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De-radicalisation programs work despite attacks: expert

A terrorism expert turned federal minister has backed de-radicalisation programs helping at risk young people despite recent knife attacks.

AAP · May 7, 2024

Australia’s big encryption-busting laws have done little more than give authorities the power to ask nicely

Nearly six years after law enforcement agencies gained the power to compel social media companies to hand over data, our world-leading legislation appears practically useless

The Guardian - AU · Apr 28, 2024

Seven juveniles with alleged ‘violent extremist ideology’ arrested in Sydney counter-terror raids

NSW police deputy commissioner says more than 400 police were involved in the raids

The Guardian - AU · Apr 24, 2024

Hong Kong police visit raises concerns

Concerns have been raised about Hong Kong police officers touring Australia and meeting with the AFP after China cracked down on freedoms.

AAP · Oct 24, 2023

Senator alleges 'perception of contamination' as police investigate firm working inside its buildings

The Australian Federal Police has reasserted its ability to effectively investigate a former member of PwC, as the firm completes millions of dollars worth of contracts working alongside AFP staff.

ABC News · May 28, 2023

AFP Commissioner misquoted study about Gen Z workers needing praise three times a week

A national chord was struck this week when the Australian Federal Police Commissioner commented on how much praise different generations needed in the workplace.

ABC News · May 27, 2023

‘Praise three times a week’: AFP red-faced after boss’s Gen Z comment

The AFP has issued a denial after the nation's top federal officer appeared to say that some young people need praise "three times a week".

The New Daily · May 25, 2023

Top cop’s dressing down over text from Morrison’s mate about bigger problem

The sheer size of PwC and the $250 million in government contracts it has already won this year makes this investigation far from ordinary.

The New Daily · May 25, 2023

PwC tax scandal: staff stood down over concerns problem ‘significantly broader’ than one partner

Former NSW police commissioner and now PwC partner Mick Fuller contacted his friend the AFP commissioner after scandal broke, Senate estimates told

The Guardian - AU · May 25, 2023

AFP boss received message about PwC from firm partner

A former NSW police commissioner, who now is a partner at PwC, contacted the AFP chief about the tax scandal as police started an investigation.

AAP · May 25, 2023