Pro-Palestinian Activists Call Off Christmas Window Protest After Myer Cancels Event

Published on November 15, 2024

Retail giant Myer has cancelled its annual Christmas window unveiling in Melbourne following threats from pro-Palestinian protesters, who later called off their planned rally. A representative of the activist group Disrupt Wars said the “Crash the Christmas Windows” action scheduled for Nov. 17 would no longer proceed in light of Myer’s cancellation. Myer’s decision to cancel the celebration came after Disrupt Wars encouraged supporters to disrupt the event. Held annually in Melbourne’s busy Bourke Street Mall, the Christmas event draws large crowds, with families from across Victoria coming to enjoy the Christmas Windows display. While the windows will still be decorated, Myer chose to cancel the unveiling ceremony and associated festivities out of concern for public safety....

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