The Tasmanian Government’s proposed law for a police crackdown on peaceful protest has been criticised as anti-democratic and a threat to civil society. The Bill creates disproportionate penalties for people who peacefully protest against business activities, equivalent to aggravated assault, possessing an implement with intent to commit a crime, or loitering near children.

This was recorded on 28th June 2022 and things may have changed since recording.

The Australia Institute // @theausinstitute

Host: Ebony Bennett, Deputy Director, Australia Institute // @ebony_bennett

Guest: Rachel Hay, Anne Kantor Fellow, Australia Institute Tasmania

Producer: Jennifer Macey // @jennifermacey

Edited by: Holly Forrest

Theme Music: Pulse and Thrum; additional music by Blue Dot Sessions