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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Nino Bucci Justice and courts reporter

Removal of keffiyehs ordered as accused Land Forces protesters and supporters enter Melbourne court

A protester wearing a keffiyeh is seen during a rally against the Land Forces weapons expo in Melbourne on 11 September 2024
A protester wearing a keffiyeh is seen during a rally against the Land Forces weapons expo in Melbourne on 11 September 2024. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAP

Security staff at Melbourne’s busiest court have told people they must remove their keffiyehs before entering.

Court Services Victoria said that staff had discretion to order the removal of the garments, which are often worn by people expressing support for Palestine, under a law which allowed them to “ensure, maintain, or restore the security, good order and management of court premises”.

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