The 60-year-old climbs to death leaving the community in shock. The community has been struck with tragedy as the man undergoes a catastrophic fall while climbing the steep rock face in Tamborine Mountain National Park. The Piano Rock serves as a landmark that has gained popularity because of its uniqueness. 

Besides, the landmark has recently caught the attention of onlookers because of the “Yes” mural painted on it as a lead-up to the Voice referendum. Let us go through this article to find out the details of the calamity as well as the attributes of the referendum.

Heartbreaking incident while climbing on the popular landmark

An hour west of the Gold Coast, Piano Rock qualifies as a distinctive geological formation due to the artful painting on the rock structure. The rock serves as a creative exhibition while resembling a piano with its keys and body brilliantly emulsified in black and white. 

Due to its stark resemblance to the actual piano, the rock has evolved to be a popular spot attracting both visitors and locals. However, the remarkable landmark became the site for the tragic event when the man suffered a fatal from the rock face. 

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Based on the reports of Daily Mail, after receiving a distress call on Thursday afternoon, a day before the much-awaited referendum, the Queensland ambulance crew rushed to the spot. But even after several attempts from the paramedics, they failed to revive the man who succumbed to the fall. The sudden death of the man has left the community under skepticism, who otherwise associate the rock as a symbol of support and unity. 

The “Yes” mural transformed into a site of deadly fall

The Piano Rock is adorned with beautifully painted “Yes” along with an Aboriginal flap that is drawn in the shape of a heart. To exhibit support towards the cause concerning Indigenous Voice to Parliament in Australia, the bare rock served as a blank canvas to showcase their creative pursuits.  

The display of the flag secured the spot of growing awareness and dialogue that revolved around the Indigenous issues in the lead-up to the Voice referendum. The “Yes” mural on the other hand served to be a symbol of the community denoting their desire for an inclusive and equitable future. 

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Although there is not much information about the accident, the representative rock being the site of the tragic incident has led to further investigation by the Queensland Police. Even though the investigators have confirmed no play of foul act, a report is being prepared to confirm the cause of death.

As the investigation into the tragedy is underway, the accident sheds light on the importance of safety precautions while visiting natural and iconic locations. Moved by the precipitance of the death, ensuring safety at landmarks should be a collective responsibility to avoid unfortunate incidents in the future. 

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