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Posted by David Sexton
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1 September, 2025
POLICE have arrested 18 demonstrators following a protest at Webb Dock on Monday (1 September) that disrupted logistics operations in the Melbourne port precinct.
According to Victoria Police, a group of around 60 people attended Webb Dock Drive around midday, handcuffing themselves to fences and concrete bollards, blocking the roadway and access to commercial sites (notably Victoria International Container Terminal).
"Police were forced to move the protesters failing to adhere to the move on direction and they were subsequently arrested," a Victoria Police statement read.
"All 18 people have been charged with offences including intentionally obstruct police officer, obstruct police officer and obstruction of road."
All have been bailed to appear in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 15 December.
The protesters were targeting Victoria International Container Terminal who they say has supported Israeli shipping companies.
"Victoria Police respects the right for people to protest lawfully however we expect that they do so peacefully without impacting the broader community," the Victoria Police statement concluded.
