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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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Australia’s quantum sector backed as next major multi-trillion-dollar economic growth engine

Quantum Australia chief executive Petra Andrén said the sector had moved beyond pure research.

Community mourns after body of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby found in Alice Springs

The death of a young Aboriginal child in Northern Territory has prompted grief and renewed concern within the community of Alice Springs. Police confirmed that...

Paramedic stabbed in broad daylight in Melbourne’s north, man arrested

"I am sickened to my stomach. We’ve had enough. This is appalling and unacceptable and needs to stop.”
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