A two-day blockade of the world's largest coal port has triggered 109 arrests.
Hundreds of activists swam or used kayaks to occupy the Newcastle port's shipping lane in Australia, to protest against climate inaction.
They claim the disruption prevented over half a million tonnes of coal from leaving the country.
Australia is the world's second biggest coal exporter and relies on the fossil fuel for its own electricity needs.
Located roughly 170km (105 miles) from Sydney, the Port of Newcastle is the country's most important terminal for coal shipments.
An estimated 3,000 people from across Australia took part in the 30-hour weekend blockade of its shipping lane, which had been approved by police.
But dozens of protesters remained in the water following the protest cut-off point - triggering 109 arrests, including five minors who were subsequently released.
On Monday, 104 people were charged over their refusal to leave the harbour channel, according to a statement from New South Wales police.
"I am doing this for my grandchildren and future generations," said 97-year-old Alan Stuart, who defied the deadline.
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