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“I know lots of people who are completely accepting of gay and LGBT people, and that includes a heap of people who are Catholic and Christian,” he said on Thursday.
“It would be a misrepresentation for people to think of Geraldton as a homophobic town because the people here are very supportive of the LGBT community.”
Sheppard urged the community to give Mr Abetz’s event a positive slant by opening conversations in their own homes and families on the need for acceptance.
“This is a great opportunity for parents and adults to let their young kids or teenagers know that it’s absolutely fine to be who they are,” he said.