Self-styled Christian pastor Logan Robertson could be deported after allegedly harassing people at two Brisbane mosques.
Immigration Minister Peter Dutton said the New Zealand national was taken into custody on Friday evening and has been placed in immigration detention.
"My message is clear- if people come to this country they need to abide by the conditions of their visas," Mr Dutton told reporters on Saturday
"We have a wonderful tradition in our country of freedom of speech, but we're not going to tolerate people going to a place of worship and harassing others."
It comes after three men, including 31-year-old Robertson were charged with public nuisance and trespass at the Kuraby Mosque and the Darra Mosque. They are set to face court next month.
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Mr Dutton said Robertson was specifically counselled by immigration authorities when he moved to Australia.
The minister said a full investigation by Queensland Police would be carried out before a final decision about Robertson's deportation after his visa was cancelled on Friday night.
It comes as The Islamic Council of Queensland fears copycat incidents at mosques after the incidents.
Council spokesperson Ali Kadri says stronger laws around hate speech are needed to better protect worshippers of all faiths.
"This is not just about Muslims, it's about hate, it's about preaching hatred, it's about dividing society, and if we don't nip it in the bud it will affect society as a whole," he said.
Mr Kadri said he would write to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk about the issue.
