A Melbourne Council has cancelled its controversial “drag storytime” event after protests from local families.
Monash City Council CEO Andi Diamond said the decision was made after Victoria Police advised of potential safety risks to staff.
“This event has attracted significant attention with hateful and threatening commentary and misinformation spread online, via email and directly over the phone,” Diamond said in a statement on May 4.
“It is incredibly disappointing to have to cancel an event designed to celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.”
Families were invited to sign-up kids (aged one to six) to a “sparkling morning of stories and songs to inspire young readers” hosted by Lisa and a “special guest”, Sam T, aimed at spreading the message of “equality and appreciation of diversity” at the Oakleigh Library….