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Bulgaria the latest nation to reverse policy on legalised prostitution, following European trend
String of countries say ‘No’ to sex industry’s predation of women and girls ■ By Anthony Barich
Western Australia is in danger of being left behind world trends after Bulgaria abruptly reversed its plan to legalise prostitution early this month. The eastern European nation’s decision came as part of its attempt to clamp down on the trafficking of women and girls and, according to media reports, to stop the nation becoming a prime destination for sex tourism. Bulgaria is the latest European country to reject the principle that the law should allow the sexual exploitation of women and girls; following the success of Sweden’s approach introduced in 1999, Finland banned buying sex from trafficked women last year. Norway is currently considering an outright ban on purchasing sex similar to Sweden’s policy, Amsterdam’s city government has proposed closing down over a quarter of its infamous storefront brothels in its red light district following a takeover by organised crime including the Russian mafia, while the Czech Republic, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia have rejected legalisation attempts. The US has adopted a foreign policy position against legalised prostitution based on its link with trafficking – a link which has spurred the global anti-prostitution movement. However, WA Greens leader Giz Watson, who was part of the Prostitution Law Reform Working Group that drew up the framework for the local legislation, dismissed the Swedish model. Through a spokeswoman, Ms Watson told anti-decriminalisation protesters outside WA’s Parliament House the day before Attorney General Jim McGinty’s Bill passed through the Lower House last week that Swedish researchers have claimed that Continued on - Vista 2 Perth protest, report, photos - Vista 2 & 3
Serious: A young protestor outside Parliament House in Perth holds a sign urging politicians to reject Attorney General Jim McGinty’s plan to legalise brothels. The cold and rainy weather did not deter approximately 300 people from attending the rally on Wednesday October 17. Photo: Sylvia Defendi
Kelmscott parish launches safe passages program for parents ■ By Anthony Barich
Confidence, competence and commitment to guide children through their adolescent years is what ‘Safe Passage Program’ is offering parents as part of a series of interactive DVD-based sessions at Good Shepherd par-
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ish hall in Kelmscott. The project, aimed at parents, will be presented by Silvina Martinez and is sponsored by the Knights of the Southern Cross branch in Kelmscott. The Safe Passage Program is designed to help children
JUST PLAIN SPECIAL
Pope Benedict XVI has appointed 23 new cardinals. Who are the men who will become key advisors to the Holy Father and leaders of the Church?
Kwinana Parish had a special day for some special people, including some acolytes with special intellectual needs. It was a great parish occasion.
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through what can be their most turbulent years. Sessions are at 7pm on October 22, November 5, 12 and 19 at the parish hall on Streich Avenue. Contact: Neville Voysey on (08) 9390 5666 or via nvo61963@bigpond.net.au
The Society of Catholic Teachers and Catholic Youth Ministry are inviting ‘women of witness,’ eager to learn more about witnessing to God in their daily lives, to a special day on November 10. They are also calling on men seeking formation on what it means
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50 YEARS STRONG
St Pius X School in Manning celebrated half a century since its founding - it was a great day to remember, and a great day to celebrate.
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INDEX Editorial/Letters
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Opinion
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The World
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Panorama
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Classifieds
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