Nazi chants banned in push to stop ‘vile hatred’
Neo-Nazis could face jail time or thousands of dollars in fines under laws rapidly drafted after a shocking fascist rally outside a state parliament. Read more
Queensland counter terror police charge three over attacks on defence firms linked to Israel
Three pro-Palestine activists have been charged by Queensland counter-terrorism police over alleged break-ins and vandalism at two defence-related companies in Brisbane that export components used in the F-35 fighter jet programme.
Premier backs down on protester face mask ban
November 12, 2025 by David Marlow
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Plans to crack down on protesters wearing face coverings and masks in a bid to improve social cohesion will be watered down, a move which has sparked a police and community backlash. Read more
NSW moves to tighten protest laws
The NSW government has moved to restore police powers to disperse protesters harassing or intimidating worshippers, introducing new legislation after a successful Supreme Court challenge.
Anti-Israel activists target South African Holocaust centres
October 27, 2025 by Rolene Marks - JNS
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Anti-Israel activists have targeted Holocaust and genocide centres in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town, holding protests outside the institutions and sending threatening letters in what Jewish community leaders are calling “a campaign of intimidation.” Read more
Lush shutdown described as selective outrage
Cosmetics retailer Lush has drawn sharp criticism from within Australia’s Jewish community and beyond after closing all its stores, website, and Sydney factory for a day in protest over what it called the “starvation in Gaza.” Read more
Tear gas used as ‘March for Australia’ protest turns violent
Riot police deployed pepper spray, tear gas, and rubber bullets as violent clashes erupted between anti-immigration protesters and counter-demonstrators in Melbourne’s CBD on Sunday.
Court tosses out anti-protest laws to guard synagogues
Sweeping anti-protest police powers have been declared invalid after they were rushed through a state parliament despite concerns from faith leaders and legal experts.
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Spanish PM calls for Israel ban after chaos at cycling
September 16, 2025 by Associated Press
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for Israel to be banned from sports events, while Norway is donating money from a football match to support Gaza. Read more
Search for masked vandals at fighter jet-linked factory
Footage has been released of three people allegedly involved in vandalising a metalworks with anti-Israeli messaging, after it was linked to fighter jet parts. Read more
Police seek court order to quash Palestine bridge march
Legal action has been launched to stop pro-Palestine demonstrators from marching across a major bridge in Brisbane as part of a national day of protests. Read more
Israel gripped by nationwide strike as hostage families warn ‘silence kills’
A nationwide general strike swept Israel on Sunday as families of the hostages protested the government’s decision to expand the war in Gaza rather than pursue a deal to bring their loved ones home. Read more
Harbour Bridge protest to proceed after court ruling, as Jewish leaders warn of rising tensions
A major pro-Palestinian protest is set to take place on the Sydney Harbour Bridge this Sunday, August 3, after the NSW Supreme Court rejected a bid by police and the Premier to block the event. Read more
Bridge rally for Gazans set for Supreme Court showdown
People involved in a massive rally set for an iconic Australian landmark could face arrest if police succeed with last-minute court action. Read more
Planned Harbour Bridge Gaza protest sparks backlash
A planned pro-Palestinian protest across the Sydney Harbour Bridge this Sunday has drawn significant opposition.
Accused restaurant protester remains in custody
A man charged with affray following a protest outside an Israeli restaurant has made a bid for bail, more than two weeks after the incident. Read more
Protests take over from pageantry as parliament returns
Protests in and around Parliament House threatened to disrupt proceedings as the nation’s politicians went through the traditional ceremonies of being sworn in. Read more
Charges laid amid restaurant’s distress over protest
A restaurant targeted by pro-Palestine protesters has revealed the “profound impact” the incident has had on its staff as police arrest and charge protesters. Read more
UK police arrest backers of banned Palestine Action
UK police have arrested more than 20 people on suspicion of terrorism offences after they showed support for the newly banned Palestine Action group in London, officials say, hours after the proscription came into effect. Read more
Arrests as protests over Gaza war disrupt major cities
April 15, 2024 by AAP J-Wire
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Arrests have been made as train stations, ports and parts of Australia’s biggest cities are blockaded by widespread protests against the war in Gaza. Read more
Victoria Police calling for a system for protest permits
March 25, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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Victoria Police has called for legislation changes to introduce a permit system for protests. Read more
Gaza truce in balance as Hamas seeks plan to end war
Mediators are expected to reconvene in Cairo soon and search for a formula acceptable to Israel and Hamas for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, as pressure mounts for a pause in fighting by Ramadan. Read more
‘Keep fighting’: school students’ promise for Palestine
December 8, 2023 by AAP J-Wire
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Students say they will not let up with their demands as hundreds skipped school in support of Palestine and an end to the conflict in Gaza. Read more
Randwick Council fails to condemn Coogee pro-Palestinian motorcade
December 4, 2023 by J-Wire Staff
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Palestine protest backlash rocks Sydney Theatre Company
November 29, 2023 by AAP J-Wire
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A prominent Sydney Theatre Company board member has quit after actors held a pro-Palestine protest onstage. Read more
‘Get educated’: students strike to support Palestinians
NSW school students swapped textbooks for protest placards at a rally to show solidarity with the children of Gaza unable to go to school as the bombing continued Read more
School students hit the street to stand with Palestine
Man could face extra charges over protest comments
A man who allegedly made offensive comments at a pro-Palestine rally could face additional charges over the incident.
Protests grip Israel ahead of judicial reform ruling
There have been renewed protests in Israel on the day before an eagerly awaited court hearing on the government’s controversial judicial reform plans. Read more
Thousands protest against Hamas in rare Gaza demos
Several thousand people have briefly taken to the streets across the Gaza Strip to protest chronic power outages and difficult living conditions, providing a rare public show of discontent with the territory’s Hamas government. Read more
