Man accused of making threats against MP says he stands for ‘Team Australia’ after court appearance

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Australian Associated PressJanuary 14, 2026 at 03:30 AM

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Greg William Tait, 43, appeared in Parramatta local court in Sydney on Wednesday, charged with making threatening phone calls to a federal MP's office on December 16th. He faces up to five years in prison if convicted of using a carriage service to menace, harass, or cause offence. After his court appearance, Tait proclaimed he stood for "Team Australia." Police searched Tait's home and seized electronic devices following the MP's office reporting the threatening calls. Tait has not yet entered a plea and is seeking legal advice, with his case adjourned until January 28th. The incident is part of a rising trend of threats against parliamentarians, with the AFP reporting a 63% increase in referrals over the past four years.

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