Palestine protest erupts at Melbourne Cup

Pro-Palestine activists have clashed with cops outside Flemington Racecourse after staging a protest near an entrance to the Melbourne Cup.

Dramatic vision from the scene showed at least one vehicle and dozens of activists blocking a road while police and other crews attempted to tow a vehicle.

The demonstration began at 11am and “approximately 100 pro-Palestine protesters” attended, according to Victoria Police. 

Activists could be heard chanting “free Palestine” and “ceasefire now”.