Australia: Environmental activists to stage demonstration outside National Australia Bank branch in Ballarat, Victoria, 12:30-13:30 March 31

Event

Environmental activists affiliated with the Extinction Rebellion (XR) movement plan to demonstrate outside the National Australia Bank (NAB) branch at 1001-1005 Sturt Street in Ballarat, Victoria, 12:30-13:30 March 31. It remains unclear how many participants the demonstration may draw; however, the gathering will likely remain somewhat small.

Authorities will likely monitor the gathering, although the event will probably remain peaceful. Localized transport disruptions are possible in the immediate vicinity of the protest site.

Ballarat is approximately 104 km (63 miles) northwest of Geelong.

Advice

Confirm business appointments at the NAB Branch on Sturt Street during the announced demonstration time frame. Plan accordingly for localized transport disruptions.