Bryan Law Archive

How to use this archive

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This archive is only a small snippet of Bryan Law's activist work.

The posts are ordered by campaign, chronologically.

Each post has a cover photo which gives an idea of what is in the note and a small blurb, but don't be tricked, please click on the blue "Download PDF" link for the full article.

You can navigate the notes by clicking on any of the tags which will take you to all the posts with that tag.

Please also note the "next" button in the bottom right hand corner of the page as the layout makes it appear as though there are no more pages.

If you are interested in exploring this archive, or particular campaigns in full you can contact Margaret Pestorius at margaret@cairnspeacebypeace.org.

There is also more of Bryan's later works available at

http://www.cairnspeacebypeace.org/

pinegapontrial.blogspot.com

http://frontlinefilms.com.au/war-on-trial/

Letter from Bryan RE Ploughshares action

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Petition to Griffith Uni Council RE Arena

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Letter to CAFNEC members RE Bryan's vision, history & involvement in environment groups/ campaigns & expression of interest in Tully millstream campaign

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This is a brilliant letter written by Bryan to the CAFNEC community to explains his motivation for being involved in the movement and puts forward the idea of physically blockading if the development goes ahead. Download PDF

Early formation of RNCRG Including Handwritten notes, draft proposals, and problemsolving/conflict resolution workshops 1991

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Download PDFRavenshoe non-violent conflict resolution group formed to help the community be informed about the Tully Millstream Hydro scheme, offered a safe place for individuals to ask questions and to come to an agreed perspective on it's development. This file documents the running of a gathering held by Bryan in the early days of RNCRG.

Tully- Millstream hydro electricity scheme; newspaper articles

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Tully Millstream Hydro Scheme Information Day

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The Tully Millstream campaign formed in response to a proposed Hydroelectricity Damn in 1991. This document includes a broad range of material used in the campaign including advertisements and details of a public information day, letters to the editor and media coverage of the "Ravenshoe conflict" that came from the damn proposal.

Letter to Damian Scholz.. Classic Bryan

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This letter to Damian Scholz shows classic Bryan sass and cheekiness that was often the tone of his letters

Letterto the Minister for Resource Industries questioning the White Paper 1992

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Daintree Power decision; CAFNEC Media release

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Cairns Post Daintree power debate 1993

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Newspaper articles on renewable energy in the Daintree, planetary power

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Download PDFThe question of whether to supply power to daintree caused a great deal of contention within the community, which was reflected in the media. These clippings are some that cover the power debate, letters to the editor and some coverage of the energy trailer tour.

Daintree Power Campaign proposal

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A detailed campaign plan proposed to CAFNEC by Bryan while in him position as energy campaigner.

WTMA report regarding Daintree power line. 1992

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Energy Campaign report to CAFNEC. 27/09/93

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Energy Display Trainler Tour

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As part of his role as Energy Campaigner for CAFNEC Bryan designed, funded for and eventually put together this energy display trailer showing off various types of off-grid and renewable energy that could be used by residents as an alternative to being attached to mains power. This shows a bit more about the trailer and it's planned tour through Cape York Download PDF

Powering the Future applies with the FNQ Energy Board

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Download PDFBryan was very persistent in applying for grants for the energy trailer he designed and eventually toured with as part of his position as Energy Campaigner. This particular grant was through FNQEB. The archive contains many more grant applications, approvals and correspondence.

A small piece of the legal proceedings following Bryan's action outside the Cairns Post 1994

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Bryan's archive is full of legal documentation covering various charges. This is a small taste of the proceedings for his defense against Cairns Post editors attempting to sue him for defamation.

Cairns Post Five Principles of Service by Bryan

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Invitation to Cairns Post action

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Cairns Post coverage on the opening of Australian Non Violence Network- Cairns Node

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Cairns Post coverage of skyrail protests

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What is PAKS (People Against Kuranda Skyrail)?

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People Against Kuranda Skyrail formed in 1995 in response to the proposed development of the Skyrail which exists in Smithfield/ Kuranda now. This document contains invitations to various skyrail protests and information regarding PAKS' objections to the development.

Bryan's CAFNEC membership appeal

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Download PDF In 1995 Bryan had his CAFNEC membership terminated. CAFNEC was met with a great deal of resistance. Bryan went through the formal appeal process and did his best to convince members that he should be allowed to carry on as a CAFNEC member. Many of the letters as well as his letter of appeal are included here.

Propaganda and petition re: Casino Lights/Saveourskys

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Save our skies came about in 1996 when the Casino erected advertising skylights which caused some concern in the community. It was a small campaign, however a great example of snap action being taken by Bryan when he felt there was an injustice. Download PDF

Poster Advertising Bicycle Rally 5/4/97

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Article "Pedal Power Peeves Pyne"

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Warship visit 1998

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Bryan, margaret pestorius in kayak on left

Paddlers for peace flyer

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Threats from Cairns City Council under Local Law 7

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Colourful letter from Bryan to the Cairns Council regarding his regular public assembly applications and small protests held in Cairns. Response to Linda Kirchner's letter, directly to Mayor Kevin Byrne. Contains some classic Bryan language!

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Letter from Linda Kirchner regarding the ability of CCC to over ride a Peaceful Assembly Act within a pedestrian mall under Local Law 7

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Earlier letter to CEO of CCC, David Farmer expressing concern about unlawfulness of Local Law No. 7 in applying to the Peace by Peace action

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Free Speech in City Place - letter to the Cairns Post Editor about the CCC systematic approach towards political activities in public places

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Note by Bryan Law regarding Council's denial of free speech. Includes reference to Buy Nothing Day, Stuart Downs, Tony Duffy

Dated 24th July 2003

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Pine Gap Trial coverage in Newspaper

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Correspondence with Robert Hill (Minister for defense) re: permission to inspect pine gap

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Download PDFBryan is 100% transparent with authorities before during and after the action. This correspondence between Bryan and the defense minister id very interesting and also rather entertainig

Police interview with Bryan the day of the "citizens inspection" action

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Download PDFAfter Bryan was taken into custody the day he broke into the Pine Gap Facility he agreed to have a recorded interview with police. He is incredibly transparent and doesn't attempt to hide anything. An interesting insight into what happened prior to and during the action.

Media Coverage of Pine Gap Actions

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Alice Springs News, Vol 13, Issue 41, October 12, 2006

Ford, Johnston, Makamae, Lard, Cranswick, O'Reilly

Alice Spring News, Vol 13, Issue 40, October 5, 2006

Dowling, Goldie, Law, Mulhearn

Centralian Advocate, Tuesday, October 10, 2006

Johnston, Ford, O'Reilly, Cranswick, Makamae, Lard

Centralian Advocate, Tuesday September 26, 2006

Thoughts from Bryan prior to appeal

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Written material reflecting on the Pine Gap action.

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Bryan makes the Front Page, NT News, 10/12/05

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"Pine Gap Invaded" Front page news

Northern Territory News, 10/12/05

Affidavit - Bryan Law (the protected fact)

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25th January 2007. Affidavit regarding knowledge of a protected fact.

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What is Pine Gap?

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A one page document giving some background details about the purpose and history of Pine Gap Download PDF

Chronological narrative of Bryan's exclusion from the Rockhampton Mayor Ball

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Download PDF In 2011 Margaret and Bryan purchased tickets to the Mayor's Sabre Ball in Rockhampton, only to have them returned and told they were not able to attend. Naturally, they didn't take this lying down and a formal complaint was made to the Anti- Discrimination Commission of Queensland. This document is a detailed retelling of events that led to him to take action in the peace movement, and previous interactions with the council in relation to his activism.

Bryan banned from Sabre ball; media coverage

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In 2011 Margaret and Bryan purchased tickets to the Mayor's Sabre Ball in Rockhampton, only to have them returned and told they were not able to attend. On the up side, it gained the movement some media attention!Download PDF

Application for multiple public assumblies, Rockhampton council, July 2011

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Download PDFBryan spent a great deal of time on the street engaging with people in the community to spread the word of the peace movement. Generally he utilised the public assemblies act and applied for a permit to hold his 'assemblies'. In this particular instance he is disputing the conditions which council tried to impose on him.