NSW: Protesters storm Howard tree planting ceremony=2

AAP General News (Australia)
04-07-2000
NSW: Protesters storm Howard tree planting ceremony=2

The protester was arrested after kissing a police officer whilst trying to force his
way through the police barricade.

Meanwhile, Mr Howard barely acknowledged the protesters and proceeded to plant a tree
in the Corridor of Oaks.

His one concession to their presence was when he acknowledged "those who have temporarily
visited us".

As a local school band played the Australian anthem the protesters shouted "Shame Howard
Shame", "Justice Yes, Racism No" and "Mandatory Sentencing Has to Go".

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KEYWORD: HOWARD PROTEST 2 SYDNEY

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