Thousands Join Anti-Immigration Rallies Across Australian Capitals Led by Far-Right Groups

The recent 'March for Australia' anti-immigration rallies held across Australian cities have sparked widespread condemnation due to the prominent involvement of neo-Nazi groups and far-right figures, despite some attendees expressing genuine concerns about housing and cost of living. The rallies, initially described as anti-immigration protests, were revealed to be largely driven by racist and extremist agendas, with neo-Nazi groups like the National Socialist Network providing leadership and engaging in violent actions, including attacks on Indigenous protest sites. Political leaders including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Minister for Multicultural Affairs Anne Aly have criticized the events as attempts by far-right extremists to sow division and exploit legitimate social concerns for racist propaganda. Experts warn that misinformation and conspiracy theories around immigration and social issues are being used by extremists to recruit and radicalize ordinary Australians, emphasizing the need for measured public debate to counteract these influences. The disruptions at official events by neo-Nazi leaders further highlight attempts to insert extremist presence into democratic processes, raising alarm across multicultural communities. These developments have ignited calls for vigilance against the normalization of hate-driven movements masquerading as legitimate protest.