National Day of Mourning - Free TransLink Bus and Rail Transport

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National Day of Mourning ? effective 22 February 2009

Passengers travelling to and from the event will be able to travel free on TransLink bus and train services between 8am and 2pm.

http://events.translink.com.au/db/event.php?id=142

Note:  Travel on ferry or Citycat requires normal ticketing.

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Premier
The Honourable Anna Bligh
20/02/2009

QLD TO HOLD CEREMONY FOR NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING

Queensland will support the National Day of Mourning for those affected by the tragic events in Victoria with a ceremony at South Bank.

The ceremony will be held from 9:30am on Sunday, 22 February at Suncorp Piazza, including a live telecast of the National Day of Mourning ceremony in Melbourne.

"While many Queenslanders are going through tough times with the recent floods, we have all been affected by the tragic events in Victoria. The event at South Bank this Sunday will give everyone a chance to pay their respects to those who have lost their lives in the bushfires," Premier Anna Bligh said.

"Free bus and train travel to South Bank will be available on the day between 8am and 2pm and people are encouraged to bring a yellow flower for a community display of condolence.

"Let's send a strong message of support from Queensland to everyone in Victoria who is suffering from this tragedy."

Premier Anna Bligh will represent Queensland at the national event in Melbourne.

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From Courier Mail 21st February 2009 page 3

Ferries not free for day

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Premier
The Honourable Anna Bligh
21/02/2009

PREMIER URGES QUEENSLAND TAKE A MOMENT TO REMEMBER VICTORIA

Premier Anna Bligh today urged Queenslanders across the State to participate in tomorrow's National Day of Mourning for those affected by the tragic bush fires in Victoria.

Ms Bligh will represent Queensland at the national ceremony in Melbourne.

"While many Queenslanders are going through tough times with the recent floods, we have all been affected by the recent events in Victoria.

"The tragic loss of lives and property - with whole communities wiped out - has devastated the nation and like all Australians, our thoughts will be with our Victorian neighbours tomorrow.

"I urge Queenslanders across the State - whether privately in your own home or at a community event - to take a moment to remember those who have suffered."

Queensland will support the National Day of Mourning with a ceremony at South Bank tomorrow.

Ms Bligh said the ceremony would be held from 9:30am and include a live telecast of the National Day of Mourning cer emony in Melbourne.

"There will also be commemorative performances by the amazing Brisbane Birralee Voices and Katie Noonan," Ms Bligh said.

"The event will conclude with the laying of flowers on the tribute wall. Condolence books will also be available for people to record their thoughts and sympathies."

People are encouraged to bring along a yellow flower to show their support. Flowers can be purchased on the day, with all proceeds going to the Red Cross Bushfire Appeal.

Free bus and train travel will be available to and from South Bank between 8am and 2pm - visit www.translink.com.au for more information.

"Let's send a strong message of support from Queensland to everyone in Victoria who is suffering from this tragedy," Ms Bligh said.

Saturday, 21 February 2009

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The right-of-way can be rebuilt ... lives are lost forever ...

R.I.P.

The railway line to Yarra Glen, Victoria, after the bushfires, February 2009.