Hundreds march on Pine Gap in secretive site's biggest protest in decades
About 300 protesters demonstrated Monday at Pine Gap, Australia's joint US defence facility in Alice Springs, marking the largest rally at the secretive intelligence base since 1987. Arrernte traditional owners delivered a letter demanding land return and access to sacred sites within the facility. Activists called for Pine Gap's closure, citing concerns over US military operations and international law violations.
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Published 20 Jul 2026, 10:47 UTC · Updated 20 Jul 2026, 11:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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