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Forced out of Australia’s military due to his sexuality, David says an apology is ‘long overdue’ for veterans like him

By Tom McIlroy and Krishani DhanjiJuly 31, 2026·Source: The Guardian·8 views

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Exclusive: ADF personnel who were discriminated against for being LGBTQ+ are owed a national apology, federal government toldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA national apology should be issued to LGBTQ+ veterans and service personnel who experienced discrimination at the hands of the Australian Defence Force, according to recommendations to the federal government.David Gibson, who was discharged from the military in 1989 because he was bisexual and chair of GLBTI Rights in Ageing, said it was time for the prime minister to issue an apology. Continue reading...

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