CFMEU Rally, Naarm

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 27, 2024: Protesters gather in Melbourne’s central business district for a rally organized by the CFMEU (Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union), raising their fists and displaying signs in a show of solidarity for workers’ rights and improved working conditions. The demonstration brought together a diverse crowd, filling the streets with energy and unity. As the rally unfolded, Melbourne’s iconic skyline, featuring high-rise buildings and construction cranes, stood as a backdrop, highlighting the city’s ongoing development and the intersection of urban growth and workers’ advocacy.

Photographs: Tamati Smith