Australia: Demonstrators to gather in Brisbane October 10

Event

Demonstrators affiliated with the Refugee Action Collective Queensland plan to hold a rally in Brisbane's King George Square on Saturday, October 10, to call for fairer refugee rights. Reports indicate that participants will gather from 13:00 (local time) at the square. Although the rally will likely pass off peacefully, it may be well attended.

A heightened security presence and localized travel disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the event.

Advice

Those in Brisbane are advised to monitor the situation, avoid demonstrations as a precaution, and heed instructions issued by local authorities