Swastika symbol officially banned in Victoria

Police inspect graffiti on the front of the Victorian State Parliament, in 2012

Police inspect graffiti on the front of the Victorian State Parliament, in 2012 Source: AAP / DAVID CROSLING/AAPIMAGE

People in Victoria who break the new laws face large fines and even jail time, though certain uses will be exempt on religious, cultural or educational grounds.



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