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Melbourne city guide: Best things to do and where to stay in Australia’s free-spirited capital of cool
1 year, 3 months ago

Melbourne city guide: Best things to do and where to stay in Australia’s free-spirited capital of cool

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Best time to visit open image in gallery Flinders Street Station, one of the city’s most famous landmarks March and …

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Federation Square axed as Women's World Cup live site after chaos during Matildas game
1 year, 4 months ago

Federation Square axed as Women's World Cup live site after chaos during Matildas game

ABC  

Melbourne's Federation Square has been axed as a live site for the remainder of the Women's World Cup after dozens of flares were let off among a crowd at maximum capacity during Wednesday night's semifinal. Key points: Flares were thrown above the crowds above Federation Square on Wednesday There was 12,000 punters in attendance, 2,000 more than capacity Games will …

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Dan Andrews gives 12,000 Matildas World Cup fans some incredible news just days after being slammed for tweet about Australia's football heroes
1 year, 4 months ago

Dan Andrews gives 12,000 Matildas World Cup fans some incredible news just days after being slammed for tweet about Australia's football heroes

Daily Mail  

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has given thousands of Matildas fans a huge boost ahead of the side's World Cup quarterfinal against France by letting them watch the match on the big screen at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena. Football fans who want to see the Matildas vs France game with a bit of atmosphere now have an ideal venue to catch …

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‘Zero-Tolerance for Violence’: Aus MP Slams Khalistan-Backed Attacks on Hindu Temples
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Zero-Tolerance for Violence’: Aus MP Slams Khalistan-Backed Attacks on Hindu Temples

News 18  

Australia’s shadow minister for housing Michael Sukkar on Friday said Australia has zero tolerance for violence and condemned the recent vandalisation of Hindu temples in the country. Towards the beginning of 2023, the Indian diaspora and Hindus living in Australia were targeted by Khalistani separatists who defaced three temples in Melbourne and then attacked Indians in the city’s Federation Square. …

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Victoria police arrest 3 for attacking Indians during Khalistani referendum in Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Victoria police arrest 3 for attacking Indians during Khalistani referendum in Australia

Op India  

On March 30, Melbourne East Neighbourhood Policing Team reported that they have arrested three pro-Khalistani men concerning an alleged affray at Federation Square during the so-called Khalistan Referendum voting in Melbourne in January. Prime Minister Modi raised the issue during the Australian PM’s visit On March 10, during Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

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Australia: Victoria police initiate action against Khalistanis after PM Modi raised the issue
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia: Victoria police initiate action against Khalistanis after PM Modi raised the issue

Op India  

Two months after sword-wielding Khalistanis attacked the Indian community at Federation Square in Melbourne, the Victoria police woke up from their deep slumber and sought public help in identifying the attackers. “Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate an affray at the Khalistan Referendum at Federation Square on 29 Jan. Police have released images of six …

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Khalistan Referendum: Victoria Police Releases Photos of ‘Activists’ who Attacked Indians in Melbourne
1 year, 9 months ago

Khalistan Referendum: Victoria Police Releases Photos of ‘Activists’ who Attacked Indians in Melbourne

News 18  

Law enforcement officials in Australia’s Victoria state on Monday identified miscreants who damaged public property, burnt India’s national flag and clashed with other activists in January in the city’s Federation Square area. “Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate an affray at the Khalistan Referendum at Federation Square on 29 Jan. Police have released images of …

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Socceroos fan burned by flare at Federation Square World Cup party reveals friend almost lost an eye
2 years, 1 month ago

Socceroos fan burned by flare at Federation Square World Cup party reveals friend almost lost an eye

Daily Mail  

Socceroos fans have revealed the horrific injuries caused by flares thrown by reckless supporters at Federation Square during the World Cup, including a young man who was struck in the eye. Around 15,000 people crammed into the centre of Melbourne to watch Australia take on Argentina in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup on Sunday morning. Socceroos …

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Chaos at Federation Square as police PEPPER SPRAY Socceroos fans
2 years, 1 month ago

Chaos at Federation Square as police PEPPER SPRAY Socceroos fans

Daily Mail  

There was chaos at Federation Square on Sunday morning as fans attempted to catch a glimpse of the Socceroos' clash with Argentina, with police allegedly launching pepper spray at supporters. Approximately half an hour before the big game kicked off in Qatar, Federation Square's Twitter account announced that the venue had reached its 8,000-spectator capacity advised fans to walk to …

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Socceroo Mat Ryan breaks Graham Arnold's rule after Australia's World Cup win over Denmark in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Socceroo Mat Ryan breaks Graham Arnold's rule after Australia's World Cup win over Denmark in Qatar

Daily Mail  

Mat Ryan hadn't been on social media yet but admitted teammates saw footage Strict rules appears to have been broken after historic 1-0 win against Denmark Socceroos captain Mathew Ryan has hinted he is going to break one of coach Graham Arnold's strict rules after the team progressed to the final 16 of the World Cup, sparking wild celebrations back …

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Aussies celebrate across the country as Socceroos make history in Denmark World Cup win Leckie goal
2 years, 1 month ago

Aussies celebrate across the country as Socceroos make history in Denmark World Cup win Leckie goal

Daily Mail  

Socceroos fans have launched into wild celebrations across the the country as Graham Arnold's underdog team made history with their World Cup win over Denmark. The party has well and truly started across Australia after their victory over Denmark A number of fans spilled out onto George Street in Sydney and let a flare off on Thursday Fans gather and …

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Neighbours fans rug up as they gather at Federation Square in Melbourne to watch soap's finale
2 years, 5 months ago

Neighbours fans rug up as they gather at Federation Square in Melbourne to watch soap's finale

Daily Mail  

The Neighbours finale aired in Australia on Thursday night. And hundreds of fans of the beloved iconic soap gathered at Federation Square in Melbourne to say goodbye to the show. Neighbours fans rugged up as they gathered at Federation Square in Melbourne to watch the beloved iconic Australian soap's finale Fans held posters and clapped as they watched the final …

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