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Constitutional Challenge Launched Against NSW Protest Restrictions

1/8/2026

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A constitutional challenge has been filed against New South Wales laws restricting protests after terrorist incidents, following the December Bondi attack.
The Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group, and Jews Against the Occupation ’48 argue these laws infringe freedom of communication.
The challenge follows a prior court ruling deeming related law unconstitutional.
The NSW Police Commissioner extended protest restrictions until January 20 for safety, and a preliminary hearing is set for Thursday.

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A constitutional challenge has been filed against New South Wales laws restricting protests after terrorist incidents, following the December Bondi attack.
The Blak Caucus, Palestine Action Group, and Jews Against the Occupation ’48 argue these laws infringe freedom of communication.
The challenge follows a prior court ruling deeming related law unconstitutional.
The NSW Police Commissioner extended protest restrictions until January 20 for safety, and a preliminary hearing is set for Thursday.