Neo-Nazi group challenges hate ban by arguing law ‘operates as a doorway to tyranny’
The National Socialist Network, a neo-Nazi group recently banned as a hate group in Australia, is challenging the legality of the prohibition in the high court. The group argues that the law infringes on political communication rights and lacks constitutional validity. This legal action follows the group's attempt to register as a political party despite being listed as a prohibited organization.
- ▪The National Socialist Network was banned under legislation enacted after the Bondi beach terror attack.
- ▪The group claims the law burdens freedom of governmental and political communication.
- ▪They argue that the prohibition violates constitutional rights by allowing the government to suppress political opponents.
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Neo-Nazi National Socialist Network leader Thomas Sewell at an anti-immigration rally in August 2025. Photograph: Charlie Kinross/The GuardianView image in fullscreenNeo-Nazi National Socialist Network leader Thomas Sewell at an anti-immigration rally in August 2025. Photograph: Charlie Kinross/The GuardianAustralian lawNeo-Nazi group challenges hate ban by arguing law ‘operates as a doorway to tyranny’Banned White Australia group lodges documents with high court stating legislation ‘burdens freedom of governmental and political communication’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Jordyn BeazleySun 17 May 2026 23.43 EDTLast modified on Sun 17 May 2026 23.44 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA neo-Nazi group,…
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