Teens Arrested After Machete Fight at Carols

A violent altercation involving teenagers armed with machetes occurred during the Bayside Christmas Carols event at Dendy Park in Brighton East, Melbourne, around 8:30 PM. Police quickly intervened, resulting in a chase down Glencairn Avenue, where three teens—one aged 15 and two aged 16—were arrested. They face multiple charges, including assault with a weapon and unlawful assault, but were released on bail pending a court appearance. Despite the chaos, the Bayside City Council stated that the incident happened outside the event boundaries and did not impact the festivities, which drew thousands of attendees. MP James Newbury highlighted the alarming situation and the swift police response. The council maintains its commitment to ensuring safety at community events through collaboration with police and security.