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The Consulate General proudly supported the Irish Community Float in the 2016 Sydney Mardi Gras

Sydney Queer Irish float helmed by Panti Bliss. Sydney, 2016

The Consulate was delighted to support the Sydney Queer Irish float in the 2016 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. Over 140 people took part in the float, which took its inspiration from Ireland's original Pirate Queen, Grace O'Malley, with guest of honour Panti Bliss at the helm.

The Mardi Gras Parade, which took place on 5 March through the streets of Sydney, is in its 38th year. The Sydney Queer Irish float, which was one of the biggest in this year's parade, was also supported by Tourism Ireland.

Mardi Gras Parade, 5 March 2016, Sydney

For more information on Sydney Queer Irish visit their website or follow them on Facebook or Twitter.