Massive Turnout Expected for Brisbane’s Pro-Palestine March
This weekend, Brisbane is set to host one of the largest pro-Palestine rallies the city has ever seen, despite a last-minute change to its planned route. The march was originally proposed to cross the Story Bridge, but that route was blocked by a Queensland court after police raised safety concerns. Instead, protesters will now gather in Queens Gardens, move through the CBD down William Street, cross the Victoria Bridge, and finish at Musgrave Park in South Brisbane.
Organisers have made it clear that the march was never just about a bridge. They say it’s about visibility, solidarity, and making sure the voices of Palestinians are heard. Rally organiser Remah Naji explained that even without the Story Bridge crossing, the protest will achieve its aim: raising awareness of the war in Gaza and calling on the Australian government to take stronger action.
Initial estimates suggested around 7,000 people might attend, but that number is already expected to be much higher. Previous rallies have far exceeded expectations, with the Sydney Harbour Bridge march earlier this month drawing an estimated 100,000 people, far beyond the predicted 10,000. Organisers believe this momentum has created what they call a “groundswell” of support, and Brisbane could well see a huge turnout on Sunday.
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The rally is part of a national day of action, with more than 40 cities across Australia holding marches and events. Backed by over 250 unions, community groups, and prominent figures, the movement is calling for sanctions on Israel and an end to Australia’s arms trade with the country. It comes just days after the United Nations declared famine in parts of Gaza for the first time, a declaration Israel has strongly rejected.
High-profile speakers are expected at Sunday’s Brisbane rally, including ousted Greens MP Max Chandler-Mather, union representatives, and community leaders. Organisers are urging families, students, and everyday Australians to come together in what they describe as a peaceful show of solidarity.
Police have said they will be monitoring the event closely, with Acting Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman urging participants to remain peaceful and comply with the court’s ruling on the march route. He stressed that while the right to protest is respected, public safety and traffic management must be balanced.
Despite the legal and political hurdles, organisers insist the day will go ahead as planned, with determination unshaken. As Remah Naji put it, this march is not just about Brisbane or about one bridge—it’s about amplifying the voices of Palestinians and showing that Australians stand united in their call for justice.
With crowds expected to swell well beyond initial predictions, the Brisbane rally is shaping up to be a defining moment in Australia’s growing pro-Palestine movement.
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