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Curfew announced for under-18s in Australia’s Alice Springs after unrest

Alice Springs seen at sunset [File: Jaimi Joy/Reuters]

Alice Springs has announced an overnight curfew for all residents under the age of 18, after violent brawls in the remote central Australian town.

Northern Territory Chief Minister Eva Lawler said an emergency would apply to the city centre and 58 additional police officers would be deployed to deter crime and antisocial behaviour.

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