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Michaelia Cash fails in bid to revive Sex Discrimination Act amendment bill

Senator Michaelia Cash's attempt to revive proposed Sex Discrimination Act amendments was defeated, despite support from Coalition and One Nation senators.

Fashion designer to the stars, Bob Mackie dies aged 87

Bob Mackie, the celebrated designer behind iconic looks worn by Cher, Madonna and countless stars, has died aged 87.

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WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

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Here’s four recently released albums that we’ve been playing at OUTinPerth HQ including new discs from HUG, Bloc Party, Destin Conrad and Bonobo.

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Michaelia Cash fails in bid to revive Sex Discrimination Act amendment bill

Senator Michaelia Cash's attempt to revive proposed Sex Discrimination Act amendments was defeated, despite support from Coalition and One Nation senators.

Fashion designer to the stars, Bob Mackie dies aged 87

Bob Mackie, the celebrated designer behind iconic looks worn by Cher, Madonna and countless stars, has died aged 87.

Largest trans sex and health survey highlights resilience and progress

The second Australian Trans and Gender Diverse Sexual Health Survey paints an encouraging picture of progress in Australia.

The Last Mile | HIV diagnoses in Australia show more work needed to reach some groups

Australia has achieved global HIV testing and treatment targets, but late diagnoses and disparities among key communities remain.

Calls for Wear It Purple Day to be banned

Former ACT principal Janelle Rowe says opposition to Wear It Purple Day led to her resignation and prompts calls for schools to ban the initiative.

Police in Türkiye raid multiple LGBTIQA+ and HIV organisations as part of crackdown

Operation 'My Family Is Safe' is targeting LGBTIQA+ and HIV organisations for 'violating moral standards'.

Woman charged after alleged intimidation incident at Sydney pastors’ home

Sydney pastors allege threats, attempted intrusion and power disruption at their home, while police charge one woman with intimidation.

Scottish band The Proclaimers label transgender people as “truth-phobic”

Scottish duo The Proclaimers have sparked debate after criticising transgender legal recognition reforms while promoting their new album.

Hungary’s PM announces gay and lesbians will be allowed to adopt again

Hungary's government plans to remove adoption restrictions affecting same-sex couples, reversing policies introduced under Viktor Orbán.

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Join the Transgender Insurgency

WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.

Out & Loud Festival: 400 singers come together for Out & Loud Gala this November

Perth Pride Choir is bringing the Out & Loud Choral Festival to our city for the first time later this year.

Palace Foreshore to make west coast debut with Fatboy Slim and more

Melbourne's thriving seaside live music precinct is set to head west in 2027, bringing major acts to Fremantle across two massive weekends.

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Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New offerings from Meek, Soft Cell, Peaches, Zedd teams up with Shania Twain, and there's a great collab between Adam Oh, Cakes Da Killa and Baby Tate.

BBC axes RuPaul’s Drag Race UK

The BBC is ending its involvement with RuPaul's Drag Race UK, while World of Wonder plans a future All Stars series.

Lady Gaga reported to have welcomed first child

Lady Gaga has sparked speculation she may have welcomed her first child after being photographed carrying an infant.

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On This Gay Day | Australia updated passport gender rules

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On This Gay Day | Dancer and choreographer Isadora Duncan died in 1927

Pioneering dancer Isadora Duncan revolutionised modern dance, overcame hardship, taught internationally, and left a lasting artistic legacy.

On This Gay Day | ‘Psycho’ actor Anthony Perkins died

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The Last Mile | HIV diagnoses in Australia show more work needed to reach some groups

Australia has achieved global HIV testing and treatment targets, but late diagnoses and disparities among key communities remain.

R U OK? Day encourages LGBTIQA+ communities to check in and make a difference

This Thursday 10 September is R U OK? Day.

New research with twins looks into the frequency of being transgender

A major twin study found evidence that genetics may influence transgender identity, while environmental factors also contribute.

Pride Wellbeing Festival returns with free two-day conference

Busselton's Pride Wellbeing Festival will return in October with a free two-day conference exploring LGBTQIA+ inclusion, wellbeing and belonging.

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Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.

Out & Loud Festival: 400 singers come together for Out & Loud Gala this November

Perth Pride Choir is bringing the Out & Loud Choral Festival to our city for the first time later this year.

Golden GRAI Time celebrates the generations that made change possible

Golden GRAI-time was a public celebration of older LGBTI people, their lives and the contribution they have made to the community we know today.

Pride WA announces PrideFEST 2026 theme

This November PRIDEFEST will celebrate diversity, difference and inclusion.

Nominations open for the 2027 Community Citizen of the Year Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2027 Community Citizen of the Year Awards, recognising volunteers, leaders and community groups.

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WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

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Michaelia Cash fails in bid to revive Sex Discrimination Act amendment bill

Senator Michaelia Cash's attempt to revive proposed Sex Discrimination Act amendments was defeated, despite support from Coalition and One Nation senators.

Fashion designer to the stars, Bob Mackie dies aged 87

Bob Mackie, the celebrated designer behind iconic looks worn by Cher, Madonna and countless stars, has died aged 87.

Join the Transgender Insurgency

WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

Spin It: HUG, Bonobo, Bloc Party and Destin Conrad

Here’s four recently released albums that we’ve been playing at OUTinPerth HQ including new discs from HUG, Bloc Party, Destin Conrad and Bonobo.

Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.