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On This Gay Day | Singer and actor Judy Garland died in 1969

Judy Garland died in her London apartment on this day in 1969. She was...

Call for financial redress for unjustly treated LGBTI service personnel 

Just.Equal Australia is urging financial compensation for LGBTI defence personnel discharged due to discrimination, citing trauma and international redress precedents.

A television version of Holden Sheppard’s ‘Yeah the Boys’ is in development

Deadset Pictures is adapting Holden Sheppard's Yeah the Boys for the screen, spotlighting WA stories, football culture, and queer identity.

Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

Pride WA welcomes Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown to its board.

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Call for financial redress for unjustly treated LGBTI service personnel 

Just.Equal Australia is urging financial compensation for LGBTI defence personnel discharged due to discrimination, citing trauma and international redress precedents.

Jamie Varley jailed for life with no possibility of parole over death of adopted child

Teacher jailed for life over murder of adopted toddler Preston Davey

British couple found guilty over death of adopted son Preston Davey

Former teacher convicted of murdering 13-month-old boy he planned to adopt, with court hearing evidence of sustained abuse and neglect.

‘Dead Man’s Wire’ set to give Revelation a high stakes start

Gus Van Sant's Dead Man's Wire will open Revelation Perth, blending true crime tension, strong performances, and darkly compelling storytelling.

San Francisco police renew search for ‘The Doodler’

San Francisco police renew search for "Doodler" suspect linked to six murders of men in the 1970s, with new public interest emerging.

Man arrested for attacking gay couple in Idaho

A man has been charged after an alleged attack on a gay couple in Idaho, with victims describing a traumatic assault and injuries.

The Netherlands has banned conversion therapy

The Netherlands bans conversion therapy while Western Australia faces delays, with legislation still expected despite years of political commitments and advocacy pressure.

French parliament holds minute of silence for teen killed in alleged homophobic attack

France’s National Assembly honours teen killed in Metz, as police investigate alleged homophobic motive and consider possible revised charges.

Malaysian trio charged over Grindr related robberies

hree men face charges in Malaysia over an alleged Grindr-based robberies, with police claiming nine victims came forward earlier this year.

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A television version of Holden Sheppard’s ‘Yeah the Boys’ is in development

Deadset Pictures is adapting Holden Sheppard's Yeah the Boys for the screen, spotlighting WA stories, football culture, and queer identity.

Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

Pride WA welcomes Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown to its board.

The Blue Room’s Winter Nights returns for artists and art lovers alike

Winter Nights is back with performances, workshops and events to connect our local creative community.

Talking Generations: Intergenerational LGBTIQA+ café event returns this weekend

A beloved local event is returning this weekend, providing...

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Get the full ‘Dirty Dancing’ experience with a concert screening this November

Dirty Dancing In Concert is bringing a favourite 80s classic back for a special screening with a twist.

Cat Power to bring her critically acclaimed 2006 album ‘The Greatest’ on tour

Cat Power will be playing the album in full at venues across Australia and New Zealand.

Television comedy director James Burrows dies aged 85

Acclaimed director James Burrows, who shaped modern television comedy across decades, has died aged 85, prompting tributes from major stars.

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On This Gay Day | Singer and actor Judy Garland died in 1969

Judy Garland died in her London apartment on this...

On This Gay Day | The movie ‘Beautiful Thing’ was released

It tells the the story of London teenager Jamie who is infatuated with his classmate Ste.

On This Gay Day | The Rocky Horror Show opened in London

After two previews, The Rocky Horror Show made its debut at the Royal Court’s 63-seat Upstairs Theatre on this day in 1973. The show was an instant success.

On This Gay Day | Sally Ride headed into outer space

A new documentary on Display Plus has just been released that highlights her life and achievements.

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WA Health reports seven cases of Mpox in the last week

WA Health have highlighted that there have been seven notifications of cases of Mpox in the last week. Health officials are undertaking...

Mpox is back on Perth’s radar: Here’s what the community is doing about it

Mpox cases in Perth are rising and people at risk are encouraged to get vaccinated.

Timely reminder about Mpox as Australian cases increase

Gay, bi, and other men who have sex with men asked to consider mpox as part of their wellbeing routine this winter season.

The Last Mile: Diane Lloyd on the challenges faced by women with HIV

Diane Lloyd has been a prominent voice for women living with HIV over many decades. This year marks 40 years since she was first diagnosed with the virus.

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Talking Generations: Intergenerational LGBTIQA+ café event returns this weekend

A beloved local event is returning this weekend, providing...

Final call for young people to help shape consent and sex education in Australia

Australian Human Rights Commission urges young people to join a national survey to improve consent education and reduce gender-based violence.

New GRAI publication celebrates 50 fabulous years of Connections

GRAI will launch a publication capturing 50 years of Connections Nightclub, sharing stories of community, resilience and belonging in WA..

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking Winter Edition is this coming Wednesday 17 June from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

Rainbow Reads will celebrate their first birthday with author Em Readman

Rainbow Reads marks its first birthday with a zine-making workshop for LGBTIQA+ young people at Midland Library led by Em Readman.

Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

Pride WA welcomes Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown to its board.

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On This Gay Day | Singer and actor Judy Garland died in 1969

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Call for financial redress for unjustly treated LGBTI service personnel 

Just.Equal Australia is urging financial compensation for LGBTI defence personnel discharged due to discrimination, citing trauma and international redress precedents.

A television version of Holden Sheppard’s ‘Yeah the Boys’ is in development

Deadset Pictures is adapting Holden Sheppard's Yeah the Boys for the screen, spotlighting WA stories, football culture, and queer identity.

Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

Pride WA welcomes Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown to its board.

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