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NSW Drones Combat Crime Amid Mixed Community Reactions

2/23/2026

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In Moree, New South Wales, a six-month trial of drones aims to curb rising crime and is operated from Sydney to assist local police with real-time surveillance.
NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley said community feedback is positive, while critics raise concerns about surveillance.
The drones have helped recover stolen vehicles and monitor fires.
Brendan Moylan, Member for Northern Tablelands, and Susannah Pearse, Mayor, urge reforms to accompany the drone initiative.

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In Moree, New South Wales, a six-month trial of drones aims to curb rising crime and is operated from Sydney to assist local police with real-time surveillance.
NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley said community feedback is positive, while critics raise concerns about surveillance.
The drones have helped recover stolen vehicles and monitor fires.
Brendan Moylan, Member for Northern Tablelands, and Susannah Pearse, Mayor, urge reforms to accompany the drone initiative.