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Melbourne's protest was smaller than Sydney's, with just a few hundred people turning out for a rally that featured a giant koala bear emitting plumes of smoke, and protesters dressed as skeletons on bikes.
In Melbourne, some city residents and shopper confronted marchers in the 4,000-strong crowd as the rally made its way down LaTrobe Street in the city.
One officer was injured as he was allegedly dragged on to the road by a protestor, revealed Deputy NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon.
If you have something you want to promote, you will need to have been an active member of the community.
Police were patrolling the Brisbane crowd.
And then go about your day.