Sydney gay nightclub apologises after backlash over ‘Pink Pony’ name referencing lesbian pop hit

Owner and manager of venue which will be renamed say original decision was error of judgment' with mention of preferred mix' described as tone deaf and hurtful'

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A new gay nightclub in Sydney that was forced to change its name referencing a song by US lesbian popstar Chappell Roan has apologised for any hurt caused" to the LGBTQ+ community.

The venue, which was to be named Pink Pony", also said nominating its preferred clientele as young gay men was tone deaf and hurtful".