‘Shock’ loophole in NSW law meant to protect children against incarceration could mean more will be locked up

A New South Wales man, Thomas Fordham, has become the first individual in the state to be convicted of hate speech against transgender people. He was sentenced to a community correction order after pleading guilty to threatening or inciting violence based on gender identity. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding hate speech and its implications for marginalized communities.

Kellie Sloane has been elected unopposed as the new leader of the New South Wales Liberal Party, succeeding Mark Speakman. The former journalist and first-term MP received Speakman's endorsement and support from various factions within the party.

A 30-year-old man has been arrested in Sydney for allegedly sending a 'menacing message' to federal MP Allegra Spender after she criticized far-right protests. The Australian Federal Police claim the message incited abusive and hateful responses towards the politician following her condemnation of a neo-Nazi protest outside the New South Wales parliament.