The national secretary of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, Sally McManus, said the protests had been "hijacked".
"This protest has been called for, led and promoted by far right groups and anti-vax groups, there is a big overlap between the two at the moment unfortunately," she told the BC.
In yesterday's violence, CFMEU boss John Setka tried to calm the mob before retreating inside headquarters. He later said he believed the protest had been "hijacked" by "extreme organisations" opposed to Covid restrictions.
Oh no, the controlled opposition are losing control. Such a shame.
Oh no, the controlled opposition are losing control. Such a shame.