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GRAI Launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

Iran’s soccer captain: “We respect all of the LGBT people”

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi addresses Pride round controversy after draw with Egypt, as flags appear in crowd despite reported tensions.

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Watchdog compels NSW police to review Sydney gay club drug raids

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Iran’s soccer captain: “We respect all of the LGBT people”

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi addresses Pride round controversy after draw with Egypt, as flags appear in crowd despite reported tensions.

UK reveals proposed conversion therapy ban legislation

People who carry out conversion therapy practices in England and Wales could face jail sentences of up to five years under new legislation released...

Watchdog compels NSW police to review Sydney gay club drug raids

NSW authorities review police conduct after complaints over alleged aggressive drug raids at Sydney LGBTIQA+ venues.

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Celebrate Pride with our 150 song 11-and-a-half hour playlist

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New poll shows most Hungarians support Pride celebrations

New polling shows most Hungarians support LGBT marches and reforms, highlighting growing public backing despite existing legal restrictions and political divisions.

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GRAI Launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

Perth’s Cat Haven marks its 65th birthday

Despite six and a half decades of work, the challenges facing cats in our community remain as urgent as ever.

Safety is about trust: Older LGBTI voices heard at ministerial roundtable

GRAI (GLBTI Rights in Ageing Inc) brought the voices...

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.

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‘Drag Race Down Under vs The World’ season one cast revealed

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‘Ana Ika stars in Black Swan’s ‘The Almighty Sometimes’

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On This Gay Day | Australia’s first Mardi Gras march

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Perth’s Cat Haven marks its 65th birthday

Despite six and a half decades of work, the challenges facing cats in our community remain as urgent as ever.

Australia’s first study of bi+ people’s sexual health uncovers critical gaps

A national survey highlights disparities in sexual health, safety and healthcare access for bi+ Australians, calling for more inclusive services.

WA Health reports seven cases of Mpox in the last week

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Safety is about trust: Older LGBTI voices heard at ministerial roundtable

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Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

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

Talking Generations: Intergenerational LGBTIQA+ café event returns this weekend

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

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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..

GRAI Launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

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GRAI Launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

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