Overview
- Organisers said about 30,000 marched in Sydney as part of 27 rallies nationwide, while NSW Police estimated roughly 8,000 in Sydney.
- The NSW Court of Appeal’s prohibition on gathering at the Opera House remained in force, with fenced steps, harbour patrols and officers blocking access.
- Organisers said protests will shift to a monthly cadence despite the ceasefire; police reported no arrests as the Sydney march moved from Hyde Park to Belmore Park.
- Speakers included Australians recently released after Israel intercepted a Gaza‑bound flotilla, who alleged mistreatment in detention.
- Around a dozen pro‑Israel boats displaying Australian and Israeli flags cruised near Luna Park on Sydney Harbour as the street rallies proceeded.