ACT [Australian Capital Territory] Parliament Passes Religious Vilification Laws

THE CANBERRA TIMES: Vilification on the grounds of religion is now illegal and in serious cases could result in a criminal conviction with a fine of up to $7500, under laws passed by the ACT parliament on Thursday.

Both Labor and Liberal supported the move put by the Greens Shane Rattenbury, who said the display of hatred, intolerance and offensive behaviour towards Muslims was one of the biggest intolerance issues in Australia today. » | Kirsten Lawson | Thursday, August 4, 2016