Freedom of expression and opinion are the foundation stone for a free and democratic society and a necessary condition for the promotion and protection of human rights.

SBS Australia- What does Freedom of Speech in Australia really mean today?

Do we have the right to freedom of speech in Australia?

Waleed Aly, Age Columnist, host of Drive on ABC Radio National and Lecturer in politics at Monash University.

MAYBE it is a left-brain-right-brain thing, but I have always been bemused why public interest limitations on freedom of speech for economic benefit are quietly accepted, while limits designed to protect our collective human rights attract vocal debate. The recent Federal Court hearing concerning a complaint of racial vilification against voluble multimedia commentator Andrew Bolt brings this dichotomy clearly into focus.

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The right to freedom of opinion is the right to hold opinions without interference, and cannot be subject to any exception or restriction.