Overview
- Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said the refusal aimed to ensure Australians can be safe and feel safe in their communities.
- The Dutch volleyball association confirmed van de Velde and partner Alexander Brouwer will not compete in Adelaide.
- Van de Velde was convicted in Britain in 2016 of raping a 12-year-old and served about 13 months before returning to the sport.
- Volleyball Australia said it was informed on Tuesday, with CEO Andrew Dee stressing the focus on delivering the Nov. 14–23 event.
- South Australian leaders urged a refusal and a petition gathered thousands of signatures, highlighting public opposition to his entry.