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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

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