NOW
NEXT
LATER
NOW
NEXT
LATER
NOW
NEXT
LATER

JOY Drive

8 Aug 2024

Tasty Nightclub raid: audio from the JOY Archives

History, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics

Tasty Nightclub raid: audio from the JOY Archives

30 years ago today, 463 law-abiding citizens were enjoying their evening at the Tasty Nightclub when about 50 police officers burst into the club and strip searched the patrons.

The violent nature of the attack was unexpected and it destroyed the relationship between the LGBTIQ+ community and Victoria Police.

Due to a scared community, the club lacked patronage after the raid and closed five weeks later.

The police eventually apologised in 2014, and settled a class action lawsuit totalling $6m.

Comment: Harriet Shing, Minister for Equality, State Government of Victoria

RECENT PODCAST

Anthony Smith: Mental Health during Christmas and new year festivities

24 Dec 2024

Anthony Smith: Mental Health during Christmas and new year festivities

Health, Kids & Family, LGBTIQA+ Community, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships, Self-Help

The holidays are often called 'the most wonderful time of the year,' but they can also bring stress, anxiety, and ...

Dr Verity Truelove: Apps and Road Safety

19 Dec 2024

Dr Verity Truelove: Apps and Road Safety

Law, Personal Safety, Technology, Travel

Navigation apps are great for working out the best way to navigate, but they also play a role in road ...

Tim Hunter: Kultcha

19 Dec 2024

Tim Hunter: Kultcha

Society & Culture

Find out what’s on Melbourne with Tim Hunter. In this podcast, Tim talks about: - One Day in September – ...