Labor to scrap racial hatred offence, separate gun reforms
PM Anthony Albanese announces major changes to hate crimes bill, decoupling gun control from speech laws after political rejection. Read the latest on the legislative overhaul.
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Government Drops Racial Vilification Laws Over Senate Support
The Albanese government has delayed proposed tougher racial vilification laws due to a lack of Senate support. The bill will now focus solely on gun law reforms. Read the latest political developments.
Hate speech laws and royal commission repeat past failures
As Australia rushes new hate speech laws and a royal commission into anti-Semitism, experts warn we are failing to learn from the 1991 inquiry into racist violence. Will history repeat itself?
WA Urged to Adopt National Anti-Hate Laws
WA is the only state without specific anti-vilification laws. Brian Grieg demands urgent reform to protect LGBTQI+, Jewish, and Muslim communities from rising hate speech.
New Hate Speech Laws: 10-Year Jail Terms Proposed
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says proposed laws targeting hate speech and guns are a direct response to the Bondi terror attack. The Opposition criticises the speed and religious exemptions.
Thompson slams PM's gun control and hate speech law merger
Federal MP Phillip Thompson accuses the Prime Minister of a political stunt by merging gun control with hate speech laws. Read his full critique and the government's response.
WA Premier Sets Deadline for Vape and Tobacco Laws
WA Premier Roger Cook has set a deadline for new vape and tobacco laws, but a full crackdown could be months away. Get the latest on the state's public health push.
Khawaja Retires, Speaks on Race, Politics & Legacy
Usman Khawaja announces his retirement from Test cricket after the Sydney Ashes Test. The Australian opener reflects on his trailblazing career, racial stereotypes, and the personal toll of political advocacy. Read his powerful final message.
Khawaja Retires, Calls Out Racial Stereotypes in Cricket
Usman Khawaja announces his international retirement at the SCG, using the platform to confront racial bias and double standards he faced throughout his career. Read his powerful statement.
Khawaja retires, hits out at 'racial stereotypes'
Usman Khawaja used his emotional retirement press conference to accuse critics of racial bias over the reaction to his Ashes back injury. The veteran opener's career ends at the SCG.
Police probe racist flyers dropped in Newcastle homes
NSW Premier Chris Minns condemns 'incitement to racial hatred' as police investigate white nationalist flyers distributed in Newcastle, Cooks Hill, Sydney, and Wollongong. Report information to Crime Stoppers.
Greens warn against 'knee-jerk' protest crackdown after Bondi
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury criticises NSW's post-Bondi protest laws as a 'knee-jerk reaction' while supporting tighter gun controls and a review of anti-vilification laws in the territory.
Police: Racist Canberra flyers not illegal, PM pledges crackdown
ACT Police say white supremacist flyers distributed in Canberra suburbs break no laws, as PM Anthony Albanese announces plans for tougher federal hate speech legislation. Read the full story.
Cook Government to Toughen Hate Crime Penalties
The WA government announces plans to increase penalties for hate crimes and introduce new offences, responding to community calls for stronger action against prejudice-driven violence.
Man in court for Nazi graffiti after neighbour harassment
A Perth man previously convicted of racially harassing his neighbour is back in court, accused of spray-painting Nazi symbols on a public wall. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
Calls for Bondi Royal Commission Grow After Massacre
Pressure mounts on the Albanese government to call a royal commission into the Bondi massacre. Analysis reveals leadership failures and delayed action on hate speech laws.
Albanese Announces New Laws to Fight Hate and Division
PM Anthony Albanese reveals a major legislative package targeting hate speech, online extremism, and social division. Learn the key changes and their impact.
Newcastle vigil for Bondi victims sparks community debate
A vigil at a Newcastle synagogue brought people together in grief after the Bondi violence. Local letters reveal a heated debate on anti-Semitism, government response, and Australia's social fabric.
PM's anti-Semitism action follows Bondi terror attack
PM Albanese announces anti-hate laws after Bondi Beach massacre, but Jewish leaders say action comes 801 days too late. Read the full analysis.
PM announces visa crackdown on hate preachers
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new criminal offences for hate speech and visa cancellations in response to the Bondi terrorist attack and rising anti-Semitism.
Illawarra gun ownership climbs as NSW pushes for urgent reforms
Gun ownership in the Illawarra region has grown to 27,729 registered firearms. Premier Chris Minns pledges the toughest laws in Australia following the Bondi Beach terror attack.
Jewish leaders urge action after Bondi attack
Jewish community leaders call for urgent enforcement of laws and faster anti-hate measures following the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15. They demand 'fewer words, more action'.
Political Blame Game Over Bondi Terror Attack
Fury erupts as politicians clash over the Bondi terror attack response. Was it a gun law failure or a security blind spot? The debate dividing Australia. Read the full analysis.
ACT shooters react to proposed national firearms law changes
Canberra's shooting community reacts to national cabinet's proposed firearms law changes, arguing limits on ownership could harm sport and farming. Read the local impact.
Howard unloads on PM over gun laws, anti-semitism
Former PM John Howard condemns the current government's handling of gun law debates and its failure to tackle rising anti-semitism. Read his full critique.
Katter pushes for new migration laws post-Bondi
Bob Katter calls for urgent migration reforms following the Bondi Junction terror attack. Read his full proposal and the government's response.
Illawarra MP says tougher gun laws won't stop extremists
Illawarra Shooters MP Mark Banasiak argues proposed WA-style gun law reforms won't prevent terrorist attacks, following the Bondi massacre that killed 15. Read the debate.
PM Flags Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes for stricter gun laws, including ownership limits and citizenship requirements, following the Bondi tragedy. Leaders to update National Firearms Agreement.
Bondi Attack Raises Urgent Questions on Gun Laws
Australia's gun laws face intense scrutiny after the Bondi terror attack. Police reveal the shooter legally owned six firearms. Experts question the system's safeguards.
Bondi Terror Attack Prompts Gun Law Review
The Bondi Junction terror shooting has triggered an urgent federal review of Australia's firearm legislation. Authorities are examining potential security gaps. Read the latest.
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