PFLAG will have a contingent in the 2012 Mardi Gras. This year, unfortunately, our allocated number of wristbands remains limited, thus we will only be able to accept current PFLAG members and their immediate families and those closely affiliated with PFLAG to march with us.

The Mardi Gras Parade will be on Saturday 3rd March. Members and walkers will be meeting in Hyde Park near the corner of Elizabeth and Park Streets between 5 pm and 6pm. Walk in on the diagonal path from the corner. We meet under a huge tree, which is directly across Elizabeth Street from the Pacific Power building.

• As we will be using a SUV as part of our “float” this year, rather than a ute, it will not be possible to store personal effects during the march, so please bring a backpack.
• You will be required to obtain a wrist-band from the PFLAG committee in Hyde Park prior to the Parade.
• We won’t know until immediately before the Parade where our contingent will be assembling, so we usually walk from Hyde Park in a group to meet up with our transport no later than 6pm.

For those wishing to march in the PFLAG contingent, the following conditions will apply:

• All potential marchers must register by email, through the website or by contacting Judy on (02) 9869 1454 ASAP to avoid disappointment.
• Marchers must wear a white T-shirt with dark-coloured trousers or skirt. The dress code will be strictly adhered to.
• If you have a PFLAG T-shirt or cap please wear them. If you have a rainbow umbrella, please bring it along.
• Marchers must purchase and wear a PFLAG badge. These can be obtained for $3 each or 2 for $5 at the PFLAG stall at Fair Day or from a committee member in Hyde Park on the day.
• Please note, no alcohol can be consumed either in the marshalling area or during the march. Intoxicated people will be excluded from the PFLAG contingent.
• For safety reasons, no small children or strollers will be allowed.