by Alex Greenwich | Jul 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
Marriage equality advocates are deeply disappointed that Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has indicated she may not respect a motion at December’s National Labor Conference in favour of allowing same-sex marriages. Australian Marriage Equality National Convener,...
by Alex Greenwich | Jul 7, 2011 | Australian commentary
Steve Dow argues that Labor politicians must pack up personal prejudices and give same-sex couples a go. Labor’s latest leader has hoisted the rainbow flag and declared ”I do” for Australia legalising same-sex marriage as a matter of justice and...
by Alex Greenwich | Jun 29, 2011 | Australian commentary
The Labor Party is under increasing pressure to support gay marriage at its upcoming national conference. However, many within the ALP still remain unconvinced – including the Prime Minister. 7.30’s Heather Ewart investigates. * LEIGH SALES, PRESENTER: If...
by Alex Greenwich | Jun 29, 2011 | Australian news, News
When Brendon Beavan, 37, met Michael Faucett, 46, more than four years ago, he wasn’t afraid to ask: “Do you believe in marriage?” “Yes,” replied Michael, who admits it was love at first sight. The Campbelltown couple sang a duet when...
by Alex Greenwich | Jun 28, 2011 | Australian news, News
Labor frontbencher Peter Garrett sees the case for same-sex marriage, but believes it is a matter for the party to decide as a whole. “I don’t see what the major impediments to it are,” Mr Garrett told ABC Television today. “But I recognise...
