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Proposed changes to public order legislation, including face coverings, Nazi symbols, prohibited organisations, and protest permits, are debated.
🟡 Medium · Bills12 March 2026 · 16,784 words
Contentious public order bill faces scrutiny over urgency, necessity, and impact on fundamental free
Public Order Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 may be referred to committee for review.
“Peaceful protest is a fundamental principle of our democracy, and the Bill as written will threaten Western Australians' ability to exercise our democratic rights”
👎 negative· critical🌡️ warm
Members who spoke
Caddies, RodCaddy, DanGoiran, NickMcNeill, SophieScott, PhilipWalker, Brian
Topics
legislationpublic ordercivil rightsprotests
Legislation Referenced
Bills
Public Order Legislation Amendment Bill 2026Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2026Collie Coal (Griffin) Agreement Amendment Bill 2026Education and Care Services National Law Application Bill 2024Crimes at Sea Bill 2026
· 12 March 2026
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