A four-year feud between Pauline Hanson and Mehreen Faruqi is heading to Australia's highest court in a historic test of Section 18C. 

Former barrister Louise Clegg joined Michael to break down why this landmark battle could permanently shift the legal limits of free speech.

A four-year feud between Pauline Hanson and Mehreen Faruqi is heading to Australia's highest court in a historic test of Section 18C. 
Former barrister Louise Clegg joined Michael to break down why this landmark battle could permanently shift the legal limits of free speech.

Join Michael McLaren on 2GB Afternoons for a mix of news, opinion, entertainment and fun from 12.00pm - 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.

You can contact the show on the text line 0460 873 873

Join Michael McLaren on 2GB Afternoons for a mix of news, opinion, entertainment and fun from 12.00pm - 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.
You can contact the show on the text line 0460 873 873

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Hanson v Faruqi could redefine Australia’s free speech laws

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Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Tuesday, 10th November

Australian Unity General Manager Lenette Greer warns older Australians to routinely audit their private health insurance so they aren't paying for obsolete services like pregnancy cover while missing critical future needs. 

The discussion also covers the looming threat of federal policy changes to the over-65 rebate, which could drastically affect policyholder costs, access, and downgrade rates across the sector.

Australian Unity General Manager Lenette Greer warns older Australians to routinely audit their private health insurance so they aren't paying for obsolete services like pregnancy cover while missing critical future needs. 
The discussion also covers the looming threat of federal policy changes to the over-65 rebate, which could drastically affect policyholder costs, access, and downgrade rates across the sector.

Are you wasting thousands? Why your outdated health policy could fail you when disaster strikes

Assistant Minister for Defence Peter Khalil has defended the government's decision to scrap the proposed sale of Victoria Barracks, insisting that protecting the site's heritage was always a key priority.

Assistant Minister for Defence Peter Khalil has defended the government's decision to scrap the proposed sale of Victoria Barracks, insisting that protecting the site's heritage was always a key priority.

Hanson v Faruqi could redefine Australia’s free speech laws

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