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Is Melbourne really the ‘crime capital of Australia’?

Is Melbourne really the ‘crime capital of Australia’?

Sussan Ley recently declared Melbourne the ‘crime capital of Australia’. But a closer analysis of the data shows a much more nuanced picture.

24.10.2025 90

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Alex Simpson

Weapons and violence: how does Australia stack up against other similar countries?

Crime stats show how Australia’s efforts to restrict weapon use has been largely successful. But more can be done.

04.08.2025 7

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Alex Simpson