One Nation has been forced to relocate a planned fundraising event in Melbourne after the original venue decided not to host it due to anticipated protest activity. The event, which was scheduled to feature One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce, will now take place at an undisclosed location.
Venue Cancellation
A spokesperson for One Nation confirmed to Guardian Australia on Friday that the fundraiser would be moved from Giorgio Casa, a bistro in Moonee Ponds. The decision came after Victoria Police expressed concerns about potential protest activity at the event. The spokesperson stated that the event was sold out but declined to provide specific attendance numbers.
Victoria Police, however, noted that officers were not aware of any specific threats against the event and emphasized that the decision to cancel was made solely by the venue.
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