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Designating the Domain a protest site? The changes Minns is considering to avoid ‘unnecessary burden’ from demonstrations
- NSW Premier Minns is weighing reforms to curb Sydney protests, including potential Domain designation.
- A Guardian poll shows broad backing for stronger police powers to curb protests nationwide and in NSW.
- Officials consider using planning laws to designate protest zones and restrict demonstrations elsewhere.
- Domain designation as a protest site is among ideas floated to manage city demonstrations.
- Experts warn outright bans on slogans could raise constitutional issues.
- Advocacy groups argue that curbing protests may infringe on free speech.
- Police would gain discretion to reject form 1 protests after high demand.
- The Opera House area already has bylaws affecting demonstrations, showing limited expansion potential.
- A parliamentary committee report is due by Friday with potential legislative recommendations.
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