Minns won't block pro-Palestinian October 7 vigils as leaders condemn the timing
The Guardian reported that Australian leaders condemned pro-Palestine vigils planned for the October 7 anniversary, which coincide with Jewish commemorations of the 2023 Hamas attack. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that NSW Premier Chris Minns will not block what critics called 'heartless' events. The Age ran a retrospective on how October 7 changed Israel, Gaza and Australia.
Similar events in earlier years caused conflict over policing and the line between protest and mourning.
Expect a heavy police presence near some city events on Wednesday.
Protest is lawful and a premier should not ban it on a date.
Holding rallies on the anniversary of an attack that killed civilians is insensitive, and the Jewish community should be allowed to mourn in peace.
Watch the police conditions on Wednesday and whether any event moves.
DailyDrop Australia edition No. 2 · Morning · TUE., OCT. 6, 2026