Australia's History of Banning Political Groups Examined
As Australia's Labor government proposes new hate speech laws, constitutional experts warn of a 'sorry history' of banning organisations, from Communists to Jehovah's Witnesses.
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Australia's history of banning political groups raises concerns
As Labor proposes new hate speech laws, Australia's constitutional history of outlawing political organisations offers a stark warning. Professor Anne Twomey examines past failures.
US Official Criticises Australia's Hate Speech Bill
A senior US diplomat warns Australia's proposed hate speech laws could have 'deeply perverse' outcomes due to a religious text exemption. Read the full story.
India Hate Speech Spikes 13% After Pakistan Conflict
A new report reveals a sharp rise in hate speech against minorities in India following border clashes with Pakistan, with over 1,300 incidents recorded in 2025. Explore the data and analysis.
Asio Chief Gets Powers to Target Hate Groups
Australia's spy boss will gain powers to recommend organisations be banned as hate groups under new laws, with neo-Nazi group NSN announcing its disbandment. Read the full story.
Religious Text Defence in Australia's New Hate Speech Laws
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's new hate speech crackdown. Parliament to sit early to pass 'toughest ever' laws. Read the full details.
Religious Text Defence in Australia's New Hate Speech Laws
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's proposed hate speech crackdown. Parliament to sit early to pass tough new laws.
NSW warned against UK-style ban on 'globalise the intifada'
A NSW parliamentary inquiry hears banning the chant 'globalise the intifada' could disproportionately impact Muslim Australians and import repressive models from the UK. Read the latest.
Albanese to Shift Stance on Antisemitism Inquiry
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is privately preparing to drop his opposition to a royal commission into antisemitism, sources reveal. Read the latest on this major policy shift.
Parliament Recalled for Hate Speech and Gun Law Crackdown
Australia's federal parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback. The move follows the Bondi Beach attack, but the government resists calls for an antisemitism royal commission.
Australian MPs Recalled Early for Hate Speech, Gun Laws
Australia's parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback scheme following the Bondi attack. Read the latest developments.
Hate Incidents on UK Public Transport Show Sharp Rise
Alarming new data shows a significant increase in racial and religious hate incidents on UK public transport. Experts warn of a corrosive impact on community safety. Read the full report and analysis.
Man charged for Nazi tattoos at NSW beach
A 41-year-old man faces charges for publicly displaying Nazi hate symbols via his tattoos at a New South Wales beach, under tough new laws.
British father faces deportation from Australia over hate speech
A British national living in Australia for 15 years is in detention awaiting deportation after allegedly posting anti-Semitic content online. Discover the full story behind the government's crackdown.
Australia cancels UK man's visa over Nazi symbols
Australia deports a UK national after his arrest for displaying banned Nazi symbols online, as authorities crack down on hate speech following the Bondi Beach attack. Read the full story.
Police Leaders: Scrap Non-Crime Hate Incident System
Police leaders are set to recommend scrapping non-crime hate incidents, calling the system 'not fit for purpose'. A new 'common sense' approach is proposed. Read the full story.
NSW Bans 'Globalise the Intifada' Protest Chant
New South Wales outlaws the Palestinian protest chant 'Globalise the Intifada'. We examine its meaning, the legal precedent, and potential implications for protest rights in the UK.
NSW Parliament Recalled for Post-Bondi Law Overhaul
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns recalls parliament to push through major changes to gun control, hate speech, and protest laws following the Bondi terror attack. Discover the key proposals and political reactions.
PM Apologises After Bondi Attack, Proposes New Hate Crime Laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologised to Australia's Jewish community following the Bondi Beach terror attack and proposed new laws to combat antisemitism and hate speech.
Frydenberg urges ban on Melbourne protest after Bondi
Former Australian treasurer Josh Frydenberg calls for a planned anti-Zionist protest in Melbourne to be banned, warning it will 'pour petrol on the fire of hate' following the Bondi terror attack. Read the full story.
Australia Proposes Ban on Extremist Symbols After Attack
New South Wales plans new laws banning IS flags and extremist chants after a deadly antisemitic shooting at Bondi Beach. Read the full details on the proposed crackdown.
NSW Moves to Ban Hate Symbols and Limit Protests
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns announces new legislation to ban hate symbols and limit protests following the Bondi attack. Discover the key changes and potential legal impacts.
NSW Bans Hate Speech and Symbols After Bondi Terror Attack
New South Wales Premier announces sweeping new laws criminalising hate speech and symbols in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack. Read the full details.
Australia's hate speech plan gets cautious welcome
The Albanese government's five-point plan to combat antisemitism receives a mixed response. Meanwhile, seven men detained in Sydney over a potential 'violent act'.
Australia to toughen hate speech laws after Bondi shooting
The Albanese government unveils a five-point plan to combat antisemitism, including new aggravated offences and visa powers, following the Bondi beach terror attack. Read the details.
Sydney Uni sacks lecturer over Sukkot incident
The University of Sydney has terminated a lecturer for a 'deeply distressing' verbal attack on students celebrating Sukkot. The incident comes amid a national rise in antisemitism and a government pledge to strengthen hate speech laws.
Australia mourns youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim
Hundreds gather in Sydney for funeral of 10-year-old Matilda, killed in antisemitic massacre. PM Albanese pledges new hate laws as nation reels from attack.
Australia toughens hate speech laws post-Bondi attack
PM Anthony Albanese announces major reforms to Australia's hate speech legislation following the Bondi Beach terror attack. New offences and tougher penalties target antisemitism and incitement.
Albanese unveils new laws after Sydney massacre
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces strengthened hate speech laws and visa powers following the Bondi beach shooting. Read the latest updates and community response.
Bondi Beach Terror Attack: 10-Year-Old Victim Laid to Rest
The youngest victim of the Bondi terror attack, 10-year-old Matilda, has been farewelled at a funeral in Sydney. Read about the community's grief and the official response.
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