On April 14, 2013, in response to the removal of the Rainbow Crossing in Oxford St, Darlinghurst, parents and children from several local schools chalked a rainbow in the public square at Summer Hill, as part of the DIY Rainbow Crossing movement.

On April 15, 2013, Ashfield Council workers removed the rainbow.
After media attention, council issued a statement labelling it a slip hazard and requested a permit be obtained before it could be re-chalked.
The events were covered in The Daily Telegraph, The Australian, Perth Now, and on 2DAY FM.

On April 17, 2013, it was rechalked by more than 100 people, including local councillor, Alex Lofts.
On April 18, it was again removed, only to be re-chalked.
Since that date it has remained chalked.
A group of families and supporters continue to chalk the rainbow, especially after rain.
This group has also ensured the area remains free of litter; they also hold occasional performances and arts-related celebrations at the site.
Some local businesses have offered discounts and support for the rainbow, these display a logo with a stylised image of the rainbow crossing on it.

At an Ashfield Council meeting on 28 May 2013 the council passed a motion that a permanent outline of a rainbow be painted in Summer Hill Square, with the understanding that this may be periodically 'chalked in' by children, families and community members.

The Summer Hill Rainbow Crossing has a following on Twitter, @SummerHillXing, and on Facebook.
On April 14, 2013, in response to the removal of the Rainbow Crossing in Oxford St, Darlinghurst, parents and children from several local schools chalked a rainbow in the public square at Summer Hill, as part of the DIY Rainbow Crossing movement.
On April 15, 2013, Ashfield Council workers removed the rainbow. After media attention, council issued a statement labelling it a slip hazard and requested a permit be obtained before it could be re-chalked. The events were covered in The Daily Telegraph, The Australian, Perth Now, and on 2DAY FM.
On April 17, 2013, it was rechalked by more than 100 people, including local councillor, Alex Lofts. On April 18, it was again removed, only to be re-chalked. Since that date it has remained chalked. A group of families and supporters continue to chalk the rainbow, especially after rain. This group has also ensured the area remains free of litter; they also hold occasional performances and arts-related celebrations at the site. Some local businesses have offered discounts and support for the rainbow, these display a logo with a stylised image of the rainbow crossing on it.
At an Ashfield Council meeting on 28 May 2013 the council passed a motion that a permanent outline of a rainbow be painted in Summer Hill Square, with the understanding that this may be periodically 'chalked in' by children, families and community members.
The Summer Hill Rainbow Crossing has a following on Twitter, @SummerHillXing, and on Facebook.
Summer Hill, New South Wales