Brisbane Protest Blocked: Activists Vow to Continue Fight

Brisbane Protest on Story Bridge Blocked by Court A planned protest on Brisbane's Story Bridge was blocked by a court order on May 29, 2025. Around 200 activists intended to shut down six lanes of traffic during peak hour to protest the recent closure of pedestrian and cycling lanes on the bridge. The protest organizers, who have not been officially named, stated their intention to disrupt traffic as a means to bring attention to their cause. However, a local magistrate ruled in favor of the police, who argued that the protest would create significant traffic congestion and potentially hinder emergency services. "The potential disruption to the city's traffic flow and the risk to emergency services outweighed the right to protest in this instance," said a spokesperson for the Brisbane Police Department. Despite the setback, the activists have vowed to continue their campaign using other methods. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between the need for public protest and the maintenance of essential city services.