Thousands also converged on one of Melbourne's most popular tourist destinations, souring Christmas celebrations and turning St Kilda's foreshore into a tip.
Beach chaos mars Christmas celebrations

Around 5,000 people took over Saint Kilda Beach from families who had gathered for Christmas lunches, leaving piles of rubbish and broken bottles. Source: AAP
Police have defended the use of force following rowdy scenes at an unauthorised beach party in Sydney.
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