Pic: Flickr More than 10,000 people have signed an online petition to save the rainbow crossing on Sydney’s Oxford St. The vibrant striped walkway was installed in late February at a cost of AU$110,000, but is scheduled to be removed from the road by the end of March. Local MP Alex Greenwich started the “Keep the fabulous Taylor Square rainbow crossing,” petition. It says lesbians and gay men were beaten and bashed on Oxford Street in 1978, and homophobic violence was rife for years. “To now have our flag on our street celebrates how far we have come and is a tribute to the battles we have won. “The crossing will be a major tourist attraction and bring new life to Oxford Street. It is a colourful piece of public art as well. “We don't see the crossing will cause safety risks, and many encourage road users to take more care. “Please allow the rainbow crossing to remain a permanent reminder of our history.”
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First published: Wednesday, 20th March 2013 - 2:48pm