First plane carrying IS-linked family members lands in Australia, with police expected to make arrests

The group of 13 women and children left Syria for Australia on Wednesday, with authorities saying some adults may be charged

A group of 11 women and children have landed in Melbourne after being detained for more than seven years in Syrian detention camps since the fall of Islamic State.

Some the women may face and possible criminal charges – including terrorism and slavery related offences – with the Australian federal police (AFP) expected to provide an update later on Thursday.