Direct action halts construction at the James Price Point “Save the Kimberley” blockade

Flowerpower — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:54:49 +0000

A convoy of Woodside vehicles working on the James Point Price gas hub construction site have been held up for over two days starting on August 26th by the community the “Save the Kimberly’s” blockade in Broome, Western Australia. Four protestors have been arrested for standing on the road and also do a number of fairly spectacular lock on actions on heavy vehicles. The campaign against the $30 billion gas hub is gaining momentum both on the blockade site and nationally in an effort to protect the landrights of the traditional owners and the unspoilt beauty of the Kimberley.
Related: Campaign Website -- Facebook page -- John Butler opinion piece -- Youtube footage of action -- Earlier mass arrests action -- Melbourne Rally

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Save the Kimberly's blockade update: police violence and 25 arrests

Anonymous — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 06:10:19 +0000

Before first light the police arrived in force. There have been 25 arrests today. Around 100 campers were woken by police. At least 70 Police ahead of a huge convoy of Browse Joint Venture vehicles including bulldozers and other heavy machinery approached the camp. In the pre-dawn 7 Police cars were at first held up. After some discussion the police vehicles were allowed through – just like all tourists and local vehicles have been for 30 days (without the friendly wave and well wishes that were customary).

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