New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has granted police special powers ahead of a visit from Israeli President Isaac Herzog. These measures are intended to manage public safety and prevent clashes. In response, 13 state and federal MPs from NSW have urged police to allow a planned protest march, with some lawmakers stating they intend to join the demonstration.

While the NSW government insists these special arrangements do not ban legal protests, police will have extra authority, such as the power to order people to move on. Protesters worry these rules could be used to shut down demonstrations during the visit. Meanwhile, police officials have stated that the route planned for the march has not been authorized.