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flag Australia to create independent parole board by 2026, ending political influence on serious crime releases.

flag An independent federal parole board will be created in Australia to decide the release of offenders convicted of serious crimes like terrorism, drug trafficking, and online child abuse, removing the role of elected officials. flag Introduced by Attorney-General Michelle Rowland, the board will begin operating by mid-2026, assessing rehabilitation and public safety risks with input from experts in law enforcement, corrections, psychology, and victim advocacy. flag The move responds to a 5% to 15% annual rise in parole decisions and aims to end political influence, as the Commonwealth is the only Australian jurisdiction where politicians currently make such decisions. flag The board will operate independently, with members removable only by the Governor-General for serious reasons, and a review will be conducted three years after launch.

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