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Ecstatic reception greets Dayenu at Mardi Gras

Rob Klein — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:35:36 +0000

Jewish LGBTQ+ group Dayenu marched in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras last Saturday after reversing an earlier decision to withdraw over security concerns. The event proved to be one of the most successful and uplifting in the group’s history, with more than 120 guests joining pre- and post-parade celebrations. Marchers travelled to the […]

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Dayenu confirms return to Mardi Gras parade – ‘delighted to be marching’

Rob Klein — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:37:35 +0000

Sydney’s Jewish LGBTQIA+ organisation Dayenu will march in the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday 28 February, reversing its earlier decision to withdraw after securing additional safety assurances. In an announcement today, the Dayenu committee said the decision followed strong community support and negotiations with Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras […]

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Dayenu withdraws from Sydney Mardi Gras parade after 25 years citing safety fears

J-Wire News Service — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:05:19 +0000

Sydney’s Jewish LGBTQIA+ organisation Dayenu has withdrawn from the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, ending a continuous 25-year tradition of participation, citing fears for the safety of members, spectators, participants, volunteers, police, and the broader community amid rising antisemitism and recent violent incidents. The decision follows the December 14, 2025, Bondi Beach […]

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Dayenu celebrates 25 years of pride, inclusion, and community at Sydney Mardi Gras

Rob Klein — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:36:34 +0000

In marking its 25th anniversary, Dayenu took to the streets once again, proudly marching in the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade, a celebration of pride, diversity, and unity. This milestone year was dedicated to thanking the Jewish community for 25 years of unwavering support and acceptance. From its early days to today, Dayenu has flourished thanks […]

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20 years of Mardi Gras for Dayenu

J-Wire Newsdesk — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 21:47:03 +0000

Celebrating 20 years since the first Dayenu float made a huge impact on the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.

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Rabbi on the Mardi Gras float

J-Wire Newsdesk — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 03:03:17 +0000

Emanuel Synagogue's Rabbi Jacqueline Ninio joined in Sydney's Mardi Gras celebrations...the first time a rabbi has participated.

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Sydney’s Mardi Gras Jewish contingent

J-Wire Staff — Sun, 05 Mar 2017 04:30:48 +0000

Over 60 people danced up Sydney's Oxford St. with a rainbow flag to choreography created by Kathy Baykitch and music which ranged from the Pesach song, “Dayenu” through Frank Sinatra’s “Love and Marriage” to gay anthem, “ Free, Gay & Happy”.

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Dayenu on parade

J-Wire News Service — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 03:28:43 +0000

Dayenu's float at Sydney's Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras was accompanied by almost eighty participants.

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Top Israeli DJ to star at Mardi Gras

J-Wire Staff — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 01:02:08 +0000

The Embassy of Israel, together with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, are excited to announce the visit to Australia of Israeli DJ Shahaf Moran.

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Israel float at Auckland’s Mardi Gras

Henry Benjamin — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 04:02:50 +0000

Members of the Israeli Embassy staff in Wellington have participated in the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in Auckland.

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