Patrick Barkham | The Guardian (UK) | April 17, 2001
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2001/apr/17/patrickbarkham
Two Australian states are to introduce laws to try to stop racist threats. There is growing evidence that white supremacist groups are renewing hate campaigns against aborigines in some provincial towns.
Under legislation drafted by Labour governments in Queensland and Victoria, individuals who publicly incite racial or religious hatred could face up to six months’ jail, while companies could be fined up to $A30,000 (£11,000).
“It is a clear statement – both to the small minority of violent racists, and to overseas observers concerned about recent racism in Australia …