Stronger anti-vilification laws to be introduced to Vic Parliament after pro-Palestine protesters disrupt Myer Christmas Windows celebration
A fierce response to pro-Palestine protesters planning to disrupt the unveiling of the Myer Christmas Windows has prompted the Victorian government to announce it will strengthen anti-vilification laws to enhance social cohesion and give police more power to manage demonstrations.
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Pro-Palestine protesters force Myer to cancel Christmas window event
Myer has been forced to cancel the annual unveiling of its Christmas window display in Melbourne's Bourke Street mall. A planned protest from Pro-Palestine advocates has required the retail store to scrap the tradition for this year’s festivities.
Myer cancels unveiling of Christmas windows in response to planned pro-Palestinian protest
The official unveiling of Myer's Christmas windows on Bourke Street this Sunday will not go ahead after a protest was organised to disrupt the event.
Myer cancels Christmas window reveal in Melbourne amid concerns event will be hijacked by pro-Palestine protesters
Pro-Palestine demonstrators have been told to "leave Christmas alone" after Myer was forced to cancel an almost seven-decade-long tradition over protest fears.
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