Australian PM Anthony Albanese evacuated from Lodge over ‘security considerations’

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been evacuated from the Lodge in Canberra amid safety concerns, police have confirmed

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been removed from the Lodge in Canberra due to safety worries, according to police. The Australian Federal Police said its officers responded to an “alleged security incident” about 6pm today.

“A thorough search of a protection establishment was undertaken and nothing suspicious was located,” a spokesperson said.

“There is no current threat to the community or public safety.”

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