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More than 130 people have indicated via social media they are attending a protest event in solidarity with First Nations People on Australia Day in Lismore.
According to social media, the Invasion and Survival Day Rally will commence at 10am at Spinks Park near the Environment Centre on Molesworth St Lismore on January 26.
It is understood a march will begin at noon, however, a route has not been publicly announced.
Richmond Police District Inspector David Vandergriend said they had not received any formal notification of the event as of Thursday, January 21.
He said these events require permits with seven days notification including a Form One to make this a valid lawful assembly.
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