Anti-racist activists outnumber racists in Melbourne

July 1, 2016
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On June 26, Hundreds of people rallied against racism in Melbourne on June 26.

Far-right groups True Blue Crew and United Patriot Front organised an Australian National Flag Solidarity Walk at Parliament House in Melbourne that attracted about 50 people.

In response Campaign Against Racism and Fascism organised a counter-rally also at Parliament House, which was attended by 200 to 300 protesters, easily outnumbering the far right. The counter-rally occupied the space between police lines and prevented the United Patriots and True Blue Crew from rallying outside Parliament.

A victory march went through the city after the UPF went home.

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