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Human rights groups say surveillance proposals threaten basic freedoms

Australia's Minister for Home Affairs, Peter Dutton

Australia's Minister for Home Affairs, Peter Dutton Source: AAP

A new online surveillance bill has been described by some as "draconian, extreme and an invasion of privacy", while authorities say they're "necessary and vital."


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A new online surveillance bill has been described by some as "draconian, extreme and an invasion of privacy", while authorities say they're "necessary and vital."



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