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Activist membership application rejected after banner incident at press club address
A membership application from an activist who purchased a ticket to a June 17 event was rejected after a banner was lowered onstage. Police have interviewed staff as part of an ongoing investigation but have not filed charges.
Jul 7, 3:00 PM·1m read1 source
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An activist who purchased a ticket to a June 17 address at the National Press Club had a membership application rejected after a banner was lowered onstage during the event. ” The club’s chief executive said staff members have been interviewed by police and that the organization is waiting for a repair quote before deciding on next steps.
Police investigation Police said the inquiry remains active and includes examination by forensics officers. No charges have been filed, and a police statement asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. The activist declined to comment when reached this week.
Additional coverage The same report noted that no state ministers from Victoria plan to attend the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. A state government spokesperson confirmed the decision, citing prior compensation payments of $380 million related to the canceled hosting agreement.
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