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Just.Equal: Spender Bill to remove religious exemptions too narrow  

Just.Equal Australia says Allegra Spender's bill is welcome but fails to address religious exemptions affecting LGBTQIA+ people beyond schools.

Azerbaijan reportedly considering Russian style anti-LGBT propaganda law

Azerbaijan is reportedly considering Russian-style restrictions on LGBTQIA+ content

Belgian minister distances himself from staffer who submitted fake opinion pieces

A Belgian minister has distanced himself from a staffer accused of submitting fake opinion pieces under a fabricated identity.

High Court rejects Mark Latham appeal over Greenwich defamation action

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Equal Rights Coalition condemns persecution of LGBTIQ+ activists

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2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

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Head to Connections Nightclub for the 2026 Pride Program Launch.

Perth Pride Run & Walk returns for 2026

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2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

Head to Connections on Friday for the PrideFEST program launch sundowner

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Perth Pride Run & Walk returns for 2026

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