Anti-war activists plan a large protest at a controversial weapons conference in Perth. Organisers say the rally is intended to oppose the event, which draws attention for its links to weapons-related industries.
Both outlets note that protest planning includes assurances that there will not be a repeat of violence that occurred at a similar expo in Melbourne in 2024. The Perth event is described as controversial, and the upcoming demonstration is framed around preventing disruptions and addressing concerns about safety.
While both sources agree on the expected protest and the reference to the Melbourne incident, they focus primarily on the protesters’ messaging and the expectation of crowd presence rather than providing details on police or event organisers’ positions. No further specifics are provided in the shared excerpts about the expo’s participants, security arrangements, or the size of the planned gathering.
