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Forced marriages increase as human trafficking reports hit record high in Australia

More than 90 per cent of exit trafficking victims are women, often coerced, deceived, or threatened into leaving or attempting to leave Australia against their will.

Melbourne airport worker allegedly forged ID cards to enter restricted zones

These multiple fraud charges carry a maximum penalty of up to 10 years’ imprisonment.

Australia to crack down on extremist groups linked to global movements undermining social cohesion

“There are current and emerging groups who are eroding our country’s social fabric by advocating hatred, fear, and humiliation"

Queensland man charged over threat to kill Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

“We need to take these issues seriously, and I thank the Australian Federal Police and the authorities for the work that they have done.”

AFP farewells Commissioner Reece Kershaw after 37 years of service

In retirement, Commissioner Kershaw plans to spend more time with his family and enjoy life as a grandfather.

Pakistani national charged over alleged visa breach in Sydney

AFP alleges that the 37-year-old failed to comply with his visa-mandated curfew by going within a prohibited distance of a school.

Remembrance Day honours fallen police officers across Australia

The commemoration holds added poignancy following the brutal murder of Thompson and De Waart-Hottart in Porepunkah, Victoria, on 26 August 2025.

55-year-old man charged for allegedly seeking sexually explicit images from undercover cop

The report alleged that an online user was seeking sexually explicit images from a person believed to be a 14-year-old girl in the US.

71-year-old man charged after alleged indecent assault on flight from US

The woman told airline crew on the 22 September flight that the man had allegedly touched her inappropriately and reached inside her clothes while she was trying to sleep.

Melbourne lawyer jailed for complex fraud to help business owners knowingly avoid bankruptcy

The 68-year-old used his law firm to invent fictitious personal debts for two clients, allowing them to secure favourable outcomes during bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings.

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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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