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'He's got to go': union takes hardline on protest right

'He's got to go': union takes hardline on protest right

A left-wing union has taken aim at NSW's Labor premier as he also fields discontent from his backbench over moves to curb some protest movements in the state.

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

Australian peacekeepers safe as security reviewed

The Australian Defence Force constantly reviews the safety of its personnel in the Middle East after reports United Nations peacekeepers have been targeted.

Protesters defiant as more Aussies return from Lebanon

Protesters defiant as more Aussies return from Lebanon

Protesters defiant as more Aussies return from Lebanon

Protesters defiant as more Aussies return from Lebanon

Protesters are ready to fight police again over a sign attacking Israel as more Australians evacuated out of Lebanon arrive home.

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Duo admit putting up 'troubling' anti-Israel posters

Duo admit putting up 'troubling' anti-Israel posters

The content of anti-Israel posters that were plastered on walls during a protest could be considered offensive by some in the community, a magistrate says.

'Lucky' Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home

'Lucky' Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home

Australians have touched down at home after fleeing Israel's escalating bombardment and invasion of Lebanon.

'We did not ask for this war': Jewish community gathers

'We did not ask for this war': Jewish community gathers

The October 7 Hamas attack marked the beginning of a painful chapter for Israel, members of the Jewish community have been told at a solemn candlelight vigil.

Defiant pro-Palestine supporters vow to keep rallying

Defiant pro-Palestine supporters vow to keep rallying

Pro-Palestine supporters have rallied across Australia on the eve of the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel - and vowed to continue.

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Anniversary protests to 'set back' Gaza cause, PM says

Anniversary protests to 'set back' Gaza cause, PM says

Anniversary protests to 'set back' Gaza cause, PM says

Anniversary protests to 'set back' Gaza cause, PM says

As the Israeli community prepares to commemorate a day of deaths not seen since the Holocaust, political leaders are discouraging planned pro-Palestine vigils.

Police go-ahead for contentious pro-Palestine rally

Police go-ahead for contentious pro-Palestine rally

Police go-ahead for contentious pro-Palestine rally

Police go-ahead for contentious pro-Palestine rally

Police and pro-Palestine protesters have reached agreement allowing a rally to go ahead in Sydney over the weekend, after the dispute reached the Supreme Court.

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists are in the sights of Victoria Police following their involvement in clashes outside a major weapons expo in Melbourne.

Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally

Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally

Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally

Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally

Attendees at an inner-city pro-Palestine rally have waved Hezbollah flags, prompting the a referral to the federal police.

Thousands of tradies down tools, march in CFMEU support

Thousands of tradies down tools, march in CFMEU support

Thousands of tradies down tools, march in CFMEU support

Thousands of tradies down tools, march in CFMEU support

Thousands of construction workers have turned out in mass rallies to support the CFMEU as the government promises to crack down on bikie infiltration.

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Anti-war activists returned to the streets of Melbourne as political leaders slammed their roles in violent scuffles that broke out with police.

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Top cop slams 'hypocrite' activists after violent rally

Dozens of police and protesters have been injured in violent scenes outside a weapons convention in Melbourne with missiles thrown and rubber bullets fired.

'Flock off': furious farmers fume over sheep export ban

Furious farmers have flocked to Parliament House to rail against a live sheep export ban, with truckies and cockies making their voices heard.

'Not going away': nurses, midwives demand wage increase

Nurses and midwives are on a collision course with the NSW government, as both sides dig in and pay negotiations threaten to get uglier.

Victoria spends $15 million to police anti-war protest

A Victorian MP will skip parliament to join a major anti-war protest, which the state's treasurer has confirmed will cost up to $15 million to police.

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Israeli labour strike to push for Gaza hostage deal

Israel's biggest union has launched a general strike to pressure the Netanyahu government into agreeing to a ceasefire deal to bring hostages in Gaza home.

Protests rage in Indonesia over political manoeuvres

Anger at outgoing President Joko Widodo has continued in Indonesia, even after MPs ditched a bill that would strengthen his influence after he leaves office.

Call for 90-day detention cap to end asylum 'cruelty'

Asylum-seeker advocates say a proposal to cap immigration detention at 90 days would be the first step to addressing Australia's 'crisis of detention'.

Protests sweep India over rape and murder of doctor

Women have marched across India in their hundreds of thousands as outrage and the demand for justice grew following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor.

Bangladesh’s parliament dissolved after PM resigns

Bangladesh's president has dissolved parliament, paving the way for new elections after prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country amid violent unrest.

Bangladesh PM Hasina quits amid widening unrest

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country as protesters stormed her official residence, ending her 15 years in power.

UK PM to hold emergency meeting as riots intensify

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will hold an urgent meeting with senior police as he seeks to end days of violent anti-immigration protests.

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