Australia: Pro-Palestinian Protests Erupt After Gaza Aid Flotilla Intercepted

Sydney and Melbourne saw snap pro-Palestinian protests on Thursday, October 2 after Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. About 400 people gathered in Sydney, briefly spilling onto light rail tracks, while around 200 protested in Melbourne. Police restrained some demonstrators, but no arrests were reported, and both rallies dispersed without major incidents.

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Mahsa Amini Memorial Held in Toronto - Australia

Supporters participate in a protest marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death in memory of the Iranian victims of the Women, Life, Freedom movement at Queen’s Park in Toronto on September 14, 2025. Nationwide protests began in Iran after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, a 22-year-old who died in the custody of the Islamic Republic’s morality police on September 16, 2022, in Tehran. Photo by Pouria Afkhami/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Australia: Multiple Groups Stage Protests Across Major Cities 3

Multiple groups held demonstrations in various Australian cities on Saturday, September 13. The Australia Unites rallies, organized by far-right and anti-vaccine groups, rallied against government policies on cost of living, health, and the environment. At the same time, Indigenous and Palestinian activists held a National Day of Action against racism and fascism, partly in response to a neo-Nazi raid on Camp Sovereignty in Melbourne in August.

Australia: Multiple Groups Stage Protests Across Major Cities 4

Multiple groups held demonstrations in various Australian cities on Saturday, September 13. The Australia Unites rallies, organized by far-right and anti-vaccine groups, rallied against government policies on cost of living, health, and the environment. At the same time, Indigenous and Palestinian activists held a National Day of Action against racism and fascism, partly in response to a neo-Nazi raid on Camp Sovereignty in Melbourne in August.

Australia: Multiple Groups Stage Protests Across Major Cities 2

Multiple groups are holding demonstrations in various Australian cities on Saturday, September 13. The Australia Unites rallies, organized by far-right and anti-vaccine groups, are protesting government policies on cost of living, health, and the environment. At the same time, Indigenous and Palestinian activists are holding a National Day of Action against racism and fascism, partly in response to a neo-Nazi raid on Camp Sovereignty in Melbourne in August. Authorities, particularly in Victoria, are cautious of potential clashes between far-right and far-left participants, though organizers of both movements emphasize that their protests are intended to remain peaceful.

Australia: Multiple Groups Stage Protests Across Major Cities

Multiple groups are holding demonstrations in various Australian cities on Saturday, September 13. The Australia Unites rallies, organized by far-right and anti-vaccine groups, are protesting government policies on cost of living, health, and the environment. At the same time, Indigenous and Palestinian activists are holding a National Day of Action against racism and fascism, partly in response to a neo-Nazi raid on Camp Sovereignty in Melbourne in August. Authorities, particularly in Victoria, are cautious of potential clashes between far-right and far-left participants, though organizers of both movements emphasize that their protests are intended to remain peaceful.

Australia: Thousands Join Large-Scale Pro-Palestinian Rallies Nationwide 4

Pro-Palestine rallies were held in 40 cities and towns across Australia on Sunday, August 24 in response to the first-ever famine declared in Gaza. Protesters called for sanctions on Israel and an end to Australia’s arms trade with the country, supported by numerous unions and community groups. High-profile figures spoke at marches in Canberra, Sydney, Hobart, and Melbourne, highlighting broad national support for Palestine.

Australia: Thousands Join Large-Scale Pro-Palestinian Rallies Nationwide

Pro-Palestine rallies were held in 40 cities and towns across Australia on Sunday, August 24 in response to the first-ever famine declared in Gaza. Protesters called for sanctions on Israel and an end to Australia’s arms trade with the country, supported by numerous unions and community groups. High-profile figures spoke at marches in Canberra, Sydney, Hobart, and Melbourne, highlighting broad national support for Palestine.

Australia: Thousands Join Large-Scale Pro-Palestinian Rallies Nationwide 3

Pro-Palestine rallies were held in 40 cities and towns across Australia on Sunday, August 24 in response to the first-ever famine declared in Gaza. Protesters called for sanctions on Israel and an end to Australia’s arms trade with the country, supported by numerous unions and community groups. High-profile figures spoke at marches in Canberra, Sydney, Hobart, and Melbourne, highlighting broad national support for Palestine.

Australia: Thousands Join Large-Scale Pro-Palestinian Rallies Nationwide 2

Pro-Palestine rallies were held in 40 cities and towns across Australia on Sunday, August 24 in response to the first-ever famine declared in Gaza. Protesters called for sanctions on Israel and an end to Australia’s arms trade with the country, supported by numerous unions and community groups. High-profile figures spoke at marches in Canberra, Sydney, Hobart, and Melbourne, highlighting broad national support for Palestine.

Australia: Thousands Join Invasion Day Protests Nationwide 2

Thousands of people joined "Invasion Day" marches across Australia, as Indigenous communities and their allies protested the observance of January 26 as the national day. Most capital cities hosted multiple protests alongside events celebrating Indigenous culture.

Australia: Thousands Join Invasion Day Protests Nationwide

Thousands of people joined "Invasion Day" marches across Australia, as Indigenous communities and their allies protested the observance of January 26 as the national day. Most capital cities hosted multiple protests alongside events celebrating Indigenous culture.

Australia: Thousands Of Constructions Workers Protest Against CFMEU Takeover 4

More than 10,000 workers took to the streets across Australia to protest the federal take over of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) on Tuesday, August 27.

Australia: Thousands Of Constructions Workers Protest Against CFMEU Takeover 3

More than 10,000 workers took to the streets across Australia to protest the federal take over of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) on Tuesday, August 27.

Australia: Thousands Of Constructions Workers Protest Against CFMEU Takeover

More than 10,000 workers took to the streets across Australia to protest the federal take over of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) on Tuesday, August 27.

Australia: Thousands Of Constructions Workers Protest Against CFMEU Takeover 2

More than 10,000 workers took to the streets across Australia to protest the federal take over of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) on Tuesday, August 27.

Australian PM commits new funding to help women leave violent relationships

STORY: Australian PM commits new funding to help women leave violent relationships SHOOTING TIME: April 28, 2024 DATELINE: May 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:53 LOCATION: Canberra CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Parliament House 2. various of Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in protests on April 28 3. various of the Parliament House STORYLINE: Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new funding to help women leave violent relationships. Following an emergency meeting of federal, state and territory leaders to address gendered violence, Albanese on Wednesday announced 925 million Australian dollars (about 598 million U.S. dollars) over five years to establish a new leaving violence program. Under the program, women looking to escape violent relationships will be eligible to access up to 5,000 Australian dollars (3,234 U.S. dollars) in financial support as well as safety planning, risk assessment and referral services. Albanese on April 28 joined thousands of Au

Australian PM joins mass protests against gendered violence

STORY: Australian PM joins mass protests against gendered violence SHOOTING TIME: April 28, 2024 DATELINE: April 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: Canberra CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the protest in front of the Parliament House 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ANTHONY ALBANESE, Australian Prime Minister 3. various of the protest in front of the Parliament House STORYLINE: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined nationwide protests calling for an end to violence against women. Tens of thousands of Australians gathered across the country on Sunday to demand action against gendered violence. Albanese joined protesters on their march to Parliament House in Canberra, the nation's capital. Earlier in April, Albanese said that Australia was facing a crisis of violence against women. SOUNDBITE (English): ANTHONY ALBANESE, Australia's Prime Minister "We need to change the culture. We need to change attitudes. We need to change the legal system. But I want us to work together. I want

Australia: Pro-Palestine Protests Continue At University Of Sydney

Pro-Palestine protests continued on campus at The University of Sydney on Friday, April 26, calling for a ceasefire and demanding the government to cut ties with corporations accused of supporting Israel.

Oxfam protests against Olympic ''sweatshop'' sportswear

Oxfam protests against Olympic ''sweatshop'' sportswear

SYDNEY, Australia - Members of Oxfam Community Aid Abroad stage a ''sew-in'' demonstration in Sydney's business district on June 1 featuring masked machinists representing garment workers. The Australian arm of Oxfam International, a charity organization which seeks to alleviate poverty and suffering, said that the Olympics movement is evading its social responsibility by endorsing sportswear produced in sweatshop conditions by millions of exploited workers around the world.

Oxfam protests against Olympic ''sweatshop'' sportswear

Oxfam protests against Olympic ''sweatshop'' sportswear

SYDNEY, Australia - Members of Oxfam Community Aid Abroad stage a ''sew-in'' demonstration in Sydney's business district on June 1 featuring masked machinists representing garment workers. The Australian arm of Oxfam International, a charity organization which seeks to alleviate poverty and suffering, said that the Olympics movement is evading its social responsibility by endorsing sportswear produced in sweatshop conditions by millions of exploited workers around the world. (Kyodo)