Largest Sydney Harbour Bridge March Protests Gaza Genocide

On August 3, 2025, Sydney witnessed a historic and massive pro-Palestinian protest as between 90,000 and 300,000 people marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to demand an end to Israel's actions in Gaza, marking the largest such demonstration in Australia's history. Despite heavy rain, government opposition, and an initial police ban overturned by a Supreme Court ruling, the peaceful protest brought together diverse groups including journalists, activists like Julian Assange, unions, religious organizations, and citizens from across the country, symbolizing a significant shift in public conscience. The protest, described as monumental and historic by organizers, was met with concern from police about crowd safety, yet no major incidents occurred. The event highlighted widespread revulsion among Australians toward the ongoing conflict and their government's complicity, as well as a call for urgent humanitarian aid, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong announcing increased Australian aid for Gaza following the rally. This demonstration was the largest in Sydney since the Iraq War protests two decades earlier, underscoring its scale and impact. The march not only expressed solidarity with Gaza's civilians but also reflected a broader societal unity and resolve for change.