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Extinction Rebellion protesters arrested as SA government plans drastic fine increase

Four Extinction Rebellion protesters have reportedly been arrested this morning.  (ABC News: Michael Clements)

The South Australian government is planning a severe crackdown on public demonstrations, as four climate change protesters were arrested this morning after allegedly throwing paint at the Santos building.

Police were called to the building in Adelaide's CBD about 8am, where the climate action movement group Extinction Rebellion began another day of protests.

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