Clashes at anti-Islam rallies in Australia

Ten Australians have been arrested in nationwide protests involving both anti-Islam and anti-racism groups. Six people were arrested after clashes broke out at Melton on Melbourne’s outskirts on Sunday. Police also subdued a seventh man, 29, with capsicum spray after he allegedly punched a horse. The anti-racism protester is expected to face charges. Three men […]

Ten Australians have been arrested in nationwide protests involving both anti-Islam and anti-racism groups.
Six people were arrested after clashes broke out at Melton on Melbourne’s outskirts on Sunday.
Police also subdued a seventh man, 29, with capsicum spray after he allegedly punched a horse. The anti-racism protester is expected to face charges. Three men were arrested during separate protests in the states of Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia.
The men, aged 36, 48 and 64 respectively, were detained in Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane for alleged offences including damaging a memorial, affray and public nuisance.
Rallies were also held in Canberra, Perth and Hobart, but police said no incidents were recorded. Darwin Police said no rallies were held in the Northern Territory.