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Abbott, Tony

Period of Service: 18/09/2013 - 15/09/2015
Release Date:
15/12/2014
Release Type:
Media Release
Transcript ID:
24068
Incident in Martin Place, Sydney

New South Wales Police and the Australian Federal Police are currently responding to a reported hostage-taking incident in Martin Place in Sydney.

I have spoken with NSW Premier Mike Baird and offered him all possible Commonwealth support and assistance.

The National Security Committee of Cabinet has also convened for briefings on the situation.

This is obviously a deeply concerning incident but all Australians should be reassured that our law enforcement and security agencies are well trained and equipped and are responding in a thorough and professional manner.

We will provide regular updates as further information becomes available.

15 December 2014

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