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22 years on, Australia remembers the horrific 2002 Bali Bombings

This attack marked the largest loss of Australian life since World War II, shattering the nation's sense of security against global terrorism.

Gold Coast man jailed for possessing meth

The 58-year-old was sentenced by the Brisbane Supreme Court on Thursday, 3 October 2024, and must serve at least 12 months before being eligible for parole.

Two men charged, 16kg of drugs and over $10,000 in illicit cash seized

When ABF officers examined the consignment from the United States, they found a package of methamphetamine concealed among foam packaging and alerted the AFP.

51-year-old man jailed for attempting forced marriages of his teenage children

The children, who moved to Australia with their father in 2021, discovered that he was attempting to arrange marriages for them against their will.

AFP searching for seven men in connection with display of suspected Prohibited Symbols, including Hezbollah flag

While some of these individuals may have been named publicly, it is believed false names have been used.

Canadian national charged over 15kg meth import at Sydney Airport

ABF officers inspected the man’s suitcase, where they found multiple vacuum-sealed bags containing a powdery substance.

Cybercrime awareness month kicks off with recovery of $777,000 in Business Email Scam

BEC scams, a sophisticated form of fraud, involve cybercriminals manipulating financial transactions by either hacking into or creating nearly identical email addresses to intercept large sums of money.

Illicit drugs worth almost $28 million seized from two foreign nationals at Sydney Airport

AFP Acting Sydney Airport Police Commander Dom Stephenson said illicit substances, including cocaine and methamphetamine, inflicted misery on the Australian community.

Australia honours police officers who gave their lives in service

Held annually on 29 September, this solemn day is dedicated to commemorating officers from Australia and the South West Pacific who were killed while on duty or as a result of their duties.

Australia to lead global fight against synthetic drug trafficking

Formed in July 2023, the coalition unites 156 countries, including Australia, to address the growing global threat posed by synthetic drugs.

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Museum of Chinese in Australia opens in Sydney to celebrate more than 180 years of history and heritage

“This museum will celebrate a vital thread through the history of our modern nation. I can’t think of a better site than Haymarket – a place synonymous with the Chinese-Australian story – or a more fitting time of year to open it.”

Trump hikes global tariffs to 15% as the fallout from Supreme Court loss continues

Trump had imposed sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” last year under an emergency powers act, but the court ruled this law did not authorise him to do so.

South Africa hammer India by 76 runs, end unbeaten run in T20 World Cup

Bumrah was India’s standout bowler with 3/15, becoming India’s highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history
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