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Are there riots in Melbourne?

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Violent clashes between rival protest groups have erupted in Melbourne, leading to chaos, police intervention, and significant unrest.

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Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies

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  • Two large protests in Melbourne clashed over immigration policy.
  • The 'March for Australia' group marched under an anti-immigration banner. 37s
  • Counter-protesters accused the marchers of racism and confronted them. 42s
  • Police resources were heavily stretched as violence erupted, including eggs thrown and flags burned. 52s
  • Despite police and political pleas, the protests did not remain peaceful. 1m 52s
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Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies
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Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies

Two protests shut down the city as thousands marched for opposing beliefs, resulting in chaos and violence.

Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies
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3 days ago
Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies

Police resources were stretched to the limit as officers struggled to contain the unrest, with eggs thrown and flags burned.

Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies
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Rival protestors clash in violent Melbourne rallies

The two groups came close to all-out war, with heated confrontations and no peaceful protest in sight.

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