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Politician Dr Helen Haines loses leg following horrific attack

Dr Helen Haines remains critically injured after an alleged vehicle attack, as politicians call for calmer public debate.

Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly secretly photographed Jesse Baird having sex with another man

A witness told a murder trial that Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly stalked Jesse Baird, breached his home and monitored him.

Premier Roger Cook announces long awaited Equal Opportunity reforms

Western Australia will introduce sweeping Equal Opportunity reforms expanding discrimination protections, limiting exemptions, and removing compensation caps.

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking is on this coming Wednesday 21 October from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

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Politician Dr Helen Haines loses leg following horrific attack

Dr Helen Haines remains critically injured after an alleged vehicle attack, as politicians call for calmer public debate.

Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly secretly photographed Jesse Baird having sex with another man

A witness told a murder trial that Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly stalked Jesse Baird, breached his home and monitored him.

Premier Roger Cook announces long awaited Equal Opportunity reforms

Western Australia will introduce sweeping Equal Opportunity reforms expanding discrimination protections, limiting exemptions, and removing compensation caps.

Victorian government announces LGBTIQA+ grants

Twelve Victorian community projects will share more than $100,000 in HEY grants supporting young LGBTIQA+ people's wellbeing and inclusion.

Independent MP Helen Haines in critical condition after “attack”

Independent MP Helen Haines remains in critical condition after a vehicle incident outside her Wangaratta office, with investigations ongoing.

Tasmanian doctors and health workers back conversion ban bill

More than 50 Tasmanian health practitioners have endorsed proposed legislation banning conversion practices, arguing the measures will improve wellbeing.

Beau Lamarre-Condon Trial: Jury visits Jesse Baird’s Paddington house

Jurors visited the Paddington home where Jesse Baird and Luke Davies were allegedly killed as evidence continued.

Türkiye seeks to prosecute pop star Mabel Matiz over same-sex dance scene

Turkish singer Mabel Matiz faces obscenity charges over a video featuring two men dancing, prompting rights concerns.

Tennessee court grants appeal against manslaughter conviction of transgender woman

A Tennessee appeals court ordered a new trial in the Paris Lee case, prompting concerns about trans panic defence arguments.

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Ngala and Rainbow Families partner to deliver inclusive parenting courses

Ngala and Rainbow Families will develop inclusive parenting courses for LGBTQIA+ families, combining professional expertise with lived experience.

2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

Head to Connections on Friday for the PRIDEFEST program launch sundowner

Head to Connections Nightclub for the 2026 Pride Program Launch.

Perth Pride Run & Walk returns for 2026

Perth Frontrunners' free Pride Run & Walk returns to Elizabeth Quay with accessible routes, entertainment, coffee and community celebration.

Culture

Short films bring to life this year’s Booker Prize short list

Acclaimed actors perform excerpts from the 2026 Booker Prize shortlist, including queer novels by Marlon James and Douglas Stuart.

Maisi and the Disco just want to be Madonna

Maisi and the Disco's new single celebrates Madonna with playful references to her biggest hits and iconic legacy.

Will ‘Forty Love’ do for tennis what ‘Heated Rivalry’ did for ice hockey?

First Look at Forty Love Starring Paul Kircher and Romeo Beckham

History

On This Gay Day | Poet Arthur Rimbaud was born in France

Arthur Rimbaud's brief literary career and turbulent relationship with Paul Verlaine left a lasting impact on modern literature and art.

On This Gay Day | Remembering groundbreaking drag star Divine

Divine found success around the globe in film and music. 

On This Gay Day | ‘Holding the Man’ author Tim Conigrave died

His memoir became widely acclaimed as queer literature since its publication in 1995.

On This Gay Day | TV’s ‘Sticky Moments’ had its debut

The show brought Julian Clary to the masses.

Lifestyle

Today is GiveOUT Day! Donations eligible for dollar matching until midnight

This year almost 150 organisations are participating this year, marking the biggest line-up yet for the cause.

Virgin Australia Pride Flights are returning to the skies in 2027

Virgin Australia's Pride Flight returns in 2027, connecting Melbourne and Brisbane with Sydney Mardi Gras celebrations and LGBTQIA+ events.

Comedian Judith Lucy shares breast cancer diagnosis

Comedian and writer Judith Lucy has revealed an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis and urged women to keep up mammogram screenings.

Olympic legends call for 15,000 plasma donations as shortfall impacts supply

Australian Olympians have joined Lifeblood's campaign urging Australians to donate plasma, helping address a nationwide post-winter shortage.

Community

Poppin Out returns for Adelaide Pride 2026 with Hannah Conda and many more

Mary's Poppin will transform Synagogue Place into a vibrant Pride street party featuring 32 performers, drag stars and DJs.

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Today is GiveOUT Day! Donations eligible for dollar matching until midnight

This year almost 150 organisations are participating this year, marking the biggest line-up yet for the cause.

Ngala and Rainbow Families partner to deliver inclusive parenting courses

Ngala and Rainbow Families will develop inclusive parenting courses for LGBTQIA+ families, combining professional expertise with lived experience.

2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking is on this coming Wednesday 21 October from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

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Politician Dr Helen Haines loses leg following horrific attack

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A witness told a murder trial that Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly stalked Jesse Baird, breached his home and monitored him.

Premier Roger Cook announces long awaited Equal Opportunity reforms

Western Australia will introduce sweeping Equal Opportunity reforms expanding discrimination protections, limiting exemptions, and removing compensation caps.

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking is on this coming Wednesday 21 October from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

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