Homosexual Law (Press, 14 June 1967)
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Summary: Homosexual Law (Press, 14 June 1967)
On 14 June 1967, the secretary of the New Zealand Homosexual Law Reform Society, Mr J. W. Goodwin from Wellington, expressed concerns regarding comments made by Detective Superintendent Gordon, who gave what Goodwin referred to as an unofficial opinion on the reform of homosexual laws. Goodwin emphasised the need for transparency, suggesting that the public should know the identities of those advocating for legal changes in this area. The New Zealand Homosexual Law Reform Society was recently founded during a well-attended meeting in Wellington, which resulted in the establishment of a committee comprising various professionals dedicated to advocating for reform. The committee included members from diverse backgrounds: F. Davidge, a school teacher, M. Eggers, a public servant, J. W. Goodwin himself as an editor, B. Neels, a social worker, C. Parkin, a philosophy lecturer at Victoria University, C. G. Pottinger, a barrister and solicitor, S. W. Ransom, chief personnel officer for an industrial organisation, Dr. J. H. Robb, a sociology professor at Victoria University of Wellington, W. J. Scott, a former principal of the Wellington Teachers’ College, Mrs O. Smuts-Kennedy, a barrister and city councillor, and Mr C. Tanner from the National Orchestra. Goodwin defended the committee’s efforts, stating that they are pursuing a lawful and rational approach towards reform and should not face emotional backlash from law enforcement. He announced that a constitution for the society would be presented at an upcoming meeting, which is expected to feature a talk by the student counsellor from Victoria University. Mr Goodwin closed his statement by urging the public to choose between emotional responses and rational discourse in the face of the ongoing debate regarding homosexual law reform.
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