Protesters clash with police as Morrison attends industry lunch in Perth
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Protesters have clashed with police outside a lunch attended by Prime Minister Scott Morrison in Perth on Wednesday.
The group of about 40 activists were surrounded by a heavy police presence as they protested several issues including the governmentâs response to climate change and its treatment of women.
However, no arrests have been made.
The lunch, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA at the State Reception Centre in Kings Park, was part of Mr Morrisonâs first visit to the state since October 2019.
Protesters clash with police as Morrison attends industry lunch in Perth
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