Thousands protest in Melbourne over COVID-19 vaccines and pandemic bill

Over 1000 people have marched down Bourke Street towards Melbourne's Parliament House to protest against the state's vaccine mandates and a proposed COVID-19 pandemic bill.

At times, protesters shouted "free Victoria" and "sack Dan Andrews" as they marched.

Many are displaying anger over the proposed bill that would allow COVID-19 rules to remain during global pandemics, rather than relying on state emergency powers.

Thousands of protesters have gathered in front of the State Library in Melbourne. People appear to be protesting against the state's vaccine mandates and proposed COVID-19 pandemic bill.

People first started gathering in front of the State Library in Melbourne's CBD.

Many carried signs with anti-vaccination sentiments and some against the government reading "dangerous new legislation".

Over 1,000 protesters have marched down Bourke St towards Melbourne's Parliament House against the state's vaccine mandates and a proposed COVID-19 pandemic bill At times protesters shouted "free Victoria" and "sack Dan Andrews" as they marched.

Melbourne police are at the scene.

A Victoria police spokesperson told 9News police are aware of the activity in Melbourne and that a high visible police presence will be there to ensure no COVID-19 breaches occur.