Tag: Auckland
New Zealand : Group demands resignation of GABA President
A group of queer and trans activists, No Pride in Prisons, is demanding the resignation of the Gay Auckland Business Association (GABA) president, Heather Carnegie. This follows what the group believes to have been inexcusable and irresponsible behaviour at Auckland’s Pride parade on Saturday night.
NZ : Human Rights Commission condemns Hate Prayers
The Human Rights Commission has condemned an Auckland man who recently said he would be praying for a gay rights activist to commit suicide.
Pastor told gay Christian: Go kill yourself
A gay man who sent an email about his new book promoting gay-friendly religion was told by a church pastor to kill himself.
Major events funding confirmed for Auckland Pride Parade
The Auckland Pride Parade will feature in Auckland’s major events calendar for the next two years, thanks to support from Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) on behalf of Auckland Council.
Embassy of Israel to participate in Auckland Gay Parade
Whilst BDS Campaigners have fled in their minivan to Wellington to protest against the performance of the world renowned Dance Company Batsheva at the New Zealand Festival, the Embassy of Israel will be participating in Auckland’s annual Gay Parade this Saturday the 22nd of February.
Same-sex ‘kiss-in’ shows support for gay McDonald’s worker
A McDonald’s worker who claims he was unfairly discriminated against because he is gay protested alongside colleagues and members of the gay community tonight in central Auckland.