Mardi Gras

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Service NSW to Make Historic Debut at Mardi Gras Parade

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Service NSW team members will dazzle at the iconic Mardi Gras Parade for the first time ever, marking a historic moment in Sydney's vibrant celebrations!

Service NSW, the renowned customer service agency, is set to make an unforgettable debut at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. This marks a significant milestone as the Service NSW team members will proudly participate in the colorful and joyous event for the very first time. The inclusion of Service NSW in the parade reflects a larger stride towards inclusivity and diversity, showcasing support for the LGBTQIA+ community within the government sector.

Marching alongside the vibrant floats and enthusiastic crowds, the Service NSW representatives will add a unique touch to the parade, blending service excellence with the spirit of celebration. Their presence symbolizes unity and solidarity, emphasizing the importance of equality and acceptance. This year’s Mardi Gras Parade promises to be even more memorable with the addition of Service NSW, bridging the gap between public service and community celebration.

In a city known for its lively festivities, the participation of Service NSW at the Mardi Gras Parade highlights the evolving cultural landscape of Sydney. The collaborative effort between Service NSW and the LGBTQIA+ community sends a powerful message of unity and progress, setting a positive example for other government agencies to embrace diversity wholeheartedly. As the dazzling parade unfolds, the presence of Service NSW will shine brightly, symbolizing a harmonious blend of government service and community celebration.

As the Service NSW team members gear up to march in the Mardi Gras Parade for the first time, their participation signifies a monumental step towards inclusivity and representation in one of Sydney's most iconic events. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing journey towards acceptance and equality, showcasing the commitment of government organizations towards embracing diversity and supporting all members of the community.

Service NSW to shine at Mardi Gras Parade for the first time (Service NSW)

Media release – 1 March 2024: For the first time, Service NSW team members will be proudly marching at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade,…

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Mardi Gras float honours Timorese heritage and struggle (Education – Australian Associated Press)

At a nondescript storage unit in Sydney's inner west, threads from across East Timor are coming to life. Pink palm trees, woven fabrics, costume sketches ...

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Major train headache rocks Mardi Gras (NEWS.com.au)

Residents have been left fuming following a sudden announcement that a major metro line will close most weekends for the next two months, the first ...

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'It feels like we lost brothers': Sydney Mardi Gras preparations take ... (The Guardian)

Mixed emotions within the LGBTQ+ community as it reels from killings of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies allegedly by a serving police officer.

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Crowdfunding campaign brings first Timor-Leste float to Sydney ... (The Guardian)

It was only two weeks ago that the founder of Timor-Leste's own pride march learned he and 10 others were coming to Australia.

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Anti-violence protesters and police clash ahead of Mardi Gras (SBS)

A group of LGBTIQ+ community members and allies gathered to protest against police violence and called for members of the force to be removed from Sydney's ...

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Hope Over Fear – A Reflection on Police in Mardi Gras (Tasmanian Times)

I've endured my fair share of police abuse. Not long after coming out I was arrested along with many others for staffing a gay rights stall at Hobart's ...

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LGBTQI community marches on at Mardi Gras despite grief (Illawarra Mercury)

Hundreds of thousands will gather in Oxford Street for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras annual parade festivities on Saturday. Float organiser Jane O'Keefe ...

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Tensions flare ahead of Mardi Gras with 'unauthorised protest' in ... (9News)

Roughly 300 protestors turned up at Taylor Square on Oxford Street, Surry Hills, at 8 pm yesterday.

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Mardi Gras 2024 LIVE updates: Tribute to Jesse Baird and Luke ... (Brisbane Times)

Welcome to our live blog coverage of the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. More than 12000 marchers are assembling at Hyde Park ahead of the festivities.

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Mardi Gras 2024 LIVE updates: Parade preparations in full swing ... (WAtoday)

Welcome to our live blog coverage of the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. More than 12000 marchers are assembling at Hyde Park ahead of the festivities.

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Mardi Gras 2024 LIVE updates: Parade preparations in full swing ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Welcome to our live blog coverage of the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. More than 12000 marchers are assembling at Hyde Park ahead of the festivities.

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Anti-cop protesters storm Mardi Gras (The Australian)

A large crowd of protesters have marched through Hyde Park in Sydney ahead of Saturday's mardi gras parade to protest the involvement of NSW Police.

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Mardi Gras 2024 LIVE updates: Parade preparations in full swing ... (Brisbane Times)

Welcome to our live blog coverage of the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. More than 12000 marchers are assembling at Hyde Park ahead of the festivities.

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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras organisers reveal special ... (The West Australian)

Organisers of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade have revealed how they will pay tribute to alleged murder victims Jesse Baird and Luke Davies ...

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Protesters and police clash at anti-violence rally ahead of Mardi Gras (SBS)

A group of LGBTIQ+ community members and allies gathered to protest against police violence and called for members of the force to be removed from Sydney's ...

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Sydney Mardi Gras parade pays tribute to Jesse Baird and Luke ... (ABC News)

They came dressed head to toe in glitter, rainbows, mesh and feathers, but as thousands of people partied at the 46th Sydney Mardi Gras parade, two men were ...

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Thousands turn out for Mardi Gras as tributes flow for Jesse Baird ... (SBS)

Sydney's annual Mardi Gras Parade began with a moment of silence for the young couple who were allegedly murdered by a serving police officer last week.

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Fox is proudly bisexual but never attends Mardi Gras. This is why (SBS)

A man wearing a black singlet and a leather collar on his neck takes a selfie. Fox Vaughan says he will not be attending Mardi Gras this year. Source: Supplied.

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Prince William visits Welsh pub made famous by TV show (9News)

Sydney's world-famous Mardi Gras parade and party is beginning on Saturday night, ahead of two weeks of fes...

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2024 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Tonight is the night when Sydney sparkles - all the colour and creativity of the iconic 2024 LGBTQI+ Sydney Mardi Gras parade as floats make their way up ...

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Sydney Mardi Gras: Parade pays tribute to killed gay couple (BBC News)

A moment of silence has been held to remember Luke Davies and Jesse Baird who were allegedly murdered.

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Pro-Palestinian activists disrupt Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi ... (The Guardian)

Police removed a number of members of Queer Solidarity with Palestinian Resistance who ran from officers holding lit flares.

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Mardi Gras ends in chaos, multiple arrested (NEWS.com.au)

Multiple people were seen being pulled from Sydney's iconic Mardi Gras parade route, after a protest group fought with police and let off flares in front of ...

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Calls for calm at Mardi Gras after activists clash with police in ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

A stand-off between police and activists on Oxford Street on Friday night has further fuelled tensions, with NSW local member Alex Greenwich urging would-be ...

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Amid grief and anger, Mardi Gras spirits still soared (The Sydney Morning Herald)

They speak of a “WorldPride curse” that follows the biennial LGBTQ festival around the world. Whichever city is lucky enough to host it one year – in 2023, ...

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LGBTQI community marches on at Mardi Gras despite grief (Yahoo News Australia)

The annual parade as part of the Mardi Gras festival carried a tinge of sadness in mourning Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. Their bodies were found in Bungonia ...

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Mardi Gras parade concludes as clean-up begins (Mandurah Mail)

The party kept going long after clean-up crews tackled a rainbow road of confetti and costume debris following...

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Sydney Mardi Gras: Parade pays tribute to killed gay couple (BBC News)

A moment of silence has been held to remember Luke Davies and Jesse Baird who were allegedly murdered.

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Mardi Gras ends in chaos, multiple arrested (The Australian)

Multiple people were seen being pulled from Sydney's iconic Mardi Gras parade route, after a protest group fought with police and let off flares in front of ...

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