So here is a story that generated some attention during the day:
A leading education scholarship provider backed by some of Australia’s biggest businesses has begun quizzing high school students on their sexuality as part of its application process, sparking fresh concerns about the creeping influence of LGBTI rights activism on schools.
The Australian Business and Community Network Scholarship Foundation is inviting applications for its 2016 grants program and, for the first time, is offering a grant targeted at Year 10 students who “identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and/or intersex”.
At first glance, it is their money and they can give it to whomever they please. But …
The scholarships, each valued at $7000 over three years, are open to Year 10 students, who are typically 15 or 16.
The age of 15 is below the age of consent in every state or territory of Australia. In some states the age of consent is 17.
The foundation, Microsoft, Optus and PwC did not respond to requests for comment.
I’m not surprised – perhaps this is a matter for the police and not reporters from The Australian.