Panic on the dance floor: Why are police raiding Oxford Street clubs?
NSW Police raided multiple Oxford Street clubs last Saturday night, including the queer club Universal, sparking distress among patrons. Ninety-three individuals were searched, resulting in 42 drug detections, despite many claiming they had done nothing illegal. Local officials are calling for an investigation into the policing tactics as raids negatively impact the nightlife economy and community safety.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 06:30 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 06:40 UTC
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