17th November 2006

Media Alert

Three People Arrested yesterday in Weld Valley. Protests set to continue.

"Three people have been arrested in yesterday's community walk in at the Weld Valley. 50 community members conducted a walk in to the area where tree sitters remain, whilst roading operations have commenced and are destroying ancient forest. Three local Huon Valley residents were arrested, including mother and daughter, Lew Geraghty, Gunns 20 defendant and Anita Harrison. Also arrested was Rob Sheehan. Tree sitters remain in the forest," Spokesperson Jenny Weber said.