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Ehteridge dropped out of college to pursue her rock n roll dreams.

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Tim Wilson proposed changes to the Sex Discrimination Act, outlining distinctions between adult and child protections.

Senator Sarah Henderson quizzes SBS on Australians not supporting Israel at Eurovision

Senator Sarah Henderson had her facts all wrong about Eurovision 2026.

Not in our Name: New women’s group voices solidarity with trans community

The group is calling on women who support the trans community to add their name to an open letter.

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Tim Wilson outlines his vision on Sex Discrimination Act changes

Tim Wilson proposed changes to the Sex Discrimination Act, outlining distinctions between adult and child protections.

Senator Sarah Henderson quizzes SBS on Australians not supporting Israel at Eurovision

Senator Sarah Henderson had her facts all wrong about Eurovision 2026.

Not in our Name: New women’s group voices solidarity with trans community

The group is calling on women who support the trans community to add their name to an open letter.

Clothing brand Patagonia sues drag performer Pattie Gonia over trademark infringement

The clothing brand and the drag star are heading towards a legal showdown.

Senator Michaelia Cash grills Human Rights Commission on their support of transgender women

The Shadow Attorney General demanded explanations of how Antidiscrimination laws protect transgender women.

Perth Rams advance to global voting stage for 2028 Bingham Cup bid

The Perth Rams Rugby Union Football Club has today confirmed that its bid to host the 2028 Bingham Cup and Amanda Mark Cup has...

South Korean politician faces backlash over anti-LGBTIQA+ banners

Cho Jeon-hyeok says he will expel queer homosexuality education if election to the position of Education Superintendent.

National MP’s bill to define ‘biological gender’ slammed by rights activists

Nationals MP Alison Penfold has introduced a Private Member's Bill seeking to rewrite the Sex Discrimination Act to enact strict biological definitions of sex...

New support service for youth impacted by family and domestic violence

The State Government has announced a new state-wide service to support children and young people affected by family and domestic violence.

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On This Gay Day | Louise Pratt delivered her first speech in WA parliament

In 2001, Louise Pratt delivered her inaugural speech to the Western Australian parliament, setting out an agenda for LGBTQ+ law reform.

“We were never convicted”: GRAI warns Parliament has one chance to get this right

GLBTI Rights in Ageing Inc (GRAI) is urging former and current LGBTIQA+ Defence personnel to speak out before a Senate inquiry deadline.

Western Australia’s LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants announced

The grants will fund initiatives that work with and for LGBTIQA+ people and communities towards building a safer and more inclusive WA.

WA politician calls for Question Time to be abolished

Dr Brian Walker from the Legalise Cannabis Party has come up with a bold idea to improve parliament.

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Extended look at RuPaul’s upcoming disaster comedy ‘Stop! That! Train!’

World of Wonder has released a new trailer for goofball comedy Stop! That! Train!

Allison Janney and Andrew Rannells team up for ‘Miss You, Love You’

The film arrives on the streaming service on 29 May and sees Janey playing a woman who has to plan her husband's funeral, with her son sending his assistant to help out.

What do we know about Madonna’s ‘Confessions II’ album

Whose collaborating, who is in the videos, who is remixing, what are the tracks names?

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On This Gay Day | Musician Melissa Etheridge was born

Ehteridge dropped out of college to pursue her rock n roll dreams.

On This Gay Day | Composer Julius Eastman died in 1990

Julius Eastman was one of the first composers to work in minimalist and experimental music genres.

On This Gay Day | Jermaine Stewart released his big hit

'We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off' was seen as a safe sex message at the beginning of the AIDS crisis.

On This Gay Day | Author Sir Alan Hollinghurst was born

Author Sir Alan Hollinghurst celebrates his 71st birthday today.

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Mpox is back on Perth’s radar: Here’s what the community is doing about it

Mpox cases in Perth are rising and people at risk are encouraged to get vaccinated.

Timely reminder about mpox as Australian cases increase

Gay, bi, and other men who have sex with men asked to consider mpox as part of their wellbeing routine this winter season.

The Last Mile: Diane Lloyd on the challenges faced by women with HIV

Diane Lloyd has been a prominent voice for women living with HIV over many decades. This year marks 40 years since she was first diagnosed with the virus.

Learn all about sauna etiquette at Steam Works

Sign up for a one-hour workshop exploring the dos and don’ts of Sauna etiquette this Saturday at Steam Works.

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Mr Bear Perth Mikey Tate is heading to Southern Hibernation

Mikey gives us update on his preparations for the big bear competition.

Farewell all the local sports people heading to the Gay Games in Valencia

Vamos Valencia! Head down to Loton Park on Friday 5 June to farewell all the local sporting people heading off to the Gay Games.

Queer Liberation Boorloo announce Project 491 fundraiser

On 29 May Queer Liberation Boorloo will hold a fundraiser to support transgender youth in Queensland.

Western Australia’s LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants announced

The grants will fund initiatives that work with and for LGBTIQA+ people and communities towards building a safer and more inclusive WA.

Head to a Quiz Night and support the Perth Rainbow Swans

Support the Perth Rainbow Swans by getting a table together for their quiz night.

National call for support for LGBTQIA+ domestic and family violence victim-survivors 

The statistics remain staggering. More than 60% of LGBTQIA+ people report having experienced domestic or family violence.

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On This Gay Day | Musician Melissa Etheridge was born

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Tim Wilson outlines his vision on Sex Discrimination Act changes

Tim Wilson proposed changes to the Sex Discrimination Act, outlining distinctions between adult and child protections.

Senator Sarah Henderson quizzes SBS on Australians not supporting Israel at Eurovision

Senator Sarah Henderson had her facts all wrong about Eurovision 2026.

Not in our Name: New women’s group voices solidarity with trans community

The group is calling on women who support the trans community to add their name to an open letter.

Clothing brand Patagonia sues drag performer Pattie Gonia over trademark infringement

The clothing brand and the drag star are heading towards a legal showdown.