Warnings people could die, as hate speech intensifies
A lack of action on antisemitism may result in people being killed, leaders are warning, as community groups criticise authorities for not acting fast enough. Read more
Bipartisan backing for tougher hate-speech penalties
The coalition has signalled it is willing to work alongside the government to strengthen hate-speech laws, amid rising levels of anti-Semitism. Read more
Thousands of extremists posts removed from social media
More than 2500 violent or extremist social media posts have been removed from online platforms following requests by the federal government in the past six months. Read more
Hate speech laws to be tightened for racist ‘ratbags’
State laws criminalising hate speech are being reviewed in NSW after ugly public incidents following the outbreak of conflict in Gaza. Read more
Indigenous Friends of Israel condemns Adelaide Writers Festival
February 24, 2023 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Filed under News
The Adelaide Writers Festival has invited two overseas pro-Palestine and anti-Israel writers resulting in the SA Premier announcing he will not attend the festival. Read more
Muslim cleric stood down for hate speech
November 23, 2016 by Keren Cook
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An Auckland-based Muslim cleric who delivered a series of hate speeches has been permanently stood down. Read more
