More than 200 crew members from various airlines were subject to a baggage examination, with many more subject to Detector Dog Unit (DDU) screening and additional baggage x-rays.
No criminal conviction was recorded and speaking to the media outside the courthouse Mr Gill observed that learning from his mistake he had quit drinking.
Around 170 members from RSIPF, Australian Federal Police, Australian Defence Force and Fiji Police Force attended the exercise held at Hells Point, Honiara.
A noteworthy aspect of the programme was its focus on engaging the younger generation, with various activities designed to educate and inspire children about the values and stories of the Ramayana.
The incident has left the Indian-origin family feeling unsafe in their own home, particularly with a newborn, a toddler, and elderly relatives living with him.
Around 400,000 Indian visitors travelled to Australia in both 2024 and 2025, highlighting the resilience of the market and its growing contribution to the national visitor economy.
During sentencing, Singh’s defence argued for a reduced term, citing his Sikh Indian background and the fact that he had only lived in New Zealand for 11 years.