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The Last Mile | Victoria launches virtual elimination of HIV goal

Victoria's HIV sector is urging political parties to fund ambitious reforms aimed at virtually eliminating HIV transmission by 2030.

On This Gay Day | Cory Bernardi raised concerns about bestiality

The former Liberal politician resigned as a parliamentary secretary the following day.

Senator Penny Allman-Payne says Queensland government’s ban on gender care opens door to more discrimination

Senator Penny Allman-Payne has welcomed legal action challenging Queensland's restrictions on gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth.

Australian government will apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans

The Federal Government will formally apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans harmed by discriminatory military policies, with calls for compensation.

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Senator Penny Allman-Payne says Queensland government’s ban on gender care opens door to more discrimination

Senator Penny Allman-Payne has welcomed legal action challenging Queensland's restrictions on gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth.

Australian government will apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans

The Federal Government will formally apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans harmed by discriminatory military policies, with calls for compensation.

Crackdown against LGBTIQA+ community in Türkiye continues

Police in Türkiye reportedly used tear gas on protesters after activist detentions, prompting international concern from rights groups.

Michaelia Cash fails in bid to revive Sex Discrimination Act amendment bill

Senator Michaelia Cash's attempt to revive proposed Sex Discrimination Act amendments was defeated, despite support from Coalition and One Nation senators.

Largest trans sex and health survey highlights resilience and progress

The second Australian Trans and Gender Diverse Sexual Health Survey paints an encouraging picture of progress in Australia.

The Last Mile | HIV diagnoses in Australia show more work needed to reach some groups

Australia has achieved global HIV testing and treatment targets, but late diagnoses and disparities among key communities remain.

Calls for Wear It Purple Day to be banned

Former ACT principal Janelle Rowe says opposition to Wear It Purple Day led to her resignation and prompts calls for schools to ban the initiative.

Police in Türkiye raid multiple LGBTIQA+ and HIV organisations as part of crackdown

Operation 'My Family Is Safe' is targeting LGBTIQA+ and HIV organisations for 'violating moral standards'.

Woman charged after alleged intimidation incident at Sydney pastors’ home

Sydney pastors allege threats, attempted intrusion and power disruption at their home, while police charge one woman with intimidation.

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Join the Transgender Insurgency

WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.

Out & Loud Festival: 400 singers come together for Out & Loud Gala this November

Perth Pride Choir is bringing the Out & Loud Choral Festival to our city for the first time later this year.

Palace Foreshore to make west coast debut with Fatboy Slim and more

Melbourne's thriving seaside live music precinct is set to head west in 2027, bringing major acts to Fremantle across two massive weekends.

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Palace Foreshore to make west coast debut with Fatboy Slim and more

Melbourne's thriving seaside live music precinct is set to head west in 2027, bringing major acts to Fremantle across two massive weekends.

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New offerings from Meek, Soft Cell, Peaches, Zedd teams up with Shania Twain, and there's a great collab between Adam Oh, Cakes Da Killa and Baby Tate.

BBC axes RuPaul’s Drag Race UK

The BBC is ending its involvement with RuPaul's Drag Race UK, while World of Wonder plans a future All Stars series.

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On This Gay Day | Cory Bernardi raised concerns about bestiality

The former Liberal politician resigned as a parliamentary secretary the following day.

On This Gay Day | The TV series M*A*S*H premiered

One of the show's most memorable characters would be the dress-loving Corporal Klinger.

On This Gay Day | Australia updated passport gender rules

The changes were brought in by the Gillard Labor government.

On This Gay Day | Dancer and choreographer Isadora Duncan died in 1927

Pioneering dancer Isadora Duncan revolutionised modern dance, overcame hardship, taught internationally, and left a lasting artistic legacy.

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The Last Mile | Victoria launches virtual elimination of HIV goal

Victoria's HIV sector is urging political parties to fund ambitious reforms aimed at virtually eliminating HIV transmission by 2030.

The Last Mile | HIV diagnoses in Australia show more work needed to reach some groups

Australia has achieved global HIV testing and treatment targets, but late diagnoses and disparities among key communities remain.

R U OK? Day encourages LGBTIQA+ communities to check in and make a difference

This Thursday 10 September is R U OK? Day.

New research with twins looks into the frequency of being transgender

A major twin study found evidence that genetics may influence transgender identity, while environmental factors also contribute.

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Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.

Out & Loud Festival: 400 singers come together for Out & Loud Gala this November

Perth Pride Choir is bringing the Out & Loud Choral Festival to our city for the first time later this year.

Golden GRAI Time celebrates the generations that made change possible

Golden GRAI-time was a public celebration of older LGBTI people, their lives and the contribution they have made to the community we know today.

Pride WA announces PrideFEST 2026 theme

This November PRIDEFEST will celebrate diversity, difference and inclusion.

Nominations open for the 2027 Community Citizen of the Year Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2027 Community Citizen of the Year Awards, recognising volunteers, leaders and community groups.

Join the Transgender Insurgency

WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

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The Last Mile | Victoria launches virtual elimination of HIV goal

Victoria's HIV sector is urging political parties to fund ambitious reforms aimed at virtually eliminating HIV transmission by 2030.

On This Gay Day | Cory Bernardi raised concerns about bestiality

The former Liberal politician resigned as a parliamentary secretary the following day.

Senator Penny Allman-Payne says Queensland government’s ban on gender care opens door to more discrimination

Senator Penny Allman-Payne has welcomed legal action challenging Queensland's restrictions on gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth.

Australian government will apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans

The Federal Government will formally apologise to LGBTIQA+ veterans harmed by discriminatory military policies, with calls for compensation.

Crackdown against LGBTIQA+ community in Türkiye continues

Police in Türkiye reportedly used tear gas on protesters after activist detentions, prompting international concern from rights groups.