Australian police have charged a New Zealand man over alleged violent extremist material. Photo: SuppliedAustralian police say they have charged a New Zealand man found with videos of violent extremist material on his phone. Police said his phone contained videos of a number of terrorist attacks, including violent killings overseas linked to varying ideologies, and videos showing manufacturing of home-made explosives. The man has been charged with possessing or controlling violent extremist material. Australian Federal Police Commander Nick Read said police worked closely with security partners to prevent the spread of violent extremist material, which undermined Australia's social cohesion.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 24, 2026 19:42 UTC