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flag The Northern Territory replaced broad anti-discrimination laws with narrower hate-incitement rules, sparking debate over religious freedom vs. LGBTQ+ protections.

flag The Northern Territory's parliament passed new anti-discrimination laws on October 17, 2025, replacing broad protections against offensive conduct with a narrower ban on inciting hatred, serious contempt, or severe ridicule. flag The changes, backed by the CLP government, aim to strengthen free speech and religious expression, allowing religious institutions to prioritize staff based on faith. flag Critics, including the NT Greens and anti-discrimination advocates, warn the reforms weaken safeguards for marginalized groups, particularly LGBTQ+ individuals, and could enable discrimination under the guise of religious freedom. flag The reforms also eliminate the need for the Commissioner to review complaints before tribunal referral, raising oversight concerns.

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