21 Feb 2023 | 03:23 PM UTC
Australia: Activists plan to protest AUKUS in multiple cities on Feb. 24
Activists to protest AUKUS in multiple cities across Australia, Feb. 24. Likely increased security, localized disruptions; possible clashes.
Event
Activist groups plan to protest in multiple cities on Feb. 24. The action aims to protest the trilateral security pact AUKUS. Protests are confirmed in the following cities:
Adelaide: Foreign Affairs Minister's electorate office on Gouger Street, 12:30.
Brisbane: Federal Treasurer's office in Logan Central Plaza on Wembley Road, 11:00.
Geelong: Defence Minister's office on Brougham Street, 16:00.
Newcastle: Defence Industries Minister's office on Pacific Motorway, 10:30.
Sydney: Prime Minister's electorate office on Marrickville Road, 12:00.
Related actions may also be staged in other major urban centers, however, organizers have not yet confirmed further details. The protests are likely to draw hundreds of participants.
Authorities will likely monitor the events and may attempt to disperse the gatherings if they are especially disruptive. While the gatherings will probably remain peaceful, minor isolated skirmishes cannot be ruled out. Activists may march along and block roadways, prompting localized transport and business disruptions.
Advice
Exercise caution near protest sites. Depart the area at the first sign of security disturbance. Seek alternative routes to circumvent related transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations. Do not attempt to navigate around protester-erected roadblocks; allow police to dismantle them before proceeding. Plan accordingly for localized business disruptions. Heed instructions from authorities.
