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Hundreds Arrested, Fined During Australia Lockdown Protests

Protesters confront police officers in Melbourne, on Aug. 21. 

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Sydney (AP) -- More than 250 people who were protesting coronavirus lockdowns in Australia were arrested Saturday and many faced fines for defying health orders, authorities said.