NSW police end restriction on protests now Israeli president has left the country

NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon has lifted restrictions on protests, effectively ending a ban on marches in designated areas of Sydney. The restrictions were initially implemented following a terror attack, granting police expanded powers to control public assemblies for up to 90 days. The decision to lift the restrictions coincides with the departure of Israeli President Isaac Herzog from Australia, whose visit was cited as a key factor in maintaining the ban due to safety concerns and potential conflicts with protesters. The police's actions during recent protests, including the use of pepper spray and kettling, have drawn criticism. The expanded police powers are currently facing a constitutional challenge in court.

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