Police separate opposing demonstrators as protests kicked off in Melbourne
Police have been forced to separate two opposing groups in the Melbourne CBD as a string of protests across Australia’s capitals and major cities have kicked off, with thousands turning out for four separate protests in Melbourne alone.
The protests come weeks after crowds flooded the streets as part of the anti-immigration March for Australia rallies across the country, some of which were attended by prominent neo-Nazis.
March for Australia organisers have denied links to white supremacists and the National Socialist Network (NSN).
The rallies across Melbourne have dissipated, with police arresting one man for “criminal damage after an alleged graffiti incident”.
Police said the 29-year-old man was interviewed for an “active whereabouts for graffiti” and released at the scene pending summons.
About 2500 people, from multiple different groups, attended the rallies.
“Police had a highly visible presence at a protest in the Melbourne CBD today,” a statement from police read.
“Our top priority was keeping the peace and ensuring the safety of those attending and the broader community.”
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