Brisbane Erupts
- Dozens of protesters descend on King George Square, waving pro-Indigenous rights banners and calling for change
- Just a kilometre away, a large group of protesters gather in the Botanic Gardens, demanding a stop to mass migration and an end to government corruption
- Tensions run high as rival rallies bring Brisbane city centre to a standstill, with police working to keep the peace
Today, Brisbane bore witness to a dramatic display of democracy in action, as two rival rallies brought the city to a standstill. In King George Square, a crowd of dozens of people gathered to demand Indigenous Sovereignty, waving banners and calling for an end to systemic racism.
Just a kilometre away, in the Botanic Gardens, a large group of protesters congregated to push for a stop to mass migration and an end to government corruption. The rally, organised by the Save Australia movement, saw protesters waving Australian flags and calling for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to take action.
Despite the heavy rain, protesters on both sides remained resolute, determined to make their voices heard. The atmosphere was tense, with police working to keep the peace and prevent clashes between the rival groups.
In a heartfelt address, Alice Springs traditional owner Faron Peckham called for Australians to “walk together” towards a brighter future. “Disempower [racism] by ignoring it and by doing what we need to do,” he urged the crowd.
The rallies in Brisbane were just two of many taking place across the country, as Australians from all walks of life came together to demand change and push for a more just and equitable society.