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The independent NSW MP Alex Greenwich supports the pro-Palestine protest planned for Sydney Harbour Bridge, saying it “would send a powerful global message”.
The march could still go ahead if the court sides with police, but protesters face being arrested under anti-protest laws.
Having successfully lobbied the previous Coalition government to allow a march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of LGBTQ equality during Sydney WorldPride, I know it can be done.
I share the widespread community horror over what is happening in Gaza and support the use of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to march against the atrocities. This would send a powerful global message of our solidarity to stop the starvation of people in Gaza.
I hope organisers continue to work with police to ensure that these protests can continue safely and that agreement can be reached to allow a protest across the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2025/aug/01/anthony-albanese-labor-coalition-palestine-recognition-pressure-us-trade-tariffs-ntwnfb
Author : Martin Farrer
Publish date : 2025-07-31 21:02:00
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