Tens of thousands turn out for March in May to protest against Abbott Government’s budget

March in May protesters in Melbourne. Source: News Corp Australia

Tens of thousands of people have gathered all over the country to protest against the Abbott Government’s first federal budget.

The March in May protests have seen people express their anger and despair over initiatives announced by the government in Tuesday’s budget.

Protesters have converged in central areas in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth to unite against the Abbott Government on issues including healthcare cuts, education cuts, treatment of refugees, the environment, pensions and more.

March in May protesters in Sydney. Picture: Michael Browning Source: NewsComAu

There was estimated to be more than 10,000 protesters in the Sydney event, which started at Belmore Park near Central and made its way down George Street towards Victoria Park near Broadway. Singer Sarah Blasko performed two songs at the rally.