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Fraser Barton

Hefty fine threat as sale of knives to youths faces ban

Queensland reforms will ban the sale of items such as knives, axes and machetes to anyone under 18. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Hefty fines will be slapped on anyone who sells knives to juveniles in Queensland under proposed laws.

Police Minister Mark Ryan has outlined the penalties after introducing reforms that will ban the sale of items such as knives, axes and machetes as well as replica firearms including gel blasters to anyone under 18.

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