Police blocked members of anti-immigration group from Perth dawn service after Anzac Day booing in eastern states
Summary
Police in Western Australia stopped 15 members of an anti-immigration group from attending Anzac Day dawn services to prevent disruptions, following booing incidents during similar events in eastern states. One man was arrested in Sydney for causing a disturbance, while police in other states reported incidents but made no arrests.Key Facts
- Fifteen people linked to “issue motivated groups” were blocked from Anzac Day services in Western Australia to avoid disruptions.
- Booing interrupted Indigenous acknowledgments during Anzac Day ceremonies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth.
- One man was arrested in Sydney for alleged disruptive behavior at the Martin Place dawn service.
- Police in Victoria and New South Wales reported booing but could not identify or arrest most offenders.
- The anti-immigration group Fight for Australia encouraged supporters to oppose the “Welcome to Country” segments of the ceremonies.
- Police stated their goal was to protect the dignity and safety of Anzac Day services and allow the community to pay respects peacefully.
- Indigenous leaders and veterans' groups strongly condemned the booing incidents.
- Some political figures called the booing inappropriate but also expressed views on making “Welcome to Country” ceremonies less frequent.
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