Thousands rally across Australia in support of abortion rights

US ABORTION RIGHTS RALLY SYDNEY

Demonstrators hold placards and signs during a rally in support of abortion rights at Sydney Town Hall. Source: AAP / DEAN LEWINS/AAPIMAGE

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The protests were a show of solidarity with American women, but organisers also want to raise awareness of the difficulties encountered in Australia for those seeking pregnancy termination.

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