Australia news live: NSW police make 993 arrests in four-day domestic violence sweep

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Good morning, and happy Monday. Nick Visser here to get the blog started. Here’s what’s on deck:

New South Wales police have charged nearly 1,000 people with more than 2,000 charges in total as part of a statewide operation targeting offenders with a history of domestic violence. Officials said the effort was meant to ensure the safety and wellbeing of domestic and family violence victims.

Meanwhile concert pianist Jayson Gillham’s discrimination case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will begin today. He is suing the orchestra over the termination of his contract, which was ended after he performed a piece in 2024 dedicated to journalists killed in Gaza.

I’m sure there’s much more to come, stick with us and we’ll bring you all the latest updates.

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