Sydney Takes a Stand: 90,000 Protest Against Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Despite Worst Fears and Weather.

A massive 90,000 people braved heavy rain to protest against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza on Sydney's Harbour Bridge. The demonstration was not against the Jewish community, but rather a show of solidarity against the deteriorating disaster in Gaza. Despite initial concerns from NSW Police and Premier Chris Minns, the protest was allowed to go ahead, with many ordinary Sydneysiders joining to plead for humanity.

A massive demonstration on Sydney's iconic Harbour Bridge saw tens of thousands of people braving heavy rain to voice their support for Gaza and demand humanitarian aid. The protest, organized under the banner of the 'March for Humanity,' drew a diverse crowd including families with young children, the elderly, and prominent figures such as Wikileaks founder Julian Assange and former foreign minister Bob Carr.

The march, which began at 1 p.m. local time, saw demonstrators cross the 1.1-kilometer bridge and back again, raising concerns among authorities about a potential crowd crush. Despite the heavy rainfall that caused flooding in other parts of the state, protesters remained orderly and carried Palestinian flags, banners, and signs, dressed for wet weather [2].

The protest was not against the Jewish community but rather a show of solidarity against the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The United Nations World Food Program has warned that Gaza's population of more than 2 million people faces crisis levels of food insecurity, with scores of aid groups reporting widespread starvation [2].

NSW Police initially sought to block the march, arguing that there was not enough time to plan for it and warning of potential crowd crushes and huge disruptions. However, the NSW Supreme Court ruled on Saturday that the march could go ahead [2].

The protest comes amidst mounting diplomatic pressure on Israel to address the humanitarian crisis. France, Canada, and the United Kingdom have announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state, and Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed support for a two-state solution but has not yet recognized Palestine [1].

The demonstration underscored the growing public concern and demand for action to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Despite the heavy rain and initial concerns from authorities, the protest remained largely peaceful, highlighting the determination of the protesters to raise awareness and advocate for change.

References:
[1] https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/tens-thousands-join-pro-palestinian-march-over-sydney-harbour-bridge-2025-08-03/
[2] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-08-03/tens-of-thousands-march-on-sydney-harbour-bridge-to-support-gaza