We can be proud that the nation has confirmed its fundamental value of a fair go for all. We can be even more proud that our beautiful island has confirmed it is truly open and inclusive by returning a result about the national average.

Our job now is keep our eyes on Canberra to make sure our politicians do their job without the kind of unnecessary caveats and carve outs that will perpetuate discrimination.

The postal survey has left damage in its wake, thanks to the prejudice that was stirred up. But my hope is that yes and no supporters can reach out to each other and heal some of the divisions the survey caused.

When marriage equality is enacted it will be great day for Australia. I hope we can all share the happiness and joy marriage equality will bring, regardless of how we voted.

I AM 77-years-old and feel the despicable act of using the “age card” in the Pembroke byelection has caused the Liberals to lose any hope of forming majority government after the next state election.

We “golden oldies” have long memories, we are not all over the hill and past our use by date and we vote.

Yes, Labor has four members in the Legislative Council and boy, would the Liberals like to be in the same position, there are another 10 independents members as well as one Liberal.

The Liberals will have the power to produce some “rabbits out of the hat” to partly rectify the situation, an apology would be a start.

SOCIAL Inclusion Week runs until December 3 and encourages communities to reconnect with one another and give people the opportunity to feel valued and connected to society.

Social isolation can often lead young people to engage in negative behaviour.

As a community we need to join together to combat marginalisation and ensure that young people feel included in society.

Social Inclusion Week is a good starting point, providing us with the opportunity to get involved in community events and gatherings for the benefit of young disaffected people.

But we must not stop there. Education is the key factor to breaking down the cycle of social isolation.

Youth Off The Streets invests heavily in our education programs and activities, creating opportunities for young people to learn valuable skills and engage with one another.

Our Outreach programs engage and connect young people, giving them access to fun activities and programs including sports, music and dance, education, volunteering and community projects.

These programs are all about connecting with local communities, building relationships and networks, and addressing social isolation and exclusion.

I believe that all young people should be given the chance to achieve their full potential.

That is why we continue to work so hard to develop programs within our services to ensure that our young people feel included and valued, providing them with opportunities to engage in their local communities and society.

You too can do your part in the community, so get involved, volunteer, and connect with your local community, friends and family to support our young people during Social Inclusion Week.

IT APPEARS that the Prime Minister is still clinging to the hope that President Trump will greatly increase the number of refugees allowed into America from the 54 accepted so far under the “dumb deal” granted by his predecessor having ready been given the green light that a token number will satisfy Australia’s government.

Of course, the conservative faction will not allow the New Zealand deal to flourish, lead by Prime Minister in waiting, Peter Dutton. At least give 150 human beings a chance to live a reasonable life. If the USA deal is so good there is no way that country will offer any objection to acceptance of the NZ offer.

INTERESTING reading a letter (The Examiner, November 14), stating categorically that there is a God as everything in the Bible tells us that.

I just wonder, especially with the Old Testament, where these stories came from. After all, Adam and Eve only had the snake to make notes when they were around and as far as I know none of the three could write.

Having been brought up as a Methodist, confirmed reed into the Church of England I have found over the decades that I've questioned most things I used to believe in. I guess we all had blind faith and now with churches and ministers in disgrace we find religion isn't infallible at all.

As for same sex marriage didn't God tell us that we are all equal and he loves us all, even sinners?

JOHN Collin’s (The Examiner, November 18) comments are hysterical claptrap.

As opposed to Stephen Parry, John Alexander, and Jacqui Lambie, Justine Keay recognised her dual citizenship and made every effort to have her situation resolved.

Parry, Alexander and Lambie waited for three months at least and after a High Court decision before they made a decision they should of made a lot earlier. Their actions are indefensible, but atypical of the conservative side of politics with their  ‘divine right to rule’ mentality.