Violent clashes broke out outside a One Nation fundraising event in Queensland on Saturday, as Labor warned that opposition parties would plunge the country into chaos if elected.
Protesters and police clash
Dozens of protesters gathered outside the venue in Brisbane, with some throwing objects and scuffling with police. Officers in riot gear were deployed to control the crowd, and several arrests were made. The protest was organized by anti-racism groups who condemned One Nation's policies.
Labor's warning
Speaking at a separate event, Labor leader Anthony Albanese said the scenes were a sign of what Australia would face under a Coalition government propped up by One Nation. "The opposition parties will give us chaos," he said. "We need stability, not division."
One Nation's response
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson defended the event, saying her party had a right to hold fundraisers without intimidation. "These violent protesters are trying to silence Australians," she said. "We will not be bullied."
Political reactions
The Greens called for an investigation into the police response, while the Coalition urged calm and condemned violence from all sides. The incident has reignited debate about political polarisation in Australia.
