As always, life has a way of keeping us on our toes! This month’s proposed speaker has been rescheduled to early in the new year, but don’t worry—we’ve got something equally captivating lined up for you.

I’m excited to announce our completely new guests: Dr Glenn Davies and Matthew Wengert, who will guide us through an important yet largely forgotten chapter of Queensland’s history.

Imagine this: it’s 1919. Against the backdrop of war and a convergence of political and historical events, the meatworkers’ strike in Townsville escalated into a dramatic confrontation—culminating in gunfire between civilians and police, and a forceful response from the Queensland Government.

Glenn and Matthew will bring this gripping story to life, shining a spotlight on a pivotal yet often overlooked moment in Queensland’s history and the role of the police.

This event is held at 11am in the Police Headquarters building in the ground floor conference room. This is a free, ticketed event so please book in on Eventbrite. 

Don't miss out!

And also at 12:30pm join us in the Museum itself (Seminar Room) when Collections Manager, Kat Figueiredo, will invite you to take a look at objects in the collection that point to some of the stories of policing public protest. You can also find Eventbrite tickets for that here or just turn up on the day