Vandalism of Melbourne defence manufacturer being investigated as terrorist act by ‘far-left extremists’

Video from group claiming responsibility for arson attack raised prospect of further vandalism or targeted action and said ‘Stop arming Israel or else’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Anti-weapons protesters who allegedly vandalised a defence manufacturer and set nearby vehicles alight could face life imprisonment after police said the incident was being investigated as an act of terrorism by “far-left extremists”. The Australian federal police, their Victorian counterparts and spy agency Asio are examining whether the incident at Melbourne-based Lovitt Technologies on 5 July 2025 was potentially perpetrated by “far-left extremists, motivated by anarchist and revolutionary ideologies”, a joint statement said. Continue reading...