14 Oct 2021 | 12:03 PM UTC
Australia: Environment activists plan protests in multiple cities Oct. 15
Environment group announces protests in cities across Australia Oct. 15. Increased security likely; skirmishes possible.
Event
The School Strike 4 Climate (SS4C) Australia organization has called for protests in cities across Australia Oct. 15. Participants are demanding the government take greater action to address climate change. Organizers have announced protests at several locations, including:
Adelaide: Victoria Square, 11:00
Alice Springs: Todd Mall, 08:30
Brisbane: Queens Gardens, 13:00
Cairns: The Esplanade, 09:00
Darwin: Civic Park, 12:00
Geelong: Geelong Town Hall, 11:00
Hobart: March from Regatta Grounds to Parliament Lawns, 12:00
Perth: Parliament House, 11:00
Protests are likely in other cities and towns nationwide. Attendance at gatherings in larger cities may involve hundreds of people, though participation will likely be affected by ongoing COVID-19-related gathering restrictions.
Security personnel will likely monitor protests and may attempt to disperse especially disruptive gatherings. Skirmishes between police and protesters are possible. Protesters may march along roadways, causing localized transport disruptions.
Advice
Allow additional travel time near gatherings. Avoid protests due to possible skirmishes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions.
