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Teen nabbed, one flees after shopping centre attack

Teen nabbed, one flees after shopping centre attack

A 70-year-old man and a boy have been seriously injured in an attack at a shopping centre and an "unprovoked" stabbing at a bus stop that police say are linked.

Police on target to seize record number of weapons

Police on target to seize record number of weapons

Police on target to seize record number of weapons

Police on target to seize record number of weapons

Police say they are on track to seize a record number of knives this year, amid community concern about the weapons following a brawl at a shopping centre.

'Grim possibility': warning over China's nuclear desire

'Grim possibility': warning over China's nuclear desire

'Grim possibility': warning over China's nuclear desire

'Grim possibility': warning over China's nuclear desire

Defence Minister Richard Marles has warned of the need for stronger rules around arms control as China pursues nuclear expansion.

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Arms supplies to Israel to be re-evaluated: Germany

Arms supplies to Israel to be re-evaluated: Germany

Germany has flagged a possible rethink on sending German arms to Israel, in light of the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Trump announces 'Golden Dome' US defence shield design

Trump announces 'Golden Dome' US defence shield design

US President Donald Trump says Space Force General Michael Guetlein will be the lead program manager for the Golden Dome missile defence shield.

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

A teenager armed with a knife and fake gun has been busted trying to enter an AFL match, just weeks after two men were allegedly caught with genuine firearms.

Former cop charged over home-made machine gun cache

Former cop charged over home-made machine gun cache

A highly sophisticated machine gun manufacturing operation has been dismantled after a former cop was busted with a cache of firearms and ammo, police say.

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Bravery nod for crate heroes who stopped city rampage

Bravery nod for crate heroes who stopped city rampage

Bravery nod for crate heroes who stopped city rampage

Bravery nod for crate heroes who stopped city rampage

Civilians and firefighters who ended a stabbing attack armed with nothing but chairs and milk crates are being recognised for their bravery.

'Shocking': dozens of weapons seized in knife sweep

'Shocking': dozens of weapons seized in knife sweep

'Shocking': dozens of weapons seized in knife sweep

'Shocking': dozens of weapons seized in knife sweep

Almost 100 weapons have been seized in an operation aimed at stamping out knife-related crime after several shocking attacks.

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Victoria Police will pay the court $20,000 after they withdrew four firearm charges against alleged gangland boss Fadi Haddara in a brief hearing.

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun ownership has risen significantly over three decades since the Port Arthur massacre with the average holder possessing more than four, a study shows.

Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

A man who was arrested over the theft of a missile launcher and firearms parts believed they were scrap metal, a court has been told.

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

North Korea's recent test missile flew higher than any previous launch before slamming into the ocean between Japan and Russia.

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Australia moves missile build onshore as supply dries

The proliferation of long-range strike missiles and firepower is forcing Australia to respond by bolstering its own stockpiles as concerns persist about supply.

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists are in the sights of Victoria Police following their involvement in clashes outside a major weapons expo in Melbourne.

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

The US Pentagon has approved the possible sale of up to 100 advanced anti-radiation guided missiles to Australia with an estimated price of $579 million.

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.

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Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Anti-war activists returned to the streets of Melbourne as political leaders slammed their roles in violent scuffles that broke out with police.

Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo

Thousands of anti-war protesters are expected to cause chaos in Melbourne this week as the city braces for its biggest demonstration in more than two decades.

Entry-level workers set to support AUKUS submarines

West Australia's submarine workforce will get a boost as the government hires 200 entry-level workers to help maintain the coming nuclear crafts.

Overhaul for 'antiquated' system as police vests vanish

A modern, electronic way of tracking police equipment, such as service weapons and ballistic vests, is under consideration for Australia's largest police force.

No sign of Romeo as man faces court after property raid

Police have not discovered evidence linking a man arrested after a raid on a rural property to the suspected murder of Adrian Romeo.

Man shot in 'targeted' attack at regional property

A man has been injured in a suspected targeting shooting after reports of gunfire at a property in regional Victoria.

WA parliament passes nation's toughest gun laws

Amendments to WA's firearm laws have passed the parliament, restricting the number of guns licensees can own and giving police greater powers to seize weapons.

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