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26 Jun 2025

50 Years of Gay Decriminalisation in South Australia

Advocacy and Activism, Sex & Sexuality, Thorne Harbour Health (VAC)

South Australia this year is celebrating 50 years of gay decriminalisation with a bevy of events from street parties to sport events and nature walks.

The flagship Adelaide Pride Gala is also taking place on Friday June 27th to honour the state’s history, celebrate the community and recognise those making a positive impact across South Australia.

In this episode of WWW we’ll hear from South Australians who were there when homosexuality was decriminalised including:

• South Australian Legislative Council Member, the Honorable Ian Hunter
• Gay Liberationist and Historian William Sergeant OAM, and
• CEO of the History Trust of South Australia, Greg Mackie OAM

Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell.

If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au

Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

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