Hundreds of Americans opposing mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for Australian workers have taken to the streets of New York to protest

Demonstrators protesting against the mandatory vaccine policy enforced on teachers, rallying outside the Australian consulate in New York City, chanting “Save Australia!”

The protests are also an attempt to highlight lockdown restrictions in parts of the country.

Protesters were seen waving cardboard cutouts of Australian flags, calling for “freedom” and chanting “we will not comply.”

The demonstrators marched across New York city’s streets, crossing the Brooklyn Bridge before stopping at the Australian consulate in Manhattan for speeches.

Protesters also held banners that read “What is happening in Melbourne?”

The demonstrators had gathered to protest against a vaccine mandate for teachers and other school staff members set by New York Mayor Bill de Blasio, which required them as of Monday to have been inoculated or be placed on unpaid leave.

Some Australians have reacted with bemusement at the protesters.