Australia: LGBTQ+ activists plan protest in Perth October 31

Event

LGBTQ+ activists plan to hold a demonstration in Perth's Stirling Gardens on Saturday, October 31, to denounce alleged discriminatory comments made by Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas against the LGBTQ+ community. Participants are expected to gather in the Gardens from 13:00 (local time) and the event is likely to be well attended. 

A heightened police presence is expected in the vicinity of the demonstration and localized transport disruptions are likely around the square during the protest.

Advice

Those in Perth are advised to monitor the situation, aniticpate localized disrtuptions, and heed instructions issued by local authorities.