Thousands of protesters in Melbourne have gathered, chanting 'freedom', blocking streets, and prompting a huge police response. People are being arrested. Follow our live coverage: https://newscomau.org/AntiLockdownProtests | News.com.au

Tensions exploded in Melbourne as anti-immigration demonstrators and counter-protesters faced off in violent scenes across the city. Victoria Police used pepper spray and batons to control the unrest after officers were struck by rocks, bottles, and other projectiles. Two police officers were hospitalised — one with a suspected broken hand and another with a leg injury — as crowds clashed in the heart of the CBD. Police Commander Wayne Cheeseman said the force was “sick” of disruptive demonstrat