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23 Jan 11:04am

Filed under: Bisexual, Discrimination, Gay, Lesbian, Politics, Transgender

I think I speak on behalf of any gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender Australian who lives in the suburbs of our big cities: being able to express who you are freely and without fear of judgement - or worse yet, fear for your safety - just because you are different is still an issue.

Equality for all. Even people who wear bandannas… Photo: True Local

The controversy surrounding Parramatta Council’s homophobic approach to the allegedly “offensive’’ banners at Twenty10’s stall during the Rediscover the River event, only serves to exacerbate that issue.

Although I’ve lived in the Parramatta Council area - the gateway to western Sydney - since I was 11, it wasn’t until I became a journalist with the Parramatta Advertiser a year ago that I really saw it as gay-friendly and progressive.

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Brian says:

06:46pm | 23/01/13

Colin - those who claim to be good at communication but state that others simply can’t fathom what they’re trying to get across don’t understand the meaning of communication… Someone who is good at communication targets their methods to their audience. You’ve stated many times that your various detractors don’t… Read more »
Phil Browne says:

06:12pm | 23/01/13

The outrageous reaction to the Twenty10 sign promoting support services to a marginalised minority group, is just disgusting. This has brought Parramatta into disrepute and shame for the pathetic treatment of some of it’s own citizens. The Mayor and the Councillors who endorse his ignorant misinformed view, owe the people… Read more »

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