In denying bail, the magistrate said the government had made it clear – in both amendments to the Bail Act and public statements – that courts must protect community safety.

The 31-year-old man will face court on Friday after police charged him with making threats to kill and allegedly found him in possession of a knife.

In denying bail, the magistrate said the government had made it clear – in both amendments to the Bail Act and public statements – that courts must protect community safety.