Thousands rally against immigration, with neo-Nazis taking the spotlight

A wave of nation-wide anti-immigration rallies have swept Australia's capital cities, with thousands joining marches and clashing with police and counter-protesters across the country. Organisers say the events were calling for an end to what they consider "mass migration" into Australia, while neo-Nazi groups infiltrated a number of the events to stir up chaos.

Protesters during anti-immigration rally, in Melbourne, Sunday, August 31, 2025. March for Australia movement held an anti-immigration rally across Australia and are expected to go up against planned Pro-Palestinian protests at the same time. (AAP Image/Michael Currie) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / MICHAEL CURRIE/AAPIMAGE