The Bookshop Darlinghurst

The Bookshop Darlinghurst was an LGBT bookshop in Sydney, Australia.

The bookshop was founded in 1982.[1] The co-founders were Wayne Harrison and Les McDonald.[2]

During the 1980s, the bookshop played a role in providing information and support in the face of the HIV/AIDS pandemic.[3]

In mid-2024, Les McDonald transferred ownership of the shop to Charles Gregory, a former worker at the shop.[4]

The bookshop closed on 24 December 2025, due to the financial effects of a planned move being repeatedly delayed by the developer.[5]

References

  1. ^ Sainty, Lane (23 December 2025). "Sydney's queer bookstore 'haven' to close after 43 years: 'This has never been about just selling books'". The Guardian. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  2. ^ Gray, Madeleine (11 June 2019). "The Bookshop: The story of Australia's oldest LGBT bookstore". BBC News. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  3. ^ Magaletti, Douglas (23 August 2022). "Sydney's Gay Bookstore The Bookshop Darlinghurst Celebrates 40 Years". Star Observer. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  4. ^ Sargeant, Chloe (21 June 2024). "Beloved Sydney LGBT Bookstore 'Bookshop Darlinghurst' Has A New Owner". Star Observer. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  5. ^ Thirumalai, Ananya (29 September 2025). "Bookshop Darlo closes after 43 years". Honi Soit. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
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