"Controversy Erupts at National Press Club as GetUp Claims Responsibility for Protest Incident A high-profile protest incident at the National Press Club has sparked a heated debate, with activist group GetUp taking credit for the stunt. During a speech by One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, a protester interrupted her address, prompting an investigation by the Australian Federal Police. GetUp has released a statement claiming responsibility, citing the need for 'honesty' on the occasion, but the National Press Club has denied any involvement by its staff. The incident has raised questions about the limits of free speech and the role of activist groups in shaping public discourse. Will the investigation shed light on the motivations behind the protest, or will it remain a contentious issue?"
Activist group GetUp claims responsibility for incident, saying ‘we thought the occasion deserved some honesty’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian federal police is investigating a protest incident during Pauline Hanson’s speech at the National Press Club after political activist group GetUp claimed responsibility for the stunt.In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, the National Press Club said it had referred the incident to police after concluding none of its own staff were involved. Continue reading...
