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From Wieambilla to Porepunkah, violent ‘anti-government extremists’ are a growing threat

Gareth, Stacey and Nathaniel Train were not ‘sovereign citizens’ but they shared a deep hatred of police with the Victorian suspect Dezi Freeman

The Guardian - AU

AI chatbot ‘MechaHitler’ could be making content considered violent extremism, expert witness tells X v eSafety case

Tribunal hearing comes days after Elon Musk’s xAI apologised for antisemitic comments made by its Grok bot

The Guardian - AU

Australian Neo-Nazis Allegedly Forming New Political Party To Get Around The Law

A prominent neo-Nazi group is allegedly attempting to form a new political party to bypass new state laws forbidding Nazi symbols.

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Police, PM explosive caravan criticism dismissed

A policing expert says authorities had no need to tell the prime minister about an investigation into a caravan that was found packed full of explosives.

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Bad actors exploit information void in wake of attacks

The information vacuum after incidents such as the recent stabbing attack in the UK provides the perfect conditions for those seeking to spread disinformation.

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My Place groups worry about 5G and chemtrails. Some are also taking an interest in Queensland’s council elections

Network founded in Victoria writes about setting up a parallel system of governance and promotes a range of conspiracy theories

The Guardian - AU

Elon Musk replies to post by far-right Austrian linked to Christchurch terrorist after X account restored

Founder of Identitarian Movement, Martin Sellner, preaches superiority of European ethnic groups and was banned from Twitter in 2020

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Police union calls for ban on neo-Nazi marches after ‘hateful’ rally in Ballarat

Victorian premier Jacinta Allan describes Sunday’s protest in regional city as ‘disgraceful and cowardly’

The Guardian - AU

The new frontline for conspiracy theorists: how Victorian councils were driven online to avoid chaos

Extremism expert Josh Roose says the federal government should step in to improve security for council meetings

The Guardian - AU

Cancelling Victorian LGBTQ+ events in response to threats only rewards extremists, expert warns

Emergency meeting to address the targeting of LGBTQ+ events hears from extremism expert who says cancellations are exploited as victories by far right

The Guardian - AU

Anti-vax group My Place is pushing to take 'control of council decisions'

A group brought together by anti-vax sentiment is trying to build a parallel society, and it has your local council in its sights.

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Nazi salute ban: Daniel Andrews looks at European lessons as Victoria moves to outlaw gesture

Experts say ban’s success would depend on willingness to prosecute and wider legislative approach that targets ideology may be more effective

The Guardian - AU

Why are neo-Nazis infiltrating public rallies in Australia?

Public rallies on polarising issues have become platforms for far-right extremists to gain screen time and attract new members.

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Queensland police say the Wieambilla shooting is a terrorist attack motivated by premillennialism. Here's what that means

Premillennialism is the belief that after a period of extreme suffering, Jesus Christ will physically return to Earth for 1,000 years. A far-right and religious extremism expert says the ideology is experiencing "renewed momentum".

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: conspiracists build Wieambilla alternate reality, Victory fans banned, Azealia Banks ‘disgrace’

In today’s newsletter: people creating a ‘grand conspiracy’ to avoid the ‘uncomfortable’ truth about Queensland tragedy; US rapper in final spray after chaotic tour

The Guardian - AU

Queensland shooting sparking ‘false flag’ conspiracy theories, experts warn

Conspiracists attempting to present an alternative reality of the Wieambilla attack that left two police officers and a neighbour dead

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Extremist views of Gareth, Stacey and Nathaniel Train exposed in YouTube videos from night of police shooting

Haunting vision from Gareth and Stacey Train which appears to be filmed on the night of the police shooting reveals the extent of their extremist views. WARNING: This story contains content that readers may find distressing.

The Guardian - AU

Anti-vax mandate policies prove to be no vote winner with Australians – this time

Parties seeking to leverage movement were largely unsuccessful at 2022 election but rise of ‘pro-freedom’ movement should not be ignored, expert says

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AEC investigating website registered to One Nation candidate fundraising for 'freedom candidates'

The Australian Electoral Commission investigates a website registered to One Nation candidate Rebecca Lloyd which purports to connect voters to local minor party candidates.

The Guardian - AU

Australian online anti-vaccine groups switch to Putin praise and Ukraine conspiracies

Separately, the United Australia party faces questions about a second candidate defending Russian president

The Canberra Times

Rallying cry for Saturday protest getting louder

Protest organisers in the ACT and across the border appear determined to encourage a rally in Canberra.

Newcastle Herald

'Cloaked' far-right seizes on Canberra anti-vaxx protests

A Canberra-based extremist group used a COVID-19 freedom rally to fundraise, and experts warn it's part of a trend.

The Canberra Times

Canberra's 'cloaked' far-right seizes on COVID protests

A Canberra-based extremist group used a COVID-19 freedom rally to fundraise, and experts warn it's part of a trend.

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