PROTESTORS targeted a key intersection in the suburb of Fishermans Bend, Melbourne on Wednesday morning, making known their opposition to any trade with Israel.
According to Victoria Police, it was alleged about 10 people blocked the intersection of Lorimer and Salmon streets from about 8.50am, resulting in several arrests.
As observed by DCN, a car on the road at the intersection was seemingly parked in such a way as to obstruct traffic while rocks were placed on the road to replicate the rubble of Gaza.
Several protesters were in the area including one who remained locked in the vehicle.
A press release from a group calling itself Whistleblowers, Activists and Communities Alliance (WACA) indicated a target of the protest was technology company Elbit Systems.
The activists say they will continue to blockade the flow of goods from Australia to Israel.
A spokesperson for Victoria Police said Melbourne West Crime Investigation Unit detectives charged nine people following the protest.
Two women, a 32-year-old from Reservoir and 55-year-old from Coburg, were charged with public nuisance and obstruction of road.
Image: David Sexton / DCN
Seven people were charged with obstruct police, public nuisance and obstruction of road, including:
They have each been bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 31 March 2026.
“Victoria Police respect the right for individuals to protest peacefully however, we will not tolerate those who intentionally block roads,” the spokesperson said.
Sources from the freight community indicated minimal impact on the movement of goods.