The Pirating of Paradise
Deforestation continues the destruction of West Papua, as rainforests have been ravaged and people displaced, their land sold from under them - Merbau wood is thefted from the land, and is what deep red benches found in the CBD are made from. These blood benches use stolen wood from people who's rights where stolen from them.
West Papua, positioned 2,490 km north of Meanjin (Brisbane), has been devastated by unethical harvesting of wood and other precious materials, the lives of millions of people and other living flora and fauna have been uprooted and decimated. …
The Pirating of Paradise
Deforestation continues the destruction of West Papua, as rainforests have been ravaged and people displaced, their land sold from under them - Merbau wood is thefted from the land, and is what deep red benches found in the CBD are made from. These blood benches use stolen wood from people who's rights where stolen from them.
West Papua, positioned 2,490 km north of Meanjin (Brisbane), has been devastated by unethical harvesting of wood and other precious materials, the lives of millions of people and other living flora and fauna have been uprooted and decimated. The deals to the forests and homes are unethical and unsupported, most of these "deals" made to the land are done without the knowledge or consent of the Village people. Either under false promises made to them, or being overlooked entirely then being met with military - pushing them out of their homes, the dense rainforests once loved, are levelled and sold, palm and other tree farms are erected in their place. Wild lands filled with culture and greenery, stripped and sanctioned off, ecosystems and traditions eradicated with Australian money and support behind it.
Australia's Contribution
Since the Indonesian government's corrupt and shameful takeover in 1962, which saw that the people of West Papua lose their newly acquired independence and right to self determination, Australia has supported this clearance and other massacres. Investing in deforestation, mining and drilling operations as well as supplying artillery and military training to Indonesian troops, who patrol and enforce strict regime in West Papua. Mass murder, rape, extortion and psychological warfare is used by Indonesian troops on West Papuans to oppress and control their spirt. Australian money is funding this, Our money is funding genocide.
Cut the Connection
Australian government has ignored the reports of human rights violations committed against the West Papuan people and is engaging in trade of weapons and wood, leading to the destruction of priceless environments, histories and people.
We cannot ignore this.
Contact Brisbane Representative - Mr Stephen Bates (07) 3862 4044
Ask for a removal of these benches and that trade with exploited West Papuan materials end.
Become educated with the West Papuan struggle
In a country where raising your flag can lead to your death, we need to speak up now and fight, play our part to Free West Papua.
Papua Merdeka. Wantok Blong Yumi.
Remove Stolen Merbau Wood Seats From Brisbane
The destruction of West Papua must come to an end.
We must fight together to abolish the cruel Indonesian occupation of West Papua and cut ties to any connection Australia has to it, starting in our own backyard.
Sign this petition to show support and solidarity with our long term allies, stand up against oppression and help eliminate Australia's affiliation with illegal occupation.