18D
In forceExemptions
Part IIAProhibition of offensive behaviour based on racial hatred
18D Exemptions
Section 18C does not render unlawful anything said or done reasonably and in good faith:
(a)
in the performance, exhibition or distribution of an artistic work; or
(b)
in the course of any statement, publication, discussion or debate made or held for any genuine academic, artistic or scientific purpose or any other genuine purpose in the public interest; or
(c)
in making or publishing:
(i)
a fair and accurate report of any event or matter of public interest; or
(ii)
a fair comment on any event or matter of public interest if the comment is an expression of a genuine belief held by the person making the comment.
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