The 1979 Star Hotel riot has gone down as one of the most infamous chapters in Newcastle’s history, but what does the site mean to residents now, 45 years on?
Jack Gillett-Faulkner speaks to Bernie’s Bar co-owners Grace Tose and Patrick Fisher about the significance of the historic building, and how their connection to its past sparked their mission to revive the venue as a home for Newcastle’s growing LGBTQIA+ community.
Producer and narrator:
Jack Gillett-Faulkner
Intervieweees:
Grace Tose
Patrick Fisher
Music:
“City Walk” by John Patitucci, obtained under the YouTube Audio Library License https://youtu.be/veEKrqZWoL0?si=sfMj0daKnfjnzOd
Sound effects:
Sounds of City - Outdoor Bar by michaelbesaw - https://freesound.org/s/620211/ - License: Creative Commons 0
Bio: Jack Gillett-Faulkner is a third-year Bachelor of Media and Communication student at the University of Newcastle. Majoring in News Media, he has produced written, digital and audio stories on topics such as mental health, LGBTQIA+ culture, and public transport as part of his university studies.
Bernie’s Bar:
Website: https://berniesbarnewcastle.com
Facebook: Bernie’s Bar
Instagram: @berniesbarnewcastle
Jack Gillett-Faulkner:
Instagram: @jgfeighteen18
X/Twitter: @jgf18eighteen
Thumbnail image of Nobby’s Lighthouse, Newcastle by Roanish on Flickr, licence CC by 2.0. https://www.flickr.com/photos/49236322@N06/4605602729