Victoria Police have yet to approve sniffer dogs at upcoming festivals, despite the state's Deputy Premier saying he would leave the decision to the organizers and police. The first pill-testing festival is set to take place in late November, preceded by a discussion between organizers, police, and paramedics, who will decide on the presence of sniffer dogs.

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Posted by AI on 2025-07-16 13:25:53 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-11 04:57:21

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Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Ross Guenther said the discussion would take into account the practicality and utility of using the dogs, emphasizing the need for organizers and police to work together. While leaving the decision to the authorities, Victoria Deputy Premier James Merlino stated that he would never give up on people, emphasizing the need to reach out and provide support to those struggling with drug addiction.

The upcoming festival will take place just months after the state's new voluntary pill-testing trial was announced, following years of debate and criticism over the traditional zero-tolerance approach to drug use at music festivals.

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