Inside the Neo-Nazi compound funded by millionaires

About this episode

The episode discusses the neo-Nazi compound in Melbourne funded by millionaires and features insights from crime reporter Sherryn Groch.

Last month, the federal government announced that the biggest neo-Nazi organisation in the country would be listed as a hate group. A few days ago, The Age revealed the group’s former leader, Thomas Sewell, has been living in a $2.5 million estate in Melbourne’s suburbs.  So what are Sewell’s plans for the compound, and who are the wealthy backers making it possible? Today, crime reporter at The Age Sherryn Groch on the neo-Nazis’ next move.   If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support .   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Crime reporter at The Age, Sherryn Groch Photo:  AAP Image/James Ross See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: 7am

Guest: Sherryn Groch

Topics covered

• neo-Nazi
• hate group
• crime reporting
• funding
• Melbourne
• extremism

Keywords

• neo-Nazi
• hate group
• Thomas Sewell
• Sherryn Groch
• Melbourne
• crime reporter
• funding
• extremism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Age, 7am, Solstice Media

Places: Melbourne

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