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Mardi Gras Leaders Claim Silencing Over Queer Rights Advocacy

1/27/2026

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Luna Choo and Damien Nguyen of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras allege silencing by locking their accounts after criticizing a 2026 motion.
The Board denies the allegations, saying email access follows governance processes rather than political views.
Former director Charlie Murphy and others have alleged disciplinary actions for advocating queer rights, drawing criticism from the community.

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Luna Choo and Damien Nguyen of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras allege silencing by locking their accounts after criticizing a 2026 motion.
The Board denies the allegations, saying email access follows governance processes rather than political views.
Former director Charlie Murphy and others have alleged disciplinary actions for advocating queer rights, drawing criticism from the community.