by Carol Burger | Aug 24, 2014 | AME Talks, Australian commentary, Australian news
A proud Brisbane mother is helping other parents understand, accept and support the gay sons and daughters living in the community. In 1995, Shelley Argent was an “ordinary, stay-at-home mother” when her son James’ announced: “Mum, Dad… I’m...
by Jen | Aug 18, 2014 | AME media releases, Australian commentary, News
Marriage equality advocates have congratulated Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell on their decision to marry, but say the couple should be able to marry at home in Australia. Australian Marriage Equality national director, Rodney Croome, said, “It’s wonderful...
by Jen | Aug 16, 2014 | Australian commentary, Australian news, News
On the anniversary of the 2004 federal Marriage Act amendment that legally and explicitly banned gay marriages in Australia, several advocates for marriage equality met in Brisbane in their message to urge politicians to heed overwhelming public support and vote in...
by Jen | Aug 16, 2014 | Australian commentary, Australian news, News
Ten years ago today, what started as a small, quiet battle by two same-sex couples to have their marriages formally recognised was brought to a crushing standstill on the national stage.
by Jen | Aug 16, 2014 | Australian commentary, Australian news, News
Dear Mr McCormack, I am writing in response to The Area News article from August 6, 2014 entitled “’No’ to same-sex marriage vote – Federal MP”.
by Jen | Aug 16, 2014 | Australian commentary, Australian news, News
Nearly 80 per cent of swing voters support same-sex marriage, according to the Liberal Party’s in-house pollster, in findings that will ratchet up pressure on Prime Minister Tony Abbott to allow his MPs a free vote on the issue.
