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Western Australia proposes new protest laws targeting hate, terrorism symbols, and intimidation, sparking free speech concerns.
Western Australia plans to introduce new laws giving police expanded powers to reject protest applications deemed likely to promote hate, unmask protesters, and ban the display of symbols linked to designated terrorist groups.
The measures aim to address concerns over extremism and public safety following incidents like the Bondi Beach anti-Semitic attack, with restrictions on hate-fueled demonstrations, face coverings used to intimidate, and false protest applications.
While authorities say the laws target violence and intimidation, not peaceful protest, critics warn the broad language could threaten free expression and enable arbitrary enforcement.
The legislation is expected to undergo parliamentary review.
Australia Occidental propone nuevas leyes de protesta dirigidas contra el odio, los símbolos del terrorismo y la intimidación, lo que despierta preocupaciones sobre la libertad de expresión.