Tens of thousands protest across Australia against Gaza war, calling for peace and sanctions on Israel
Pro-Palestinian protests occurred nationwide, with claims of tens of thousands participating.
The Palestine Action Group reported over 100,000 attendees in Melbourne and 50,000 in Brisbane, though police estimates were significantly lower.
In Brisbane, the Queensland Police Service stated attendance reached about 10,000, while organisers maintained higher figures.
Protestors marched from Queens Gardens to Musgrave Park after being denied access to the Story Bridge.
Greens leader Larissa Waters highlighted the call for peace and sanctions on Israel during the Brisbane rally.
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The Melbourne demonstration marked its 97th consecutive rally, with speakers voicing concerns over child casualties in Gaza.
In Sydney, a smaller crowd gathered, featuring speeches from Grace Tame and journalist Antoinette Lattouf. Demonstrations occurred in other capital cities including Canberra, Hobart, Perth, and Adelaide, with varying turnout estimates and levels of police engagement.
