The Central Coast’s own Sydney Mardi Gras float was well received by both crowds and fashion critics last weekend.
The Coastal Twist float was accepted into the event for the fourth time this year, and each time has been recognised for the quality costumes and dance routines held along the 2 kilometre route.
The float theme this year was Galactic Love, ‘reflecting a mission to spread love and inclusion throughout the galaxy’.
The costumes reflected the galactic theme with splashes of blues, whites and oranges together with neon lights.
The Central float was broadcast across SBS and ABC and syndicated across dozens of international TV and online channels.
Coastal Twist was a finalist for best float design in 2021 and this year’s float creativity secured its participation and included 80 local people.
Meanwhile back in Ettalong, the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus hosted a Mardi Gras viewing bbq as part of the official extended program.
Creative Director Glitta Supernova said “It was a wonderful opportunity for people all across the coast to come together and celebrate our diverse communities”
“It was a real community shindig, it was such a beautiful experience,” she said.
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras grew from gay rights parades held annually since 1978 when many participants were arrested for staging the event.
These days the NSW Police, government agencies, corporates and many community action groups march together to celebrate diversity and inclusion.
CCN