by Alex Greenwich | Nov 25, 2011 | Australian commentary
The Age reported this morning that former Tasmanian premier David Bartlett has called on the Labor Party to overturn marriage laws that prevent gay marriage, even by Australians in countries where same-sex marriages are legal. The call came after Bartlett’s...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 25, 2011 | AME media releases, News
Marriage equality advocates are angry that the Australian Government is blocking the legal overseas same-sex marriage of the sister of the former Tasmanian Premier, David Bartlett. Mr Bartlett’s sister, Angela Borella, was set to marry her Portuguese partner in...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 25, 2011 | Australian news, News
Former Tasmanian premier David Bartlett has called on the Labor Party to overturn discriminatory marriage laws after learning the Australian government won’t allow his sister to marry her girlfriend in Portugal, even though same-sex marriages are legal there. Mr...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 24, 2011 | AME media releases, News
Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has confirmed she will delay a dinner with gay and lesbian couples until the New Year. The Prime Minister’s office called one of couples invited to the dinner to announce the delay. This was confirmed on tonight’s 730 Report...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 24, 2011 | Australian commentary
Speaking freely on crucial but controversial issues – like same-sex marriage – reduces the threat of MPs crossing the floor. Next year, the Federal Parliament will probably vote on same-sex marriage using the conscience-vote method. Prime Minister Julia...
