NSW Police warned they will have “zero tolerance” for anyone threatening to protest ahead of a planned “bashing day” at the place where race-fuelled riots happened 20 years ago.
A “bashing day” is planned for Cronulla Beach on December 27. (Sam Mooy/File)
Acting Assistant Commissioner Brendan Gorman said police will have no tolerance.
“Everyone in NSW deserves to be safe and feel safe,” he said.
“Now is not the time for any behaviour that will cause division in our community.”
Officers will be patrolling the beach to respond to anyone who incites violence or hatred, commits violent offences, or participates in anti-social behaviour, harassment or intimidation, he said.
“Action will be taken against anyone who engages in criminal activity that is motivated by hate,” Gorman said.
NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon. (Getty)
The new law allows Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon to make a declaration restricting unauthorised public gatherings for 14 days following a terrorism incident.
His declaration started on Wednesday and will remain in place until January 7.
Police can issue move-on directions and force people to remove face coverings.
Premier Chris Minns told reporters this week that anyone seeking to stir racial hatred, violence or division in the community would be met by police.
“There is zero tolerance for it right now,” he said.
Anyone who is a victim or witness hate crime is urged to contact CrimeStoppers.