“The AFP protects Australians, Australia’s interests and our way of life. The technology and capability in our new building will help ensure the AFP stays a step ahead of criminals."

“People who are unruly on aircraft should understand that this may mean they will not be allowed to travel and will impact their family holiday plans and also impact fellow passengers.” 

Thirty-five kilograms of heroin has an estimated wholesale value of about $10 million and a street value of more than $14 million.

“Hiding behind a keyboard to issue threats against politicians does not ensure anonymity.”

During the screening, a drug detection dog indicated a possible trace of illicit drugs on the man, leading to his bags being searched. 

The four individuals allegedly operate about 180 bank accounts to facilitate thefts from their victims and then transfer and launder their profits.

The maximum penalty for this offence is three years’ imprisonment.

“Beyond the Pacific, the AFP will continue to leverage our international law enforcement partnerships to help stop crime before it reaches Australia."

“It is important to know who is travelling, both domestically and internationally, and the AFP is working to identify and disrupt potential threats.”

There are currently 1,022 women in the AFP’s sworn (police and PSO roles) workforce (making up 23.9% of the sworn workforce), and 2,108 women in the unsworn workforce (making up 61.6% of the unsworn workforce).