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​​On 18 August 2017, a stabbing attack took place in central Turku, south-west Finland in two locations (Kauppatori – Central Market and Puutori – Market Square). Police are investigating the incident as terrorist related. The level of the advice has not changed. Exercise normal safety precautions in Finland. Source: Smart traveller

There is currently no operational hyperbaric (decompression) chamber in Fiji. The level of advice has not changed. Exercise normal safety precautions in Fiji. Source: Smart traveller

Copenhagen Police continue to urge people to exercise heightened vigilance due to an increase in gang violence and shootings in Copenhagen. In response to these incidents, police have established stop-and-search zones in the relevant areas. This allows police officers to stop and question anyone. The level of advice has not changed. Exercise normal safety precautions…

The Brazilian Government has deployed the military to Rio de Janeiro to enforce public security (see Safety and security). The level of this advice has not changed. Exercise a high degree of caution in Brazil. Source: Smart traveller

As of 9 August 2017, Australian passport holders are eligible for a 30-day visa upon arrival in Qatar, free-of-charge, upon presentation of a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months and a confirmed onward ticket. The visa may be extended for up to an additional 30 days. The level of this advice has…