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New Orleans offered plan to protect Mardi Gras and landmarks with barriers

Mayor’s office and police won’t comment on whether city will adopt plans to use 700lb steel barriers

The Guardian - US · Jan 15, 2025

Louisiana promises more security for Mardi Gras after terrorist attack left 14 dead

State Attorney General Liz Murrill said measures would be in place throughout the period leading up to the festival’s conclusion on March 4

The Independent UK · Jan 7, 2025

Louisiana Launches Investigation Into New Year's Day Massacre

Louisiana investigates New Year's Day massacre, enhances security for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl events to ensure public safety.

New Orleans Recalibrating Safety Measures For Major Events

New Orleans council member discusses safety measures for upcoming major events like Sugar Bowl, Super Bowl, and Mardi Gras.

Uniformed NSW police allowed to participate in Sydney Mardi Gras

In a vote at the event’s annual general meeting on Saturday, members narrowly decided against banning the force from marching

The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2024

Mardi Gras votes to let police march in 2025 parade

A proposal to stop police from marching at the 2025 Mardi Gras parade has been narrowly voted down by organisers.

AAP · Dec 7, 2024

Should Police Be Allowed To March In Mardi Gras 2025? Members Will Cast Their Vote This Weekend

54% of survey respondents did not feel that police should be allowed to march in the 2025 Mardi Gras parade.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 5, 2024

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Lose the force: call to ban cops from Mardi Gras

A proposal to stop police from marching at Mardi Gras would be a "slap in the face" to LGBTQI officers, a state premier says.

AAP · Dec 5, 2024

Mardi Gras battles tragedy, costs to launch new program

The 2025 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festival has been launched with a renewed focus on diversity and inclusion.

AAP · Nov 7, 2024

Visiting Saints Fans Had a Parade Outside Stadium After Beating Dallas

Mardi Gras hit Dallas when the Saints beat the Cowboys.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16, 2024

Chiding for pro-Palestinians who 'usurped' Mardi Gras

A magistrate has issued stern remarks to pro-Palestine activists who stormed the Sydney Mardi Gras with flares as he sentenced them to good behaviour bonds.

AAP · Sep 5, 2024

Consultation on police involvement in Sydney Mardi Gras

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras board is consulting on the participation of NSW Police at future events.

AAP · Aug 24, 2024

'Quite rattled': toll of Mardi Gras policing revealed

Heavy-handed drug policing operations at Sydney World Pride and Mardi Gras continue to impact police and LGBTQI community relations, experts say.

AAP · Apr 26, 2024

Mardi Gras parade sparkles through sorrow and tension

The glitter and glow of Mardi Gras has drawn some 120,000 people to Sydney's annual LGBTQI parade despite friction over police participation.

AAP · Mar 2, 2024

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The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2024

Pro-Palestinian protesters charged after Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Police confirmed one man and seven women were charged after entering the parade route near Taylor Square on Saturday night

The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2024

Crowdfunding campaign brings first Timor-Leste float to Sydney Mardi Gras parade

It was only two weeks ago that the founder of Timor-Leste’s own pride march learned he and 10 others were coming to Australia

The Guardian - AU · Mar 1, 2024

‘It feels like we lost brothers’: Sydney Mardi Gras preparations take on sombre tone after alleged murders

Mixed emotions within the LGBTQ+ community as it reels from killings of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies allegedly by a serving police officer

AAP · Mar 1, 2024

Mardi Gras float honours Timorese heritage and struggle

A Timorese-Australian artist blends cultural heritage with Mardi Gras flair in a lovingly crafted float to parade through the streets of both Sydney and Dili.

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AAP · Mar 1, 2024

Couple commemorated in community's 'heartbreaking' loss

The lives of flight attendant Luke Davies and AFL umpire Jesse Baird were remembered through tributes during Sydney's Mardi Gras parade.

AAP · Mar 1, 2024

Tumultuous Mardi Gras week reaching glittering finale

Sydney has exploded with major events since mid-February, culminating in a Mardi Gras parade that has already been tainted by controversy and tragedy.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 28, 2024

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Sydney Mardi Gras Allows Police To March

Sydney Mardi Gras organizers ease ban on police marching in parade following tragic incident. Debate ensues on law enforcement's role in LGBTQIA+ event.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2024

NSW police to march in plainclothes at Sydney Mardi Gras after deal reached

Commissioner is ‘delighted’ by outcome but decision angers some activists in the wake of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird murder investigation

The Guardian - AU · Feb 27, 2024

‘A lot of hurt and anger’: how the queer community feels let down by NSW police

Despite a 26-year tradition of officers marching at Mardi Gras, the Paddington alleged murders have brought growing discontent with the force to a head

AAP · Feb 26, 2024

Police to discuss marching out of uniform at Mardi Gras

NSW Police have been asked not to march at Sydney's Mardi Gras, sparking concerns of setting back an already fraught relationship with the LGBTIQ community.

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