The Towering Temptation of Rebellion in Australia's Cities A 22 year old man spray painted a cartoon bird graffiti on the Bolte Bridge tower in Melbourne, sparking a hours long standoff with authorities.
Jack Gibson Burrell demanded attention from authorities and disrupted commuter traffic, raising questions about his motivations.
The "Pam the Bird" symbol is a familiar sight in Melbourne's streets, having appeared on dozens of buildings in recent years, including the heritage listed Flinders Street railway station.