Queen Victoria Building, Sydney, this week … Lush Launch
The Media Notification:
This week Lush QVB will proudly be raising the Morning Star flag in its window. The iconic red, white and blue flag has become a symbol of resistance and the calls for independence for the people of West Papua. Ever since Indonesia seized control of the country in the 1960s raising the flag has been banned and many people have been persecuted and imprisoned for doing so.
Throughout the week, customers are invited to visit Lush and learn more about the Free West Papua campaign. Lush is working with Rize of the Morning Star and will be donating all funds from the sales of its Smell of Freedom perfume to the campaign group. People from Sydney will be able to show their support by signing a petition asking the government to take action.
SYDNEY media photo opportunity
Where: Lush Cosmetics, Shop 14, Lower Ground Floor, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George St, Sydney 2000
When: Midday, Wednesday 22 August
What: Banned West Papuan flag raised in store window. Local staff member silenced with tape across mouth to signify West Papuan oppression
The latest MRs:
http://www.thejakartaglobe.com/news/opm-blamed-for-papua-police-shooting/539609
http://www.tempointeractive.com/hg/nasional/2012/08/23/brk,20120823-425079,uk.html
Anne Noonan, Australia West Papua Association (Sydney)
