Newcastle, NSW – The Port of Newcastle became the latest battleground for climate zealots on Saturday, as three reckless protestors were arrested for endangering lives and disrupting critical shipping operations. But instead of facing swift consequences, the “catch and release” approach to justice struck again, sending a troubling message to would-be lawbreakers.
Around 1:45 PM, police from the Marine Area Command issued safety directives to protestors dangerously wading in the shipping channel. When two men, aged 27 and 59, and a 26-year-old woman ignored these warnings, they were hauled off to Newcastle Police Station and charged with failing to comply with safety directions. Shockingly, all three were granted conditional bail, free to walk the streets until their court date on January 13, 2025.
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