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Shoplifters beware, more surgeries, SOEs, regional deals and gas

The Government is also getting tough on coward punch offences and attacks on first responders.

WATCH: NBR political editor Brent Edwards speaks with Grant Walker.

Brent Edwards Sat, 05 Jul 2025

It’s been ‘get tough on crime week’, with the Coalition Government keen to remind voters of just how tough it is.

Shoplifters should now beware. No longer will the authorities look the other way and simply tolerate retail crime.

Under policies announced this week, shoplifters will face instant

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