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$20m public liability insurance to rally in a park: how council red tape hinders the right to protest

A report released on Wednesday, co-authored by Australian Democracy Network (ADN) and Deakin University’s Centre for Law as Protection, raised concerns…

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According to The Guardian, a report released on Wednesday, co-authored by Australian Democracy Network (ADN) and Deakin University’s Centre for Law as Protection, raised concerns about incidents in which councils have required…

This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian Democracy Network, Deakin University and Council.

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Australia · Oceania
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The Guardian
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Key names
Australian Democracy Network, Deakin University, Council, South Wales
Section
World

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