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Government strengthens laws to prevent hate-fuelled protests, protect social cohesion, and ensure public safety in Western Australia.
🟡 Medium · Speech17 February 2026 · 409 words
WA strengthens laws against hate protests, bans symbols of hate groups, and protects peaceful assemb
New laws give police power to reject hate-promoting protests and extend bans on hate symbols.
“We believe in the right to peacefully protest, but hate-fuelled demonstrations are not welcome in Western Australia.”
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Members who spoke
Cook, RogerD'Anna, Divina
Topics
law enforcementpublic safetyhate speechprotestsocial cohesion
Legislation Referenced
Bills
Public Order Legislation Amendment Bill 2026
· 17 February 2026
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