Minns accused of ‘fuelling division’ after Lismore residents allegedly harassed on squatters’ street

Police called after reports of abuse, thrown objects on street where NSW premier ordered homes to be demolished

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The New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, has been accused of fuelling division" and dog-whistling", after residents of a Lismore street were allegedly attacked and terrorised in the early hours of Saturday morning.

The alleged incidents were labelled vigilante attacks" by a NSW state MP, who has urged the premier to call for calm and walk back from his threats to demolish homes".

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