The Domain, Sydney
The Domain is a large open space in Sydney, Australia, immediately east of the central business district. It is a popular venue for outdoor concerts, including the annual Carols by Candlelight, a Sydney institution. Historically, the Domain was important for providing Speakers Corner every Sunday, similar to Speakers' Corner in Hyde Park, London. This provided the concept of free speech, where any person may turn up unannounced and talk on almost any subject they wish, although they are likely to be heckled by people holding opposing views. The Domain has also been a popular site for political protests, including Palm Sunday rallies, May Day demonstrations, and anti-war and anti-conscription protests.
During the Australian constitutional crisis of 1975, the Australian Labor Party held their policy launch in the Domain on 24 November 1975 before a huge crowd.
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