WA news LIVE: Parts of Perth CBD closed as Land Forces expo gets underway

Parts of the Perth CBD have been closed this morning in preparation for the Land Forces Exhibition, which begins today at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Police outside the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre this morning for the Land Forces expo.9 News PerthThe international weapons expo is expected to attract thousands of visitors, with nearly 1000 organisations from 60 different countries hosting exhibits. There is already a heavy police presence outside the venue this morning, with commuters warned to expect delays on Mounts Bay Road and parking closures from today through to Thursday. Police officers have been given special powers to keep the peace after violent protests against the event broke out in Melbourne two years ago. Around 12 people have been excluded from coming near the Perth event. A peaceful anti-war protest is planned for this afternoon, with people to march from Yagan Square to Elizabeth Quay.