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Proposed law change protects questionable pub jokes

Last updated: June 16, 2025 8:23 am
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Making a controversial joke at a bar will not result in people facing an anti-discrimination complaints hearing under the upcoming anti-discrimination laws in an Australian territory.

The Attorney-General of the Northern Territory, Marie-Clare Boothby, has defended the government’s proposed laws, which are set to be presented to parliament in July. During an estimates hearing, she refuted claims from the shadow attorney-general that the new laws weaken protections for individuals offended by remarks made about them.

Boothby stated that the government aims to bring back “fairness and common sense” to laws that were deemed excessive after being revised by the previous Labor government in 2022. The new laws eliminate ambiguous terms like “offend” and “insult,” replacing them with clearer language that prohibits behavior inciting hatred, serious contempt, or severe ridicule based on personal attributes such as race, sexuality, gender identity, and religion.

The Attorney-General emphasized that the legislation still upholds stringent anti-vilification measures to combat hate speech, affirming that such behavior is not tolerated in the community. The proposed laws also reinstate protections for religious schools, allowing them to hire staff who align with their faith while safeguarding against discrimination based on race, sexuality, or gender.

Boothby highlighted the importance of maintaining the freedom to enjoy the Northern Territory lifestyle, stating that casual jokes at the pub will not lead to legal repercussions. She stressed the government’s commitment to promoting freedom of speech debates while maintaining a balance that respects religious freedoms and protects against overreach into everyday conversations.

The consultation process for the new laws involved various groups, including religious and multicultural organizations, LGBTQI advocates, sex workers, and the anti-discrimination commissioner. Boothby noted that the legislation aligns with changes implemented in other Australian jurisdictions.

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During the estimates hearing, it was revealed that the NT Anti-Discrimination Commissioner’s office faced a budget cut for the upcoming fiscal year, raising concerns about the office’s capacity to address the backlog of complaints. The commissioner explained that complaints are carefully evaluated to determine their validity, with only a few vilification complaints meeting the necessary criteria for further investigation.

While jokes at the pub are unlikely to be considered vilification, any remarks that incite hatred based on protected attributes will be subject to scrutiny. The commissioner emphasized the strength of the NT’s vilification law, stating that any alteration to the provision would dilute its effectiveness.

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