Morayfield Man Faces Court
A 25-year-old man from Morayfield, Queensland, has been refused bail after being charged with possessing violent extremist material. The man appeared before the Caboolture Magistrates Court on Thursday, February 6, 2026, following his arrest on Wednesday, February 5, 2026. He is scheduled to reappear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on March 6, 2026.
Investigation Uncovers Alleged Extremist Content
The charges stem from a joint investigation conducted by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the Australian Border Force (ABF). The inquiry began in May 2024 when ABF officers in New South Wales intercepted an air cargo package addressed to the man, which reportedly contained Nazi flags. Following this discovery, AFP officers visited the man's residence and provided him with official information regarding the illegality of publicly displaying Nazi symbols.
The matter escalated in September 2025 when the man was selected for further screening by ABF officers upon his arrival at Brisbane International Airport. During an examination of his baggage and digital devices, officers allegedly discovered violent extremist material on his mobile phone. The findings were then referred to the AFP for further investigation.
Forensic Examination Reveals Disturbing Material
A subsequent forensic examination of the seized device by the AFP allegedly uncovered additional violent extremist material. This included:
- Edited first-person footage of overseas mass shootings
- Other files depicting serious violence
AFP Detective Acting Superintendent Tim Murphy underscored the authorities' firm stance against such content, stating, 'There is no place in Australian society for violent or extremist content – anyone engaging in this type of material will be investigated, located and brought before the court.' AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett highlighted the role of the National Security Investigations (NSI) teams, established in October 2025, which focus on individuals and groups that pose a significant threat to social cohesion. ABF Superintendent John Ikin reiterated the ABF's commitment to national security, stating, 'We have zero tolerance for anyone who engages in or supports any kind of violent extremism, and we will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners and use all powers available to us in order to detect and prosecute those involved in this activity.'
5 Comments
Eugene Alta
Finally, some real action against extremism. Keep our communities safe.
Loubianka
Airport security measures are vital for national safety, and finding such content is alarming. But, we must balance security needs with individual privacy rights, ensuring that digital searches are conducted within strict legal frameworks.
KittyKat
Excellent work by AFP and ABF! This kind of material has no place in our society.
Habibi
Where's the line? Are they just searching everyone's phones at the airport now?
Muchacho
What exactly constitutes 'violent extremist material'? The definition feels too broad.