Thousands protest to abolish 'Australia Day'; violent arrests made
More than 8,000 people attended an Invasion Day protest at Djarrbarrgalli (Sydney Domain) today. The protest was led by First Nations activist group FISTT (Fighting In Solidarity Towards Treaties). Despite earlier police threats of fines and arrests, an agreement was made between organisers and police that no arrests would be made if it went ahead as a seated speak-out without a march. “We’ve been threatened by police intimidation saying they will smash us if we take to the streets” said Gomeroi woman Gwenda Stanley. “Instead of allowing them to incite a riot we’ve advised everyone ...
Source: honisoit.com