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Niger just made same-sex marriage an actual crime
4+ hour, 37+ min ago (353+ words) The West African nation of Niger has passed new laws criminalising both male and female homosexuality, while also making participation in a same-sex marriage in any capacity a criminal offence. Under the new penal code approved by the Republic of…...
Community reports over-policing on Oxford St during Pride Month
12+ hour, 56+ min ago (407+ words) Queer folk are being encouraged to share their experiences for further investigation after recent reports of over-policing on Oxford Street. Multiple individuals reported seeing excessive numbers of police in Sydney's most infamous gay hotspot on Saturday, June 13, as well as…...
NZ church billboard opposes bill that would define gender
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (490+ words) An Anglican church in Auckland is weighing in on a controversial law that would define all women in New Zealand as "adult human biological females" and all men as "adult human biological males" with a colourful billboard. "We don't care…...
Darwin Pride Festival brings four days of Top End community connection
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (468+ words) Get ready for Darwin Pride Festival this week, celebrating "Top End visibility, activism and community with four days of fabulous events. Kicking off June 18, Darwin Pride Festival brings four days of powerful community connection, creativity, and celebration across Darwin. This…...
Ariana Grande launches new foundation supporting gay and trans rights
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (491+ words) Ariana Grande has launched the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation to support gay and trans rights, mental health services, and shine a light on LGBTQ+ voices. The Foundation "uplifts and directly funds small organisations that provide protection, support, and vital resources…...
DV-alert launches LGBT-focused frontline training workshop
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (508+ words) This July, frontline training program DV-alert is launching its first dedicated national workshop focused on better supporting LGBTQIA+ communities experiencing domestic and family violence. The nationally-recognised training program, which is delivered by Lifeline Australia and federally funded by the government,…...
LGBTQIA+ advocates recognised with King's Birthday Honours
1+ week, 2+ day ago (1590+ words) The 2026 King's Birthday Honours include inspiring LGBTQIA+ figures such as Melbourne-based nephrologist Dr Dov Degen, Broadcaster Fran Kelly, WA HIV advocate Mark Reid, and the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner, Ro Allen. This year's King's Birthday Honours showcased…...
Buy one ticket: Backing community this Pride Month matters more than ever
1+ week, 6+ day ago (974+ words) With venue closures, rising costs and growing social isolation, queer community spaces are far more than places to socialise. Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Jesse Matheson shares the serious pressures LGBTQIA+ events, venues and community producers are facing…...
Kathy Hilton, We Ho Pride and the Grand Marshal Icon: what is going on?
1+ week, 6+ day ago (602+ words) Kathy Hilton is no longer set to be honoured as We Ho Pride's Grand Marshal Icon after criticism from LGBTQIA+ community members prompted organisers to reconsider the appointment. The reality television personality and prominent socialite was announced as the 2026 We…...
Gay Ski Week Australia and Winter Pride NZ hit pause for 2026
1+ week, 6+ day ago (537+ words) Queer snow season is going to look a little different this year, with both Gay Ski Week Australia and Winter Pride confirming they will not go ahead in 2026. The announcements mark a sad moment for queer winter tourism across Australia…...