Victoria has become the first Australian state or territory to ban the public display of the Nazi symbol. This step has been taken in recognition of its role in inciting antisemitism and hate. The Summary Offences Amendment (Nazi Symbol Prohibition) Bill 2022 which has been passed makes it a criminal offence for a person to intentionally display the Nazi symbol (the Hakenkreuz, often referred to as the Nazi swastika) in public. The legislation will come into effect in six months to allow for time to implement this awareness campaign. The ban will be supported by a community education campaign to...