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AFP specialist negotiators rescuing kidnapped Australians offshore

Negotiators have also responded to international incidents along with low-profile incidents across the country and the world over the past two years.

Samantha Mostyn AO Appointed Australia’s Next Governor-General

Ms Mostyn expressed her commitment to representing and serving all Australians with distinction, acknowledging the importance of her role in fostering positive change within the community.

Dharmvir and Gurjinder Singh from Victoria drown rescuing toddler in Gold Coast swimming pool

A woman, known to the two men, was taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital in an emotional but stable condition.

42-year-old taxi driver stabbed in Sydney

A verbal altercation allegedly broke out between the taxi driver and the customer over fare.

AFP’s Team: Behind the Scenes of International Rescue Missions for Kidnapped Australians

The Negotiation Operations Team is renowned for its ability to deploy and protect Australians both at home and in some of the world's most perilous regions, including Afghanistan and Somalia.

Chinese criminal gang allegedly accused of laundering $39 million in illicit cash

The accused syndicate members from Box Hill, Doncaster East and Chinese national, have been charged with one count each of dealing with money or property.

NSW Premier Chris Minns celebrates Holi as festival of colours spreads joy across Australia

Holi also known as the Festival of Colours is a Spring festival and one of the most popular and significant festivals in Hinduism.

With 271 billionaires, India emerges in third spot on world’s rich list

The US and India added 109 and 84 billionaires respectively compared to the previous year, China's number has decreased by 155.

Shepparton farms checked for alleged migrant underpayments

Under the strategy, the FWO is targeting more than 450 businesses in 15 ‘hot spot’ regions of Australia where there are identified high risks of non-compliance.

Australian Border Force seizes over half a million dollars worth of ‘Vapes’ in major bust

The crackdown on disposable vapes follows new regulations that came into effect on 1 January 2024, banning the importation of such products

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New $2.5 million program to grow First Nations-led tourism and create jobs in Victoria

“First Nations Victorians have stories, knowledge and culture that the world wants to experience. This program makes sure community is in control of how those stories are told.”

International student visa cancelled after child abuse material found on phone

The international student was issued a $660 infringement notice, had his visa cancelled, and was detained before being removed from Australia on the next available flight.

Pauline Hanson slams AI ‘fake fall’ rumour and bogus $100m donation claim

Senator Hanson claimed the circulating image was artificially generated, pointing to what she described as “imposters in the chamber” as evidence the photograph had been manipulated.
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