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  • Arrests mar Packer's memorial service

    02/17/2006 12:26:09 AM PST · by Aussie Dasher · 8 replies · 219+ views
    Herald Sun ^ | 17 February 2006
    SIX people have been arrested while protesting outside a state memorial service at Sydney's Opera House honouring late media mogul Kerry Packer. The four men and two women were part of a small group calling themselves the Kerry Packer Dis-memorial Collective gathered outside the Opera House to protest against the taxpayer-funded service. The six, whose ages are unknown, were arrested for refusing police directions to leave, and will be taken to Surry Hills police station for processing. One of the six was also arrested for hindering police. The remaining protesters then dispersed as guests arrived. Security is tight around the...