In the wake of the Bondi terror attack, multiple state governments have passed laws to restrict mass protests. Most notably, the New South Wales government introduced controversial legislation giving police the power to restrict public protests for up to 90 days after a terrorist incident.
This unprecedented restriction was tested when thousands took to the streets to protest against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
The protest was followed by widespread allegations of police brutality. These are currently being investigated by the state’s police watchdog.
