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This is a joint media release between the Australian Federal Police and Australian Border Force (ABF)  

A Filipino national is expected to appear in Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court today (10 October, 2025) charged with a series of fraud offences for allegedly creating and using fake identification documents as part of her role working at Melbourne Airport.

The AFP and Australian Border Force (ABF) commenced an investigation in May, 2025, after an airport worker allegedly falsified an Aviation Security identification Card (ASIC) and unlawfully entered the airport’s restricted areas.

AFP and ABF officers initially interviewed the woman, 26, in May, 2025, before she was later charged on summons to appear in court today (10 October, 2025) to face the following charges:

• Three counts of using false documents, contrary to section 83A(2) of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic);  
• Three counts of making a false document, contrary to section 83A(1) of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic);
• One count of obtaining financial advantage by deception, contrary to section 82 of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic); and
• One count of failing to display red/grey ASIC-secure area, contrary to section 3.03 of the Aviation Transport Security Regulation 2005 (Cth).

The maximum penalty for these offences is 10 years’ imprisonment.  

AFP Detective Superintendent Stephen Cook said strict regulations were enforced across Australia’s airports to ensure the safety and security of all travellers and staff.

“AFP officers patrol all nine major Australian airports to ensure the safety of passengers and visitors within the precinct and its surrounds,” D/Supt Cook said.

“Those who attempt to compromise the aviation security framework and contravene aviation safety rules, including employees, can face prosecution.  

“The AFP continues to work closely with government and industry partners to ensure the highest levels of security and public confidence in Australia’s aviation system.”  

Stop and think. A safe journey starts with you.  

Every piece of information you provide could be the key to identifying and preventing a threat at our airports. That's why the AFP is asking you to adopt the; "See it. Hear it. Report it." approach.  

Behaviours to report include:  

• Taking photos of security cameras, screening, or perimeter fencing  
• Avoiding screening  
• Leaving bags unattended  
• Loitering  
• Concealing identity  
• Exhibiting erratic behaviour  

If you see it or hear it, report it to Airport Watch at 131 237 (131 AFP).  

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