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Government offers $61m boost to tackle violent extremism

Andrew Tillett

Countering violent extremism programs will receive a $61.7 million boost by the Morrison government amid growing alarm over surging numbers of anti-government conspiracy theorists.

The new funding includes $24.5 million to expand intervention programs into rural and regional areas, and $13.8 million for a national rehabilitation program for extremists already in custody.

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Andrew Tillett writes on politics, foreign affairs, defence and security from the Canberra press gallery. Connect with Andrew on Facebook and Twitter. Email Andrew at andrew.tillett@afr.com

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