This attack is being treated as a terrorism incident.

I have been briefed together with the Minister for Home Affairs by our law enforcement and security agencies this evening and an investigation by the Joint Counter Terrorism Team is underway, led by the Victorian Police.

I have spoken this evening with the Premier of Victoria and Leader of the Opposition. Federal and State agencies are working closely together.

Victorian Police have advised there is no ongoing threat. However, the investigation will continue.

Australians will never be intimidated by these appalling attacks and we will continue to go about our lives and enjoy the freedoms that the terrorists detest.