Pro-Palestinian, Invasion Day Protestors Join Forces For Weekend of Rallies

The event comes as authorities grapple with ongoing social tensions stemming from antisemitism.

1/22/2025|Updated: 1/22/2025

Pro-Palestine activists and anti-Australia Day protestors will join forces to converge on Melbourne for an “Invasion Day” rally on Jan. 26.

In response, Victorian Police are planning a massive presence ahead of protests that could draw up to 30,000 people.

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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]

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