Multiple arrests are being made as part of the pre-planned operation to remove protesters from Parliament.
Police have been descending on Parliament from early this morning on day 23 of the occupation and have also begun towing vehicles.
They say they have gained significant ground this morning across the occupation.
Police have asked the public and commuters to avoid the area near Parliament and say they will continue to help those who want to leave the grounds to do so safely.
Hill Street is closed, and many surrounding streets to the protest have been blocked.
Protesters have reacted by throwing cones at police.
And police staff in and around the protest area have sighted protesters in possession of various weapons. These include homemade plywood shields and pitchforks.
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1 comment
My 2c...
Posted on 02-03-2022 18:53 | By morepork
If somebody would seriously consider using a pitchfork against cops, who carry no lethal weapons, then such person SHOULD be arrested. By all means, have strong convictions and express them under the Freedom you enjoy that was earned by the blood of our forebears. But don't show such disrespect/cowardice and think that it will draw people to your cause.
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