30 Oct 2024 | 03:33 AM UTC
Australia: Environmental protests planned in multiple cities nationwide Nov. 3
Environmental activists to demonstrate across Australia Nov. 3. Increased security likely; disruptions possible.
Environmental activists plan to stage protests across the country Nov. 3 to demand a ban on native forest logging operations. Organizers have announced details of rallies in the following cities:
Adelaide, South Australia State: Light Square, 12:30
Brisbane, Queensland State: Orleigh Park, 10:00-11:00
Canberra: Garema Place, 12:00
Hobart, Tasmania State: Parliament House, 11:00
Melbourne, Victoria State: Princes Park, 10:30
Sydney, New South Wales State: Town Hall, 12:00
The highest attendance is likely in Adelaide, Hobart, and Sydney, where over a thousand activists could join the action. Dozens of people will likely attend other gatherings.
Authorities will likely monitor protests and may try to disperse disruptive gatherings. While the demonstrations will likely remain peaceful, minor scuffles are possible. Activists may march along and block roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions.
Exercise caution around the rallies. Plan for localized transport disruptions. Use alternative routes to circumvent protest sites. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe, non-government building. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
