An increase in alleged anti-social habits from conspiracy theorist groups and sovereign citizens has forced one Victorian local government to shut its doors to the public for in-person council meetings. The Yarra Ranges Council, located on the eastern outskirts of Melbourne, has reported an “increasing pattern” of verbal abuse during its community addresses in recent months. Consequently, the “unacceptable” conduct has forced Mayor Jim Child to make the decision to close the public gallery, meaning members of the public can only attend council meetings online. “This type of conduct is unacceptable, and we cannot continue to allow these situations to...