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Protests Spark Calls for Truth, Stricter Regulations Amid Tensions

1/29/2026

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Melbourne organizer Celeste Liddle called for a national truth-telling commission at Invasion Day events.
In Sydney, Paul Silva paid tribute to victims of violence and criticized the government for restricting protests.
Rallies faced confrontations with anti-immigration groups across various cities.
NSW Premier Chris Minns is considering stricter protest regulations, a move supported by many voters citing public safety concerns.
Constitutional experts say banning specific political chants could infringe free speech rights.

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Melbourne organizer Celeste Liddle called for a national truth-telling commission at Invasion Day events.
In Sydney, Paul Silva paid tribute to victims of violence and criticized the government for restricting protests.
Rallies faced confrontations with anti-immigration groups across various cities.
NSW Premier Chris Minns is considering stricter protest regulations, a move supported by many voters citing public safety concerns.
Constitutional experts say banning specific political chants could infringe free speech rights.