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Annual GLAAD report shows LGBTIQA+ characters are disappearing from films

2025 saw a drop in the number of LGBTQ characters appearing in films.
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On This Gay Day | In 1982 France stops listing homosexuality as a disorder

At the same time authorities equalised the age of consent.
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‘Wham! 10 Days in China’ at Luna for just one special screening

In 1985 the British band went where few Western acts had ventured.
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Spin It: Adam Lambert, Baby Smith, Joalin, and Kelela

Here’s four recently released albums that we’ve been playing at OUTinPerth HQ, new records from Adam Lambert, Baby Smith, Joalin, and Kelela.

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‘Wham! 10 Days in China’ at Luna for just one special screening

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In 1985 the British band went where few Western acts had ventured.

UK police arrest 26-year-old man over alleged murder of conservative politician Ann Widdecombe

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UK police have arrested a 26-year-old man over the death of conservative politician Ann Widdecombe, a 78-year-old former government minister.

British brothers who targeted gay men jailed over 1984 murder

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Michael and Anthony Stewart jailed for the 1984 murder of Anthony Littler after undercover police recordings led to their convictions.

Derryn Hinch, broadcaster and former senator, dies aged 82

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Outspoken Australian broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch has died aged 82 after a decades-long media and political career.

Republican candidate says lack of gay giraffes shows people choose to be gay

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A Florida candidate’s claims about sexuality and animal behaviour has drawn scrutiny, with experts citing research showing same-sex behaviour across species.

Coleen Lamarre granted bail over alleged witness tampering charges

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Coleen Lamarre, the mother of accused double-killer Beau Condon-Lamarre has been released on bail.

Nigel Farage quits as an MP but says he’ll seek re-election to clear his name

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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage resigns as MP and seeks re-election as he faces investigation over million pound payments.

A preliminary hearing into the death of Charlie Kirk has begun in Utah

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Prosecutors outline evidence against a man accused of killing Charlie Kirk as a Utah court considers whether the case proceeds to trial.

Corrective Services Minister Paul Papalia announces retirement

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An early retirement for Paul Papalia will trigger a by-election in Secret Harbour.
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Tanesha Bennell on what to expect at Ngalak Nidja Bilya 2026

A NAIDOC Week fundraiser ball in Perth will celebrate First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities while supporting grassroots cultural organisations.
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Saturday in Perth: two very different rallies about transgender people

Two Perth rallies a block apart highlight sharply contrasting views on transgender rights and proposed changes to Australia’s Sex Discrimination Act.
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Connections set to celebrate Madonna all night long

Connections Nightclub is set to celebrate the iconic singer all night long with nothing but Madonna playing in the club.
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WestPride Archives to exhibit Gay Games history at 2030 event

WestPride Archives will document Gay Games history with support from the state's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants.
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Singer Bonnie Tyler dies aged 75

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Singer Bonnie Tyler has died at a hospital in Portugal just weeks after she underwent emergency surgery.
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Boyz II Men, Salt-N-Pepa and Bell Biv Devoe book Perth show

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Three iconic groups from the late 80s and early 90s are coming down under.
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Carlotta returns to headline Afterdark

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Australian stage icon Carlotta will headline an award-winning lineup of performers in the City of Belmont this winter.
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On This Gay Day | In 1982 France stops listing homosexuality as a disorder

At the same time authorities equalised the age of consent.
History

On This Gay Day | Britain repealed the controversial 'Section 28' laws

The laws were brought in by the Thatcher government in 1988.
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On This Gay Day | Neil Tennant is celebrating his birthday

See what else happened on this day in history.
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On This Gay Day | In 1986 New Zealand decriminalised homosexuality

See what else we remember on this day.
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Meningococcal B vaccine ineffective in gonorrhoea prevention for men who have sex with men

A randomised control trial has shown the meningococcal B vaccine is ineffective in gonorrhoea prevention for men who have sex with men.
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‘Through Their Eyes’ aims to build connection through LGBTIQA+ stories

A new Australian podcast is setting out to raise awareness of LGBTIQA+ issues and build connection through conversation and storytelling.
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Western Australian’s best cocktail named – whose for a Don Ruby?

A cocktail designed to “capture the soft romance of autumn by the coast” has taken out the title of 2026 AHA & Don Julio WA’s Best Cocktail
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Survey finds higher rates of LGBTQ+ discrimination in regional Australia

Academics from Charles Sturt University have released the results of their latest Regional Rainbow Survey.
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Tanesha Bennell on what to expect at Ngalak Nidja Bilya 2026

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A NAIDOC Week fundraiser ball in Perth will celebrate First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities while supporting grassroots cultural organisations.

‘Through Their Eyes’ aims to build connection through LGBTIQA+ stories

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A new Australian podcast is setting out to raise awareness of LGBTIQA+ issues and build connection through conversation and storytelling.

WestPride Archives to exhibit Gay Games history at 2030 event

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WestPride Archives will document Gay Games history with support from the state's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants.

New approach for Albany Pride in 2027

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The popular Albany Pride Festival will undergo a makeover in 2027, with organisers opting for a shorter, condensed event .

Perth showcased at the Valencia Gay Games

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A WA delegation is promoting Perth 2030 Gay Games in Valencia, gathering insights and engaging visitors.
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Have your say: GRAI wants to hear about home care for older LGBTI people

GRAI is calling on older LGBTI people, their partners, carers, chosen family and other supporters to share their experiences of home care.

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Annual GLAAD report shows LGBTIQA+ characters are disappearing from films

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2025 saw a drop in the number of LGBTQ characters appearing in films.
History

On This Gay Day | In 1982 France stops listing homosexuality as a disorder

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At the same time authorities equalised the age of consent.
News

‘Wham! 10 Days in China’ at Luna for just one special screening

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In 1985 the British band went where few Western acts had ventured.
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Spin It: Adam Lambert, Baby Smith, Joalin, and Kelela

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Here’s four recently released albums that we’ve been playing at OUTinPerth HQ, new records from Adam Lambert, Baby Smith, Joalin, and Kelela.
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Bibliophile | Kae Tempest creates intriguing characters in ‘Having Spent Life Seeking’

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The authors second novel adds to his long list of creative works.

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