It’s been a rather miserable start to the day here in Brisbane, with a drizzle prompting the umbrellas to come out on the morning commute.Those umbrellas will need to stay out for the next couple of days, with the latest forecast showing a “broad spell of wet weather” across eastern parts of the country today and tomorrow.South-east Queensland is set to get hit with wet weather this week.Credit: Adobe Stock“For today, rain is likely to impact all coastal areas between Bundaberg in Queensland and Batemans Bay in New South Wales, and this includes Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour, Sydney and Wollongong,” explained Bureau of Meteorology senior meteorologist Angus Hines.Hines also said most places would only have light rain, with coastal areas likely to get between 20mm and 50mm of rain today.Looking ahead to Thursday, there would be more widespread but “mostly moderate” rainfall, with the potential for heavier rain in south-east Queensland.“Could all see heavier falls, potentially 40mm-80mm over the course of the day tomorrow.” Good news though – conditions were expected to clear on Friday as the pattern shifted and rainfall was confined to the coastline with intensity easing early in the day.We spoke with the bureau’s Daniel Hayes yesterday about this week’s forecast. You can read that here.Latest postsLatest postsThe family of the late Sir Leo Hielscher has accepted the Premier’s offer of a state funeral for the long-serving public servant, who died this month, aged 98.Sir Leo first took a job in the public service at the age of 15 in 1942.He retired from Queensland Treasury Corporation in 2010 at 83 years old, after reporting to 10 premiers and 15 treasurers.LoadingSir Leo facilitated the development of Griffith University, Queensland’s casino industry and two coal terminals, established the QTC, drove the planning and financing of the first Gateway Bridge, and helped deliver Expo 88 and the 1982 Commonwealth Games.The state funeral will be held on Thursday, August 28 from 2pm at Brisbane City Hall.Premier David Crisafulli said Sir Leo helped set the foundations of Queensland’s economy and industry growth for more than half a century.“Sir Leo has left an undeniable legacy for Queensland and I extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones,” he said.“His lifetime of service helped build the modern Queensland we know today and his legacy will live on in the state he leaves behind.”Documents opposing the planned pro-Palestinian protest across the Story Bridge this weekend have been lodged in court by Brisbane City Council, citing a range of concerns, including potential safety risks and road delays of 15 minutes or more.Two affidavits signed by staff responsible for traffic management and construction planning said crowds of about 7000 could delay the reopening of deteriorating footpaths, cause concrete debris to fall and impact drivers.“It is estimated that additional delays for road users may be as little as 10 to 15 minutes but may be much higher,” one document says.Protesters outside Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday.Credit: Courtney KrukThe other notes: “Overloading the footpaths … presents a risk of debris falling below and a risk that the proposed construction methodology that is underway to get the footpaths reopened would also be impacted, delaying the works to reopen the footpath.”Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner told 4BC on Wednesday he supported the right of organisers to protest, but believed the Story Bridge was not an appropriate or safe place to do it.“There’s plenty of other opportunities,” he said. “I think it’s really clear though, they just want the visuals of people on the bridge, but there’s other opportunities to get those visuals.““The bridge is not the best option here.”The dispute between police and organisers will be heard in court from 9am, Thursday. Transurban’s revenue from Brisbane toll roads increased by 5 per cent to $597 million over the past financial year.Traffic in Brisbane.Credit: Courtney KrukThe results, provided in an ASX release on Wednesday morning, show average workday traffic increased by 1.1 per cent on Brisbane toll roads, while average weekend and public holiday traffic increased by 2.1 per cent.However, total profit for the year slumped to $178 million, from $376 million the previous year.The release states the Logan West upgrade project is progressing through the binding upgrade proposal stage, with investigative work and market engagement beginning.“Key Gateway Motorway connections have been identified to support a successful 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games,” it says. Advertisement A man has been charged with arson after a tobacconist in Capalaba was allegedly set alight last week, with police suspecting he used an angle grinder to break into the shop.Police were called shortly before 2am on Monday, August 11, to the Finucane Road store, which was extensively damaged in the fire.Officers searched an East Ipswich residence several days later, and found clothing and an angle grinder they believed had been used during the alleged break-in and following arson.The 28-year-old from East Ipswich was arrested this week, and charged with arson.He was expected to appear in Cleveland Magistrate’s Court on September 23. An armed man allegedly broke into a quiet suburban home in Brisbane during the middle of the day.Police were called to the property on Platypus Circuit in Rochedale about 11.30am after reports someone was trying to enter.A 45-year-old man allegedly fled on foot and was tracked to Lorisch Way, where he tried to break into another home, but was arrested.He has been hit with a string of charges, including attempting to enter a dwelling, possessing dangerous drugs and having a knife in a public place. The man is expected to appear in court today.Adding to the post below on the signing of the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Brisbane Olympics venues, Minister for Sport and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander is set to hold a press conference this morning.We’ll be bringing the latest from 8.30am. Advertisement It has been announced that the federal government has formally allocated $3.435 billion to the $7.1 billion Games Venue Infrastructure Program for the 2032 Olympics.“Brisbane 2032 must be a Games that everyone can be proud of, that’s why I’m pleased our new agreement will ensure local communities are part of the development process, and that organisers look to ensure the games benefits every corner of the country,” Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said.LoadingThat allocation is capped and will go towards the 17 new or upgraded venues planned for the state, including the 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park and the National Aquatic Centre.This deal, formalised by the signing of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Australian and Queensland Governments today, outlines how the state can spend the federal funds in the lead-up to the Games.The money comes with a few strings attached:The Queensland government will manage with a view to maintain stakeholder and community supportA stakeholder engagement plan must be developed and delivered for the Victoria Park Precinct and a new precinct plan that focuses on improving access to green spaceCommonwealth representatives must be included on the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee Board.This funding boost is in addition to the federal government’s $12.4b investment in transport projects across the state.“This milestone comes as we continue to focus on building the infrastructure needed to deliver the best Games ever and showcase Queensland on the world stage,” Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said.A conceptual render of the Victoria Park stadium released by the government in March.Credit: Queensland governmentIt’s been a rather miserable start to the day here in Brisbane, with a drizzle prompting the umbrellas to come out on the morning commute.Those umbrellas will need to stay out for the next couple of days, with the latest forecast showing a “broad spell of wet weather” across eastern parts of the country today and tomorrow.South-east Queensland is set to get hit with wet weather this week.Credit: Adobe Stock“For today, rain is likely to impact all coastal areas between Bundaberg in Queensland and Batemans Bay in New South Wales, and this includes Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour, Sydney and Wollongong,” explained Bureau of Meteorology senior meteorologist Angus Hines.Hines also said most places would only have light rain, with coastal areas likely to get between 20mm and 50mm of rain today.Looking ahead to Thursday, there would be more widespread but “mostly moderate” rainfall, with the potential for heavier rain in south-east Queensland.“Could all see heavier falls, potentially 40mm-80mm over the course of the day tomorrow.” Good news though – conditions were expected to clear on Friday as the pattern shifted and rainfall was confined to the coastline with intensity easing early in the day.We spoke with the bureau’s Daniel Hayes yesterday about this week’s forecast. You can read that here.The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting showers for Brisbane and the wider south-east Queensland area for today and Thursday.With the chance of rainfall a 95 per cent chance in Brisbane, rain gauges could fill with anywhere between 5mm and 40mm.And it’ll be a cool Wednesday, with a top temperature of 21 degrees, but the days should be warmer as we approach the weekend.Here’s the seven-day outlook: Advertisement After lodging a court bid to block a Pro-Palestine protest planned to cross this weekend, police have listed their concerns.LoadingOrganiser Remah Naji said on Monday she expected about 7000 protesters would march across the Story Bridge this Sunday, which police said would cause an unacceptable amount of disruption to passersby and risk for protesters.“The proposed bridge route is not designed for pedestrian gatherings, creating significant safety risks for participants and the broader community,” a police spokesperson said.The Queensland Police Service also expressed concern for blocking “essential access routes for community safety” and traffic flow across the Story Bridge, as well as the strength of the structure itself.Loading“The current closures of the Story Bridge footpaths have created a risk for pedestrian movement across the Bridge,” the spokesperson said, mirroring concerns raised by the Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner yesterday.The matter was expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court this week, with QPS saying it intended to respect the decision of the courts.