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On This Gay Day | 'The Wizard of Oz' was released

We've been following the yellow brick road since 1939.
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Good character references scrapped under victim-focused legal reform

WA Government to ban good character references at sentencing, prioritising victims and reducing sentencing inequality.
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Rewarding champions in the HIV community

Every year, around this time, Australia’s HIV sector is abuzz with talk about who should be nominated as one of this year’s HIV Community Champions.
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Jackson Pollock’s ‘Blue Poles’ to be shown in Western Australia for the first time

AGWA will host Jackson Pollock’s Blue Poles in WA for the first time in 2027.

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Good character references scrapped under victim-focused legal reform

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WA Government to ban good character references at sentencing, prioritising victims and reducing sentencing inequality.

Rewarding champions in the HIV community

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Every year, around this time, Australia’s HIV sector is abuzz with talk about who should be nominated as one of this year’s HIV Community Champions.

President Trump makes bizarre claim about ordering ‘reverse surgeries’ for people who are transgender

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Trump claims hospitals are performing "reverse surgery" on transgender people, as campaign rhetoric intensifies in South Carolina's Republican runoff.

New analysis suggests 12% of US population is LGBTQ+

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A new Human Rights Campaign analysis estimates 25.6 million U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+, highlighting growing political influence.

Sall Grover threatens legal action against LGBTIQA+ groups

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Grover alleges the wording used to described her on flyers promoting a counter rally in Sydney is defamatory.

Finally a remix of Madonna’s ‘Danceteria’ arrives

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Madonna releases a new Harry Romero remix of "Danceteria", a Confessions II track inspired by her early New York club days.

Former politician Dee Margetts remembered following her death at 71

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Former Greens senator Dee Margetts is being remembered for championing environmental causes, native title, and early LGBTIQA+ equality advocacy.

Catholic Education boss denies skirting around Tasmanian anti-discrimination laws

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Catholic Education Tasmania rejects claims of unlawful discrimination raised by parliamentary inquiry.

Lyle Shelton calls for end to ‘Welcome Here’ stickers for LGBTIQA+ community

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Family First spokesperson Lyle Shelton has called for public removal of Welcome Here stickers, for the LGBTIQA+ communities.
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Former politician Dee Margetts remembered following her death at 71

Former Greens senator Dee Margetts is being remembered for championing environmental causes, native title, and early LGBTIQA+ equality advocacy.
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First same-sex couple approved for surrogacy in Western Australia

Brad and Trent Dunn become the first same-sex couple approved for surrogacy in WA, opening pathways for others.
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Golden GRAI Time returns to Connections Nightclub this September

The event was launched to celebrate older people who helped build Perth's LGBTIQA+ history alongside community and allies.
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RTRFM Radiothon 2026 kicks off with live broadcast

RTRFM has launched its annual Radiothon campaign, encouraging subscriptions and donations to support independent broadcasting, local music and community events.
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Bibliophile | ‘The Summer Boy’ by Philippe Besson

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Philippe Besson's nostalgic coming-of-age novel explores friendship, sexuality, first love and the fleeting freedom of youth.
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Madonna scores 11 nominations for MTV Video Music Awards

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Madonna tops the 2026 MTV VMA nominations with a career-high 11 nods, including Video of the Year recognition.
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Alan Cumming is ready to welcome a new cohort to ‘The Traitors USA’

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A new trailer for 'The Traitors: New Blood' reveals everyday Americans competing for US$250,000 under host Alan Cumming.
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On This Gay Day | 'The Wizard of Oz' was released

We've been following the yellow brick road since 1939.
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On This Gay Day | Choreographer Lindsay Kemp died in 2018

Lindsay Kemp worked with many artists including Kate Bush and David Bowie.
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On This Gay Day | Playwright and performer Charles Busch was born

Over the decades Busch has written plays, films, books and been a memorable performer.
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On This Gay | Swimmer Dianna Nyad was born

Dianna Nyad taught us about perseverance and setting goals.
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Celebrate the Guncles! It’s Gay Uncle’s Day

When we posted a video about Gay Uncle's Day we got a lot of feedback.
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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.
Community

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.
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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.
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Golden GRAI Time returns to Connections Nightclub this September

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The event was launched to celebrate older people who helped build Perth's LGBTIQA+ history alongside community and allies.

RTRFM Radiothon 2026 kicks off with live broadcast

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RTRFM has launched its annual Radiothon campaign, encouraging subscriptions and donations to support independent broadcasting, local music and community events.

Jason Heath named new GM of Melbourne’s JOY Media

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

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

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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

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

Rewarding champions in the HIV community

Every year, around this time, Australia’s HIV sector is abuzz with talk about who should be nominated as one of this year’s HIV Community Champions.

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On This Gay Day | 'The Wizard of Oz' was released

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We've been following the yellow brick road since 1939.
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Good character references scrapped under victim-focused legal reform

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WA Government to ban good character references at sentencing, prioritising victims and reducing sentencing inequality.
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Rewarding champions in the HIV community

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Every year, around this time, Australia’s HIV sector is abuzz with talk about who should be nominated as one of this year’s HIV Community Champions.
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Jackson Pollock’s ‘Blue Poles’ to be shown in Western Australia for the first time

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AGWA will host Jackson Pollock’s Blue Poles in WA for the first time in 2027.
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