Overview
This weekend the world was brought to a standstill by a horrific attack on a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Fifty people were tragically killed and another 53 injured in the shooting. Vigils have sprung up the world over, with everywhere from New York to Paris to Tel Aviv paying their respects to the victims and the LGBTQI community. Last night, Australia held its own countrywide tribute. Vigils were held in Sydney's inner-west suburb of Newtown and the rainbow corner of Gertrude and Smith Streets in Melbourne, and landmarks were lit up in all our capital cities.
Below, we've collected some of the best photos of Australian landmarks lit up in support of the victims and LGBTQI pride.
SYDNEY
We offer our condolences to those affected by the Orlando attack. The Sydney Harbour Bridge now has rainbow colours. pic.twitter.com/rNOpLIClq5
— Sydney Water (@SydneyWaterNews) June 13, 2016
We grieve and stand with you #Orlando pic.twitter.com/7jXxdekv0T
— Mike Baird (@mikebairdMP) June 13, 2016
Here's our pink Sydney Town Hall as it gets darker #Orlando pic.twitter.com/7kKOueTQ0E
— Clover Moore (@CloverMoore) June 13, 2016
MELBOURNE
As a mark of respect for those touched by the attack in Orlando. Town Hall is lit in the rainbow #LoveIsLove. pic.twitter.com/awcHsgdFVr
— City of Melbourne (@cityofmelbourne) June 13, 2016
In honour of the #Orlando victims & LGBTI people everywhere, our Spire will be lit in rainbow colours tonight. pic.twitter.com/y7cV2EIaah
— Arts Centre Melb (@artscentremelb) June 13, 2016
BRISBANE
Bloody sensational work Brissy, what a joint. Wonderful people and wonderful sentiment. #LoveWinspic.twitter.com/IN43f4gEXb
— Dan Anstey (@Dan_Anstey) June 13, 2016
ADELAIDE
Top image: Sydney Water News via Twitter.