3 Climate Protesters Arrested for Blocking Major Melbourne Bridge

Thousands of motorists encountered delays and disruption after 3 Extinction Rebellion activists used a hire truck to block West Gate Bridge.
3 Climate Protesters Arrested for Blocking Major Melbourne Bridge
Traffic is seen on the West Gate Bridge in Melbourne, Australia, on Feb. 9, 2024. AAP Image/Con Chronis
Alfred Bui
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Three climate protesters have been arrested after causing traffic chaos at a major Melbourne bridge during peak commute time on March 5 morning.

Thousands of motorists travelling on West Gate Bridge encountered delays and disruption after three protestors from the radical climate group, Extinction Rebellion, used a hire truck to block three bridge lanes at around 7:45 a.m.

Alfred Bui
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Alfred Bui is an Australian reporter based in Melbourne and focuses on local and business news. He is a former small business owner and has two master’s degrees in business and business law. Contact him at [email protected].
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