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WA’s new 'post and boast' laws spark free speech fears

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Western Australia’s proposed 'post and boast' laws go beyond other states, banning online content likely to offend. Critics warn it could silence protests and erode democracy, while the government says it’s about stopping copycat crimes and protecting victims.
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