Anthony Albanese on Saturday (February 25) became Australia's first prime minister to join the marchers at Sydney's Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. "We need to be a country that respects everyone for who they are," Albanese said as thousands of people gathered for the colourful event.

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Anthony Albanese becomes first Australia PM to march in Sydney Mardi Gras. Watch

Man charged in crash at New Orleans Mardi Gras parade