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23 Nov 2022 | 05:57 AM UTC

Australia: Activists to protest outside Surry Hills Police Station in Sydney, New South Wales, 17:30 Nov. 23

Activists to protest at Surry Hills Police Station in Sydney, Australia, 17:30 Nov. 23. Increased security likely, disruptions possible.

Informational

Event

Activists plan to protest outside Surry Hills Police Station in Sydney, New South Wales, 17:30 Nov. 23. Partcipants intend to denounce the violent arrest of a well-known street entertainer. Several dozen to a few hundred people could participate in the gathering.

Authorities will likely monitor the protest and may try to disperse the gathering if it is especially disruptive or if participants attempt to bypass security barriers. Skirmishes between protesters and police are possible. The protest and resultant security response may prompt localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible skirmishes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time near the gathering.