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Celebrity Traitors UK: Did the Faithful or the Traitors triumph?

Trust was shattered, alliances crumbled and suspicion reached fever pitch as Celebrity Traitors UK raced towards its dramatic finale.
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Cambridge Library to host Holden Sheppard and Leigh Ryswyk this November

Author Holden Sheppard and former AFL player Leigh Ryswyk will discuss identity, inclusion and lived experiences at Cambridge Library.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor returns to headline two-day HSBC SVNS festival

HSBC SVNS Perth brings music, sport and entertainment together for a massive celebration at HBF Park.
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First look at the upcoming season of ‘Australian Survivor: Rivals’

Facing off for a chance at $500,000, two evenly-matched teams will battle it out in Malaysia for the title of Sole Survivor.

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Lions WA put their stance on inclusion into their official policies

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Western Australian Lions Clubs have adopted a new inclusion statement affirming respect for people of all sexualities, identities and backgrounds.

Attacks on gay men via dating apps continue around the globe

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Recent reports from three countries highlight alleged robberies, assaults and kidnappings linked to dating-app meetings targeting men.

Mark Latham served bankruptcy papers over his failure to pay Alex Greenwich

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Mark Latham has been served bankruptcy papers over unpaid damages to Alex Greenwich, potentially threatening his future in parliament.

Jimmy Somerville blasts LGB Alliance for using Bronski Beat anthem without permission

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Jimmy Somerville has condemned the LGB Alliance's use of Smalltown Boy, vowing to have the song removed from its film.

Applause for cross-party Tasmanian conversion ban vote 

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Tasmania’s Lower House has passed legislation banning conversion practices, with Equality Tasmania urging the Upper House to support reform.

Mandurah community responds to calls to remove LGBTIQA+ themed books from library

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Mandurah residents overwhelmingly supported a Falcon Library LGBTQIA+ book display after a social media complaint called for its removal.

Star Observer say they are here to stay

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Community media remains vital for LGBTQIA+ Australians, and supporting independent outlets helps strengthen representation, connection and informed public discussion.

Tasmanian parliament sits late into the night for conversion bill

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Tasmania's conversion practices bill faced lengthy debate as parents of trans children urged MPs to support the legislation.

Friend of Beau Lamarre-Condon recalls road trip where he allegedly disposed of bodies

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Witnesses in the Beau Lamarre-Condon trial described alleged admissions, a rural trip and events following the deaths.
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Cambridge Library to host Holden Sheppard and Leigh Ryswyk this November

Author Holden Sheppard and former AFL player Leigh Ryswyk will discuss identity, inclusion and lived experiences at Cambridge Library.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor returns to headline two-day HSBC SVNS festival

HSBC SVNS Perth brings music, sport and entertainment together for a massive celebration at HBF Park.
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Peek into Perth Rams Locker Room After Dark at Connections this Friday

One of Perth Rams Rugby Club's biggest fundraising events returns to Connections Nightclub this weekend.
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Lions WA put their stance on inclusion into their official policies

Western Australian Lions Clubs have adopted a new inclusion statement affirming respect for people of all sexualities, identities and backgrounds.
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Bibliophile | Troy-Anthony Baylis: Let it Bleed

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A lavish new volume explores three decades of Troy-Anthony Baylis's art, identity, humour, activism and creative experimentation.
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G Flip forced to cancel Margaret River show due to storms

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G Flip's Margaret River performance was cancelled due to severe weather, days after the musician announced their split from Chrishell Stause.
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Looking for a good book? Check out the longlist for the Polari Prize

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The Polari Prize returns in 2026, unveiling diverse LGBTQ+ literature longlists after last year's cancellation amid author protests.
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On This Gay Day | ‘That Certain Summer’ premiered in 1972

Hal Holbrook and Martin Sheen played a same-sex couple on TV at a time when there were almost no positive depictions.
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On This Gay Day | Remembering actor River Phoenix

River Phoenix passed away on this day in 1993, he was just 23 years old.
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On This Gay Day | In 2014 Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed he is gay

Cook became the first CEO of a Fortune 500 company who was open about their homosexuality. 
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On This Gay Day | We celebrate the poet Sappho

She's remembered as one of the greatest poets but little of her work has survived.
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Focus on the I in LGBTIQA+: October 26 is Intersex Awareness Day

October 26 is Intersex Awareness Day, a day to promote genuine inclusion for people with intersex variations.
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Asexuality in the spotlight: 25 – 31 October is Ace Awareness Week

This week is Ace Week, an annual celebration of all people who fall under the umbrella of asexuality.
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Screening Saves Lives: Screening with Pride at Fairday

The Screening Saves Lives marquee is designed for the LGBTIQA+ community to find out information and ask sensitive health questions.
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NSW MP Alex Greenwich nominated for a Global Trailblazer Award

The Member for Sydney said he is honoured and humbled to be nominated for the award.
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Peek into Perth Rams Locker Room After Dark at Connections this Friday

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One of Perth Rams Rugby Club's biggest fundraising events returns to Connections Nightclub this weekend.

WAAC will mark World AIDS Day with a community sundowner

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WAAC will host a free Hyde Park community sundowner ahead of World AIDS Day, promoting reflection, inclusion and HIV awareness.

Rainbow Families BOUNCE into Halloween with a spooktacular celebration!

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Rainbow families from across Perth gathered at BOUNCE Osborne Park for a Halloween celebration filled with costumes, fun and community.

A new chapter for LGBTQIA+ Defence members, veterans and families

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GRAI is launching a new book club connecting LGBTQIA+ Defence members, veterans, families and allies through literature and conversation.

Queer Book Club picks ‘Holding the Man’ for Pride month book

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Perth's Queer Book Club will discuss Timothy Conigrave's landmark HIV/AIDS memoir Holding the Man at its November meeting.
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2027 Ian Purcell Oration to feature Lucy Solonsch and Zac Cannell

Transgender leaders Lucy Solonsch and Zac Cannell will discuss finding and celebrating trans joy at this year's Ian Purcell Oration.

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Celebrity Traitors UK: Did the Faithful or the Traitors triumph?

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Trust was shattered, alliances crumbled and suspicion reached fever pitch as Celebrity Traitors UK raced towards its dramatic finale.
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Cambridge Library to host Holden Sheppard and Leigh Ryswyk this November

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Author Holden Sheppard and former AFL player Leigh Ryswyk will discuss identity, inclusion and lived experiences at Cambridge Library.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor returns to headline two-day HSBC SVNS festival

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HSBC SVNS Perth brings music, sport and entertainment together for a massive celebration at HBF Park.
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First look at the upcoming season of ‘Australian Survivor: Rivals’

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Facing off for a chance at $500,000, two evenly-matched teams will battle it out in Malaysia for the title of Sole Survivor.
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2027 Ian Purcell Oration to feature Lucy Solonsch and Zac Cannell

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Transgender leaders Lucy Solonsch and Zac Cannell will discuss finding and celebrating trans joy at this year's Ian Purcell Oration.

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