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Monica O’Shea
US Consulate Targeted by Pro-Palestinian Activists in Melbourne
Meanwhile, a Greens motion to suspend standing orders to recognise a Palestine state was defeated in Parliament by Labor and the Coalition.
May 31, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 31
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Hate Speech Laws Against Anti-Semitism Could Receive Coalition Backing
Labor Party is drafting laws against vilifying based on race, sexuality, gender, disability or religion.
May 28, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 28
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Pro-Palestinian Activists Remove ANU Encampment Amid Deadline
ANU said it has provided options for protests to continue in ways that are respectful and safe.
May 28, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 28
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
‘Jew Die’ Graffitied at Melbourne Jewish School
Politicians from both sides of politics have expressed concern. Victorian Police put out an appeal for witnesses on May 27.
May 27, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 27
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Hate Speech Laws Will Be Introduced to Parliament
This comes amid the words ‘Jew die’ being graffitied on a Jewish school.
May 26, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 26
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Victorian Premier Calls for End to ‘Reckless Behaviour’ at University Pro-Palestinian Camps
The students camping inside a learning building at the University of Melbourne are refusing to leave and organised a movie night and dinner on May 21.
May 21, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 21
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Melbourne University Issues Warning to Pro-Palestinian Student Encampment
In response, the protestors have issued a call for more people to join the rally.
May 20, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 20
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
More Shopping Mall Chaos: Two Teens Arrested After Brawling With Machetes
Mothers and children were seen fleeing from the shopping centre.
Apr 16, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Apr 16
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Australia News
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Jim Birchall
CCTV Upgrade to Curb Crime in Iconic Melbourne Street
The Argyle Square area which is often used by demonstrators to protest events like lockdowns can now be monitored effectively by police.
Mar 19, 2024
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Jim Birchall
Mar 19
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Climate Activists to be Charged After Blockade in Melbourne CBD
Extinction Rebellion has waged an ongoing campaign across Australia’s busiest areas in the name of climate change.
Mar 17, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Mar 17
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Australia News
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Jim Birchall
Council Votes Not to Remove Vandalised Statue of Colonial Figure
Yet the Randwick City Council’s own mayor said she supported the removal of statues that ’stand as a symbol and reminder of colonial oppression.’
Mar 13, 2024
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Jim Birchall
Mar 13
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Melbourne Council Considers Charging Big Car Drivers Higher Parking Fees
A notice of motion for the ‘dangers of oversized vehicles’ will be considered by the Yarra City Council on Tuesday.
Mar 10, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Mar 10
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Social Issues
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Rex Widerstrom
Melbourne Climate Protesters Sentenced to Prison for Blocking Traffic During Rush Hour
The Extinction Rebellion members parked a truck on the West Gate Bridge, causing a gridlock stretching 30 km across Melbourne.
Mar 05, 2024
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Rex Widerstrom
Mar 05
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Australia News
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Alfred Bui
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.
Mar 04, 2024
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Alfred Bui
Mar 04
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Australia News
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Henry Jom
‘Unviable’: Manufacturers Strain Under Weight of COVID Debt Levy
Victoria’s State Revenue Office has also been accused of inflating land valuations so the government can charge higher taxes.
Mar 04, 2024
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Henry Jom
Mar 04
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
8 Charged After Pro-Palestinian Activists Staged 12-Hour Stand-Off on Rooftop
The activists were seen wearing black clothing and masks on a roof at a defence company.
Feb 19, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Feb 19
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Thousands Rattled by 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Near Australian City
The 4.4 magnitude earthquake has been felt by more than 5,500 people.
Feb 08, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Feb 08
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Melbourne Council to Repair Heavily Damaged Statue of Colonial Explorer
Yet a separate statue of Captain Cook in another council area could be removed entirely.
Feb 08, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Feb 08
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Victorian Police Marching in LGBT Parade Pelted With Paintballs
Police are investigating the actions of 50 individuals who yelled abuse and attacked officers.
Feb 05, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Feb 05
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Yarra City Council Considers Not Repairing Heavily Damaged Captain Cook Statue
The statue was toppled and vandalised with red paint on the weekend.
Jan 29, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
Jan 29
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