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Author: Jesse Jones

Jesse is the editor of Pink Advocate. He has a background in LGBTIQ media, public health, and sex work. His other interests include gender and travel. When he's not writing or editing, Jesse is usually watching cartoons or playing with his cat.
National

Religious discrimination bill shelved after marathon government sitting

February 10, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

The controversial bill has been withdrawn.

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Tagged discrimination, government, just.equal, law, Mark Dreyfus, Michaelia Cash, News, politics, religion, religious discrimination bill, Rodney Croome, Scott MorrisonLeave a comment
National

Snap protests today against religious discrimination bill

February 9, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Protest are being held around the country today to fight the bill.

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Tagged activism, Anna Brown, discrimination, Equality Australia, just.equal, News, protest, religion, religious discrimination bill, Rodney CroomeLeave a comment
Victoria

Controversy continues over police at Midsumma Pride March

February 6, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

“We do not believe that police serve our interests by participating against community wishes.”

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Tagged activism, Joshua Badge, Karen Bryant, Martin Foley, Midsumma Festival, News, No Police at Pride, petition, police, Pride, Todd Fernando1 Comment
International, National

‘Deeply disturbing’ homophobic bullying revealed at Rio Tinto

February 2, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Huge numbers of employees have faced harassment and violence at work.

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Tagged bullying, Elizabeth Broderick, harassment, homophobia, News, rape, report, Rio Tinto, workplaceLeave a comment
Entertainment

Darren Hayes to headline Mardi Gras Parade

January 27, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

This year's Mardi Gras Party has been cancelled, but plenty of exciting events will go ahead.

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Tagged COVID-19, Darren Hayes, Mardi Gras, Mardi Gras Film Festival, music, pandemic, parade, party, Savage Garden, Sydney Cricket GroundLeave a comment
National, New South Wales

ACON CEO Nicolas Parkhill honoured with Order of Australia

January 26, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Parkhill has been an advocate for HIV and LGBTIQA+ health for over three decades.

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Tagged ACON, Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations, Dr Justin Koonin, health, HIV, Mark Orr, News, Nicolas Parkhill, Order of Australia, PrEPLeave a comment
Victoria

Activists ask police not to march at Pride in Melbourne

January 26, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Most LGBTIQA+ people say they feel unsafe around Victoria Police.

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Tagged activism, discrimination, Frank Gafa, Joshua Badge, Melbourne, Midsumma Festival, News, No Police at Pride, police, Pride, transphobiaLeave a comment
National

Teacher fired for ‘demonic’ marriage warns against religious discrimination bill

January 24, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

A Senate inquiry has heard schools “can and do” dismiss staff for being LGBTIQA+.

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Entertainment, National

Event grant applications open for Mardi Gras viewing parties

January 23, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

$100,000 in grants will support venues around the country to celebrate Mardi Gras.

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National

More gay blood donors could ease shortages, advocates say

January 23, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Thousands more blood donors are needed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Tagged blood donation, COVID-19, government, health, HIV, just.equal, News, pandemic, Red Cross Blood Service, Rodney Croome, Therapeutic Goods AdministrationLeave a comment
Features

My final form: Completing my trans surgery journey

January 20, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

A very private look into the world of transition procedures.

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Victoria

Richmond AFLW players to debut rainbow Pride Guernsey this weekend

January 18, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

“This jumper is about pride and the community.”

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New South Wales

Hate crime killer to be sentenced after guilty plea

January 16, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

Scott Johnson's murderer made a surprise confession in court.

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Entertainment

Sydney launch event this week for trans musician Cassy Judy

January 16, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

'When The World Was Flat' is a hit with fans already.

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National, Tasmania

Tasmania to suffer most under religious discrimination bill: advocates

January 10, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

The bill would have "a disastrous impact".

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Tagged Disability Voices Tasmania, discrimination, Equality Tasmania, government, Independent Education Union, inquiry, law, News, Peter Gutwein, religious discrimination bill, Rodney Croome, Unions Tasmania, Women’s Health TasmaniaLeave a comment
Features

‘Every letter is welcome’: Melbourne’s inclusive ice hockey club

January 9, 2022January 4, 2023 Jesse Jones

"It’s very action-packed and exciting to play and watch.”

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