven months in hiding
Freeman has been wanted since the fatal shooting of two police officers in Porepunkah in August.
March 30, 2026How Australia’s seven-month-long manhunt came to an end
Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been wanted since he shot dead two police officers on his rural property in August last year.
March 30, 2026Six months ago a man accused of killing two officers fled into bushland. Will he ever be found?
Conspiracist Dezi Freeman hasn't been seen again – but people in the small town of Porepunkah want closure.
February 25, 2026