The 78'ers On The Night Sydney Mardi Gras Was Violently Born

Have you heard of the 78’ers? They’re the group people who first marched through the streets of Sydney in celebration of the queer community. Unfortunately, not everyone was keen to partake in the partying, resulting in arrests, protests and violence. Almost 50 years on from the very first Sydney Gay & Lesbian Made Gras and where are we at? We ask some of those original 78’ers their thoughts on just how far we’ve come. THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia Listen: The Tough Conversation We Need To Have To Keep Our Kids Safe Get $20 off for our birthday. Click here to get a yearly Mamamia subscription for just $49. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  With thanks to:  Original 78'ers Diane Minnis & Karl Zlotkowski. You can find out more about the organisation here and buy their book here Producers: Claire Murphy  Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.