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Justice Thomas Bradley will become Queensland's next Governor, bringing extensive legal experience and making Queensland history as governor.

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Justice Thomas Bradley will be the next Governor of Queensland

Justice Thomas Bradley will become Queensland's next Governor, bringing extensive legal experience and making Queensland history as governor.

City of Armadale considers first Community Strategy to specifically include LGBTIQA+ residents

Armadale Council will vote on a new community strategy that explicitly includes LGBTIQA+ residents and promotes inclusive practices.

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Dr Thomas Brough successful in appeal against mandatory diversity training

Albany councillor Dr Thomas Brough wins tribunal appeal overturning diversity training order, as advocates renew calls for anti-vilification laws.

Queensland’s minister for women denies calling for ‘gender’ to be removed from government websites

Queensland Minister Fiona Simpson rejects allegations she ordered removal of gender references, saying website updates followed community consultation.

Musician and producer William Orbit dies aged 69

William Orbit, acclaimed producer of Madonna's Ray of Light and collaborator to numerous artists, has died aged 69.

Fremantle PrideFest cancelled for 2026 due to funding challenges

The City of Fremantle has cancelled Freo PrideFEST 2026 after losing government funding.

International Pride Awards honour global LGBTIQA+ human rights champions

Five exceptional contributors to LGBTIQA+ equality have been celebrated at the WorldPride Human Rights Conference.

Two men convicted over homophobic attack on couple in London

Two men have received community orders after being convicted of assaulting a gay couple in London's Hampstead area.

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Dr Thomas Brough successful in appeal against mandatory diversity training

Albany councillor Dr Thomas Brough wins tribunal appeal overturning diversity training order, as advocates renew calls for anti-vilification laws.

Fremantle PrideFest cancelled for 2026 due to funding challenges

The City of Fremantle has cancelled Freo PrideFEST 2026 after losing government funding.

Perth Rainbow Swans to offer free training ahead of Gay Games 2030

Swimming club Perth Rainbow Swans is offering free training sessions with support from the state government's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants.

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Tina Arena reimagines New Order classic ‘True Faith’ ahead of new EP ‘Way of the World’

Tina Arena unveils a stripped-back version of True Faith, previewing an EP of reimagined songs from iconic artists.

Murdered: Kween Kong didn’t even get to don drag on ‘The Traitors’

Kween Kong's time on The Traitors Australia ends immediately as the drag performer becomes the Traitors' first victim.

Perez Hilton receiving medical care following mental health incident

Perez Hilton's family says he is receiving treatment following a reported self-harm incident as concerns grow over livestream moderation.

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On This Gay Day | In 1989 artist Keith Haring shares that he is living with HIV

Keith Haring's public HIV disclosure highlighted the AIDS crisis and cemented the enduring legacy of one of pop art's icons.

On This Gay Day | Playwright Joe Orton was murdered in 1967

Born John Orton on New Year's Day in 1933,...

On This Gay Day | In 1984 Greg Louganis won gold at the LA Olympics

He's been called the greatest diver of all time.

On This Gay Day | President Ronald Reagan finally acknowledges AIDS crisis

The US President’s silence on the issue was one of the greatest criticisms of his administration.

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International Pride Awards honour global LGBTIQA+ human rights champions

Five exceptional contributors to LGBTIQA+ equality have been celebrated at the WorldPride Human Rights Conference.

Make Room For Connection: Australians urged to think differently about loneliness

3 - 9 August is Loneliness Awareness Week and this year's theme is Make Room For Connection.

LGBTIQA+ community members and groups among WA Youth Awards 2026 finalists

This year saw 181 nominations submitted, championing causes including LGBTIQA+ inclusion, disability advocacy and mental health.

Young Australians recognised at the 2026 Achiever Awards

The Awards celebrate young people aged 15 - 25 who are or have been in the care of the Department of Communities.

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Perth Rainbow Swans to offer free training ahead of Gay Games 2030

Swimming club Perth Rainbow Swans is offering free training sessions with support from the state government's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants.

Make Room For Connection: Australians urged to think differently about loneliness

3 - 9 August is Loneliness Awareness Week and this year's theme is Make Room For Connection.

Support Perth Frontrunners at their annual quiz night

Perth Frontrunners will host its annual trivia fundraiser in Maylands, bringing community members together for prizes, fun and support.

WAAC and HepatitisWA come together as thread: community + health

"The name is new, but the work behind it, and the commitment to the communities we serve, continues."

Get ready for Wear It Purple Day

Wear It Purple Day has revealed its 2026 theme, Colours of Courage.

Jason Heath named new GM of Melbourne’s JOY Media

Jason Heath has been appointed General Manager of JOY Media, bringing more than a decade of experience with the broadcaster.

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Keith Haring's public HIV disclosure highlighted the AIDS crisis and cemented the enduring legacy of one of pop art's icons.

Justice Thomas Bradley will be the next Governor of Queensland

Justice Thomas Bradley will become Queensland's next Governor, bringing extensive legal experience and making Queensland history as governor.

City of Armadale considers first Community Strategy to specifically include LGBTIQA+ residents

Armadale Council will vote on a new community strategy that explicitly includes LGBTIQA+ residents and promotes inclusive practices.

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