Minns announces organised crime crackdown after two innocent deaths

The NSW government is imposing life sentences for planning gang murders. New crime prevention orders follow mistaken-identity killings.

Why it mattersThe new laws create tougher penalties for gang violence. They give police more tools to stop attacks before they happen.

AustraliaSydney residents face new police powers and street violence measures in response to escalating gang conflict in the city.

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Man shot dead in Punchbowl as Sydney gang violence persists

A man was shot dead in a Punchbowl community centre carpark on Wednesday, the latest killing in Sydney's escalating gang violence.

Why it mattersThe incident shows gang violence keeps happening despite government measures. It raises questions about whether they can stop the escalating shootings.

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Victoria's car thefts and break-ins surge far past every other state

Victoria's home break-ins nearly doubled NSW and Queensland combined, while Melbourne topped all other capitals in car thefts.

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Minns announces organised crime crackdown after two innocent deaths

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Man shot dead in Punchbowl as Sydney gang violence persists

Victoria's car thefts and break-ins surge far past every other state

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