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Australian Sovereign Citizen Movement Turns Violent After Police Killings

The killing of two Australian police officers by a self-proclaimed "sovereign citizen" highlights the growing threat of this US-originated movement, fueled by anti-authority sentiment and conspiracy theories, with experts noting a rise in extremism and violence.

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Melbourne Lawyer Jailed for Stealing $482,000 from Grieving Widow

Melbourne lawyer Dean Hadjina faces jail after pleading guilty to stealing $482,000 from a grieving widow, Patin Marwisamhol, who received a workplace death settlement.

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Massive Manhunt for Accused Double Murderer Dezi Freeman Enters Fifth Day

A massive manhunt is underway in Victoria, Australia, for Dezi Freeman, accused of killing two police officers on Tuesday; the search, involving over 450 officers, is hampered by challenging weather conditions.

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Suspected Porepunkah Gunman Had Extensive, Though Minor, Criminal History

Dezi Freeman, 56, the suspected gunman in the killing of two police officers in Victoria, Australia, had a 30-year criminal record primarily consisting of minor traffic offenses and unpaid fines, with no history of violence or firearms-related convictions, according to court documents.

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Australia to Crack Down on Shrinkflation

The Australian government will consult with industry and consumer groups to strengthen pricing rules and combat shrinkflation, a practice where product sizes decrease without price reductions, following an ACCC inquiry that found Australian supermarkets among the world's most profitable.

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Spain Ordered to Pay €500 Million in Renewable Energy Arbitration

An Australian court ordered Spain to pay €469 million plus interest and costs, totaling around €500 million, to renewable energy investors in a dispute over decade-old cuts to subsidies, rejecting Spain's sovereign immunity claims.

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Australian Sovereign Citizen Movement Turns Violent After Police Killings

The alleged murder of two Australian police officers by a self-proclaimed "sovereign citizen" highlights the growing threat of this US-originated movement in Australia, marked by violence and rejection of legal authority.

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theguardian.com
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Australia to Increase Cigarette Prices Despite Illicit Trade Surge

Australia will raise cigarette prices by nearly 7% on September 1st, despite a surge in illegal tobacco sales and associated violent crime fueled by high prices.

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Sydney Councils Reject State Housing Plan, Develop Alternatives

Facing state-mandated housing targets, Sydney councils are developing alternative strategies to address housing shortages while avoiding blanket rezoning, with varying degrees of success and resistance.

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Australia to Deport Hundreds of Foreign-Born Criminals to Nauru Under $400M Deal

Australia will pay Nauru $400 million over several years to accept the deportation of approximately 280 foreign-born criminals whose visas were cancelled due to character grounds, following a High Court ruling against indefinite detention without prospect of removal.

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Anti-immigration March Planned in Melbourne Amidst Police Concerns

Amidst police preparation for potential violence, an anti-immigration march is planned for Melbourne's CBD on Sunday, with Premier Jacinta Allan expressing concern but not fear, while Victoria Police anticipates clashes between opposing groups.

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Queensland Government to Shut Down Privately Funded Pill Testing Service

Despite securing private funding to operate until April 2024, Queensland's LNP government vowed to shut down The Loop Australia's pill testing service, citing ideological opposition to drug testing regardless of funding source.

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