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Calls for singer Gloria Gaynor to turn down Kennedy Center Honor

The singer is one of five artists picked by President Trump for the 2025 honors.

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New tracks from Betty Who, Will Young, The Hidden Cameras, Tuure Boelius, and Alanis Morrissette teams up with Carly Simon.

Perth’s Rainbow Community House set to close

Rainbow Community House, a non-profit organisation that provides mental health support to young people in the LGBTIQA+ communities is set to close its doors....

Court knocks back appeal from Kirralie Smith over Apprehended Violence Order

The landmark case has provided clarity around what can be classed as cyberbullying and online harassment.

Pakistani fashion designer Maria B rants about drag performances

One of Pakistan's leading fashion designers is campaigning against drag performances. Maria Butt, who is publicly known as Maria B is one of the...

Finalists announced for 2025 WA Youth Awards

Since 1999, the WA Youth Awards have been celebrating young Western Australians for their extraordinary community contributions and achievements.

Author John Boyne says he’s been bullied and intimidated over his views on transgender people

The author claims he's the victim of an ongoing campaign of intimidation that has left him 'close to the edge'.

Kwoba Wirin-up: New cultural space opens on Wadjemup

A new cultural space dedicated to connection to Country has opened on Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) today.

Indonesia: Police arrest three men for running gay themed Facebook page

The men face up to 12 years in jail if found guilty.

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Perth’s Rainbow Community House set to close

Rainbow Community House, a non-profit organisation that provides mental...

Finalists announced for 2025 WA Youth Awards

Since 1999, the WA Youth Awards have been celebrating young Western Australians for their extraordinary community contributions and achievements.

RTRFM’s annual Radiothon begins with live Breakfast broadcast

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Its time to get onboard ‘The Jermaine Plane’

Jermaine D'Vauz chats about his career in radio as his NOVA show goes national.

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Ashnikko’s second album ‘Smoochies’ coming this October

"This is the first where I’ve written very autobiographically, but at the core of it all is personal autonomy and joyful whimsy."

Bibliophile | Since the World is Ending by Indyana Schnieder

The new novel follows on from Schneider's acclaimed debut '28 Questions'

Revered Australian film critic David Stratton dies aged 85

The highly respected film buff died peacefully in hospital near to his home.

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On This Gay Day | Singer Mika was born in 1983

Singer Mika celebrates his birthday today.

On This Gay Day | Scholar Dennis Altman was born

Altman is one of Australia's greatest academics and a trailblazing LGBTIQA+ advocate.

On This Gay Day | In 1880 Anna Rüling is born in Hamburg

One of the first modern women to come out as homosexual, she has been described as “the first known lesbian activist”.

On This Gay Day | The film ‘Head On’ was released in 1998

Back in 1998 everybody was talking about new queer Australian film Head On.

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Rakali: Native water rat voted as Australia’s Most Underrated Animal

G Flip voiced their support for the turtle frog, despite the palm cockatoo being notable for its own drumming prowess.

Circular Fashion Festival to showcase sustainable style and local talent

Perth’s first dedicated Circular Fashion Festival is coming to Yagan Square on 10 - 11 October 2025.

CHEEK LIVE: Everything is F*cked adds new dates to Australian tour

“Donald Trump would call this show the worst show he’s ever seen, very bad, from an angry, dangerous woman.”

Rainbow Skate coming to light up Cockburn Ice Arena

Cockburn Ice Arena is hosting an extra colourful session this August.

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RTRFM’s annual Radiothon begins with live Breakfast broadcast

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Join Dyan Tai for a unique afternoon of music, creativity and community

Midland-based LGBTIQA+ group Our Place is bringing queer pop sensation Dyan Tai to the west coast for a very special youth event.

Swan Ball will return this November for its eighth outing

The ball if a great chance to dress up spend timer with friends and community members.

Rainbow Futures releases 2025 LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy report

The landmark report calls for a 'whole of government' approach for supporting LGBTIQA+ people in Western Australia.

Applications are open for The Pinnacle Foundation’s scholarship program

If your a fulltime student at TAFE or Uni, and aged between 18-26, you might be eligible.

Perth’s Rainbow Community House set to close

Rainbow Community House, a non-profit organisation that provides mental health support to young people in the LGBTIQA+ communities is set to close its doors....

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