Tag: Australia
Julia Gillard Change Of Heart On Marriage Equality Welcomed
Advocates have welcomed Julia Gillard’s decision to support marriage equality saying it shows public figures can change their mind on the issue. They have also condemned Tony Abbott’s for keeping alive the possibility of a referendum.
Australia : Advocates Welcome Report Marriage Equality Referendum Off The Table
Marriage equality advocates have welcomed a report that Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, has dropped plans for a referendum on the issue.
Australia : Advocates Seek To Reassure Julie Bishop Over Religious Freedom
Advocates are seeking a meeting with Foreign Minister, Julie Bishop, to reassure her that marriage equality will not violate religious freedoms.
Boy given ‘shock therapy to cure his homosexuality’ after reporting rape
A young boy who was raped during his time at a Victorian youth training centre was made to have shock treatment to “cure his homosexuality”, the child abuse royal commission is told.
Poll Shows Coalition Isolated From Majority Of Australians – 69% Support For Marriage Equality, 53% Support Among Coalition Voters
Advocates have welcomed a new Fairfax/Ipsos marriage equality poll showing 69% support nationally, including 53% support among Coalition voters.
Australia : Advocates Say Cross-Party Model For Plebiscite At Next Election Is Best Option For Public Vote
Marriage equality advocates say if there has to be a plebiscite on marriage equality the Senate cross-party proposal yesterday is the best option.