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Melbourne updates warning system amid New Year preparations

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Authorities have warned the public to expect an extra police presence and increased safety measures in Melbourne. Also

more than a million people are expected to flood into Sydney's C-B-D for one of the world's biggest New Year's fireworks displays.

Security will be tight with riot squad officers armed with military-style rifles equipped to respond to a situation like a vehicle attack or mass stabbing.

 


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