The Government of Western Australia (WA) Wednesday announced plans to introduce legislation banning the “display and possession” of Nazi symbols like the Hakenkrauz, also known as the Nazi swastika, in the state. WA joined Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania in its move. A statement from WA authorities acknowledged the continued existence of anti-semitism in Australia and the usage of hate symbols in stigmatizing minorities, including Muslims and the LGBTQ+ community. The government plans to allow exceptions to the ban for displaying the swastika for academic purposes, in the sale of war memorabilia, in media reports of public interest and in religions like Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism where the symbol represents peace and prosperity.
via jurist.org: Western Australia to ban display of Nazi symbols