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Opinion: Scripture as safe harbour? Why a religious text exemption in hate speech law is the wrong fix
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The federal government’s exemption for quoting religious texts in its new proposed hate speech law has come under increasing criticism in recent days, with a range of groups calling for the defence to be scrapped.
Source: ABC News
‘Voice for mutual respect’: Interfaith’s champion Helen Heath OAM mourned
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Greater Dandenong Interfaith Network leader and Living Treasure Helen Heath OAM has been remembered for bringing together our diverse community.
Source: Star News Community - Dandenong
How Bluey uses religious parables to teach lessons we all need
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Bluey is a smart show that draws on all kinds of inspirations for its charming stories, including religious ones.
Source: The Conversation
Imam thanks police after alleged roadside assault in Melbourne's south-east
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An imam who was allegedly the victim of racial abuse during a roadside assault has thanked the police who helped him and his wife.
Source: ABC News
New hate laws have passed parliament. What do they actually do?
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Parliament has just passed the toughest federal hate speech laws in Australia's history.
Source: ABC News
Faith leaders unite at memorial for Bondi victims
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Jewish community plays central role in Cathedral service on the national day of mourning.
Source: Australian Jewish News
Samoa's prime minister proposes ban on non-Christian faiths after vowing 'God-centred' leadership
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Samoa's imam Husam-Aldin Stanley is not used to the spotlight in the overwhelmingly Christian Pacific Island nation.
Source: ABC News
Buddhist monks pass halfway mark on 2,300-mile Walk for Peace through US
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Despite injuries, walkers and pet dog continue trek to promote ‘peace, loving kindness and compassion’ in the US.
Source: The Guardian
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