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Neo-Nazi group banned in Australia under hate laws
Key takeaways
- Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the listing takes effect from midnight.
- The White Australia group will be banned under hate laws that make associating or supporting with the organisation a criminal offence.
- Previously known as the National Socialist Network and the European Australian Movement, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the group cannot evade the law by changing names.
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Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the listing takes effect from midnight. (ABC News: Callum Flinn)
The White Australia group will be banned under hate laws that make associating or supporting with the organisation a criminal offence.
Previously known as the National Socialist Network and the European Australian Movement, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the group cannot evade the law by changing names.
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