Invasion Day protests see large numbers gather across Australia's capital cities

Invasion Day protests see tens of thousands of people turn out in Australia's capital cities to participate in solidarity and mourning on Australia Day. The biggest rally was held in Melbourne, where the crowd gathered on the steps of Parliament House and demanded a change to the date. Victoria’s Opposition copped heavy criticism for withdrawing support from a political treaty process. Speeches continued for over two hours as solidarity was drawn with Palestinians in Gaza. Politicians were also called upon to visit the families of Indigenous victims who died while in custody.