The documentary Battleground Melbourne chronicles the collapse of the World's Most Liveable City, told through the eyes of those who risked everything to save it. As COVID-19 arrived in early 2020, Victoria's events unfolded similarly to those worldwide, but soon took a drastic turn. The state embarked on a mission to eradicate COVID entirely, imposing unusually long and harsh lockdowns, causing immense mental, economic, and social harm. The protests and pushback from the people of Victoria were brutally repressed.
Battleground Melbourne
Australia's response to the pandemic is examined in a documentary, highlighting the unprecedented challenges the country faced during this crisis.