Anti-photo hysteria spreads to Oz

Prime Minister John Howard says a ban on taking photographs at a shopping complex in Melbourne is over the top.

Melbourne’s Southgate complex has banned people taking photos as part of heightened security measures.

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Ms Peck acknowledges that some may say it is a win for those who wish to curb Australia’s freedom but believes the policy is justified.

The article does quote sane people as well:

Liberty Victoria’s president, barrister Brian Walter, says the centre’s concerns about terrorism are unjustified.

"What a load of rubbish. Give us one example in Australia where taking of photography has led to a terrorist attack," he said.

"There’s just none and people take a lot of photos every day, and to suggest that you can somehow make that link in a rational way is absurd," he said.

Continue reading at ABC News Australia.

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