Heightened Security as PM Albanese Moved Amid Rising Threats to Politicians
February 24, 2026
The AFP has established national security investigations teams to address threats against federal politicians, a move announced by AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett in the prior year.
Prime Minister Albanese has acknowledged the increase in threats to elected representatives and emphasized ongoing monitoring of security arrangements.
The AFP said nothing suspicious was located during the search and that more information would be released at an appropriate time.
The evacuation update was issued late in the evening, with initial reports published minutes apart.
Authorities continue investigating, stressing there is no current public-safety risk and that the incident remains under review.
Albanese was unharmed, and investigators say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Separately, a Sydney man was charged over allegedly sending offensive emails to a federal MP’s electorate office; police recovered a phone and USB during the arrest.
The report is presented by a major Australian newspaper as national news.
There is no indication that the Wollstonecraft case is connected to the threat targeting Albanese’s residence.
Sky News reported that Albanese was moved after a threat, with the prime minister’s office and the AFP providing additional comments.
The exact nature of the threat has not been publicly disclosed.
Amid a climate of rising threats to federal politicians, the incident occurred as reports of threatening letters and heightened security concerns for MPs continued to surface.
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The Guardian • Feb 24, 2026
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