More than 80 people have been arrested during a police operation in Newcastle today.
As of 4pm (Sunday 26 November 2023), the Form 1 relating to an authorised assembly in the Port of Newcastle expired.
Police will allege in court that a number of protesters purposely entered the harbour channel after this time despite appropriate warnings and directions by police.
Subsequently, more than 80 persons were arrested and are currently being processed by police. No injuries were reported during the arrest phase.
As of 5.30pm, all persons were removed from the harbour and normal harbour functions have recommenced.
Due to the number of persons arrested, it is anticipated that any charging processes will take some time.
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