# New South Wales spent nearly $500,000 on lost court cases against pro-Palestine protesters

The New South Wales government incurred legal costs of almost $500,000 in court cases it lost against pro-Palestine protest groups. The expenditure covers fees for external lawyers and other legal expenses. This is significant as it raises questions about the use of public funds in legal battles over protest rights.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/10/nsw-government-legal-bill-cost-defending-protest-laws-ntwnfb) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:30:51 GMT