Aussies warned on Thailand

AUSTRALIANS presently in Thailand have been told to avoid large political gatherings as anti-government protests continue in the capital Bangkok.

Thailand's prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is resisting the demands of tens of thousands of activists who want him to dissolve parliament.

Abhisit has blanketed Bangkok in security as protest leaders vowed to collect blood from their supporters and splash it onto government headquarters in a symbolic sacrifice.

Australia wanted the political situation in Thailand to be resolved "peacefully and peaceably", Foreign Minister Stephen Smith said on Tuesday.

"We are advising Australians to exercise a high degree of caution and, in particular, stay away from large gatherings of people," he told Sky News.

Australia was "very pleased" the Thai government had not used the military to quell protests.

"We urge Thailand and its people to resolve these matters peacefully."