Big support for Pride Festival

Angela Carr
Djilang/Geelong
February 20, 2024
Issue 
1400
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Geelong Rainbow pride march. Photo: Angela Carr

Two hundred people attended Geelong Rainbow’s annual Pride march on February 17, which was followed by a festival celebrating LGBTIQ performers.

Both events showcased the strength and diversity of the LGBTIQ community.

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Socialist Alliance councillor Sarah Hathway. Photo: Supplied

Sarah Hathway, Socialist Alliance Councillor for City of Greater Geelong Council, opened both events by encouraging people to raise their ideas and concerns with local government.

She called on people to sign a petition, hosted by Rainbow Local Government, urging council to implement the Victorian government’s .

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At the Rainbow Pride march. Photo: Supplied
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