Media Release
NZ man in Perth charged with further offences related to violent extremist material
The Western Australia Joint Counter Terrorism Team (WA JCTT) has laid four additional charges on a New Zealand man for allegedly sharing violent extremist material and objectionable material online.
The man, 24, is due to appear in Perth Magistrates Court today (26 June, 2026), where the additional charges will be heard. They include:
- Two counts of transmit violent extremist material, contrary to section 474.45B(a)(iii) of the Criminal Code (Cth). This offence carries a maximum penalty of five years’ imprisonment;
- One count of obtain possession of objectionable material, contrary to section 101(1)(b) of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer games) Enforcement Act 1996 (WA). This offence carries a maximum penalty of 18 months’ imprisonment or a $15,000 fine; and
- One count of transmit objectionable material, contrary to section 101(1)(a) of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer games) Enforcement Act 1996 (WA). This offence carries a maximum penalty of 18 months’ imprisonment or a $15,000 fine.
The man was originally charged by the WA JCTT in February this year, and an additional offence – one count of transmit, publish, distribute, advertise or promote violent extremist material or a link using a carriage service, contrary to section 474.45B of the Criminal Code (Cth) – was laid in March, 2026. This offence carries a maximum penalty of five years’ imprisonment.
The WA JCTT will allege the man obtained violent extremist material and objectionable material which he shared with another user online.
The WA JCTT is comprised of the AFP, Western Australia Police Force (WAPF), and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO).
A priority for the AFP, alongside JCTT partners, is promote education and awareness about violent extremist material for those in protective roles, including parents, educators and health care providers, to maximise prevention and early intervention options.
If you believe someone you know is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000) or local police (131 444).
If you suspect someone is being radicalised online or in person, call the National Security Hotline on 1800 123 400.
For anonymous reporting, visit the Crime Stoppers website or call 1800 333 000.
