Jewish leaders back tougher laws as NSW looks to criminalise Nazi chants

NSW will introduce new laws criminalising Nazi chants and behaviours that signal support for extremist ideology, following a recent neo-Nazi protest outside Parliament. Offenders face up to a year in prison, with harsher penalties near Jewish sites. Jewish community leaders welcome the move as an ethical stand against rising hate, though experts warn legislation alone cannot eliminate extremism without broader education and prevention efforts.

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns. Source: AAP / STEVEN SAPHORE/AAPIMAGE