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Thorpe’s office has been contacted for comment.And welcome back to the Guardian’s morning live blog, where we will take you through the day’s rolling news updates.became the first prime minister to join the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade.
Alongside him, 12,500 people danced their way along Oxford Street, flaunting rainbow sequins and sparkles. NSW opposition leadermarched alongside Albanese to cheers from the crowd.memorial will be held at Hamer Hall in Melbourne this afternoon – those attending are encouraged to wear orange in memory.will perform a set of Newton-John’s hits, and
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Thorpe's call for a 'progressive no' vote timed for maximum impactThis week was dubbed a 'week of action' by those campaigning for a yes vote in the referendum expected later in the year as they tried to leave the Canberra bubble. One senator had other ideas, writes Dan Bourchier.
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Ian Thorpe urges sporting bodies to do more for inclusivity awarenessIan Thorpe says sports organisations have made great strides for LGBTIQ+ inclusivity, but still have a role to play in the wider community.
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‘It is important for me to do this’: Ian Thorpe unveils major next moveFor two years the COVID pandemic had forced its relocation to the SCG, but tonight, Sydney's sydneymardigras parade is back at its spiritual home Oxford Street. MardiGras 7NEWS
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Sydney Mardi Gras 2023: Parade returns to Oxford Street | Weather forecast | Road closuresHundreds of thousands of people are expected to flock to Sydney’s annual Mardi Gras parade on Saturday, prompting a warning for drivers to expect delays as a number of major roads are shut off to traffic. 9News
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