A 18-year-old teenager has been released on bail following accusations of possessing bomb-making manuals and extremist material linked to Islamic State.

The youth, arrested in March after authorities discovered a cache of terrorist content including instructional guides and searches for synagogues, was granted bail by a judge after reviewing a forensic psychiatrist's report.Bail conditions include 24/7 electronic monitoring, curfews, restricted electronics access, and regular police check-ins.

Prosecutors argue the teen poses an unacceptable risk to public safety, citing his alleged intent to 'blow up Melbourne' and access to extremist websites.The judge emphasized the expert's findings that while the youth exhibited concerning behavior, there was no evidence of imminent violence.His undiagnosed autism and social isolation were highlighted as factors contributing to his exposure to radical material.The teen has been ordered to avoid synagogues and busy intersections in Melbourne’s CBD.Family support and community organizations have expressed willingness to aid rehabilitation efforts.