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Jack Gramenz and Farid Farid

NSW passes law to stop traffic blockades

Protesters in NSW could face up to two years in prison for blocking roads and other facilities. (AAP)

The NSW government has passed legislation to crackdown on disruptive protesters following several arrests of climate change activists blocking traffic and access to ports.

Protesters now face a maximum penalty of two years' jail and $22,000 fines for disrupting traffic or preventing access on roads.

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