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Corrective Services Minister Paul Papalia announces retirement

An early retirement for Paul Papalia will trigger a by-election in Secret Harbour.
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Joe Jackson to tour Australia for the first time in decades

Joe Jackson, the singular singer-songwriter and pianist behind some of pop’s most enduring hits, is heading to Australia and New Zealand.
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Matt Edgerton appointed Artistic Director of Black Swan State Theatre Company

An award-winning director, dramaturg, writer and actor, Edgerton will lead Western Australia's flagship theatre company.
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On This Gay Day | Remembering Marsha P. Johnson

LGBTQIA+ rights pioneer Marsha P Johnson passed away on this day in 1992.

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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.

Saturday in Perth: two very different rallies about transgender people

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Two Perth rallies a block apart highlight sharply contrasting views on transgender rights and proposed changes to Australia’s Sex Discrimination Act.

Draft law against conversion practices welcomed in Tasmania

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Equality Tasmania has welcomed a Tasmanian Greens’ bill to prohibit conversion practices that was unveiled for consultation this week.

Türkiye bans gay cruise with Patti LuPone from docking citing moral standards

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Türkiye, says it has concerns about a ship filled with gay men and Broadway star Patti Lupone lowering moral standards.

Victorian Liberals hold off decision on Moira Deeming’s future

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The Victorian Liberal party will postpone making a decision on the future of first-term MP Moira Deeming.

Moira Deeming launches legal challenge over moves to oust her from the Liberal Party

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Moira Deeming seeks court injunction over pre-selection as dispute with Matthew Guy escalates and party considers removing her candidacy.

Trans Justice Project launches national health survey

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The initiative will gather critical data which will be used to inform a blueprint for a trans health system that is accessible, affordable, and affirming for everyone who needs it.

Gillard comments reignite debate on transgender protections in Sex Discrimination Act

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Julia Gillard’s remarks on past sex discrimination law reforms prompt renewed debate, with differing interpretations from political figures and advocacy groups.

Moves to change the Sex Discrimination Act shut down

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Attempts to amend the Sex Discrimination Act were blocked, leading to Liberal senator Michaelia Cash declaring it will be an election issue.
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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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New approach for Albany Pride in 2027

The popular Albany Pride Festival will undergo a makeover in 2027, with organisers opting for a shorter, condensed event .
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Dyan Tai doesn’t hold back on new single ‘Eat It’

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For the video for Eat It (Before I'm Famous) Tai has teamed up with drag king Daddy Charles for a moment of food porn.
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Connections set to celebrate Madonna all night long

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Connections Nightclub is set to celebrate the iconic singer all night long with nothing but Madonna playing in the club.
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Review | ‘The Good Boy’ is filled with bleak, black humour

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The taut thriller has all the pedigree of a horror film, but is also filled with bleak, black humour..
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On This Gay Day | Remembering Marsha P. Johnson

LGBTQIA+ rights pioneer Marsha P Johnson passed away on this day in 1992.
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On This Gay Day | Thousands turned out to support marriage equality

Despite pouring rain thousands showed their support for changing the laws.
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On This Gay Day | Walt Whitman published Leaves of Grass

The poet's best-known work is also considered the clearest indication that Whitman was same sex attracted.
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On This Gay Day | In 1981 the first mainstream media report about AIDS was published

The report was titled:  Rare Cancer Seen in 41 Homosexuals.
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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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Indoor winter carnival Ready, Set, Ride! coming to PCEC this July

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is hosting a massive indoor carnival for the whole family during the July school holidays.
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Perth’s Cat Haven marks its 65th birthday

Despite six and a half decades of work, the challenges facing cats in our community remain as urgent as ever.
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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.

GRAI launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

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Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

Safety is about trust: Older LGBTI voices heard at ministerial roundtable

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GRAI (GLBTI Rights in Ageing Inc) brought the voices...

Hannah Conda heads west to host The 2026 Proud Awards

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Perth’s biggest celebration of LGBTQIA+ excellence returns for a...
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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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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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Joe Jackson to tour Australia for the first time in decades

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Joe Jackson, the singular singer-songwriter and pianist behind some of pop’s most enduring hits, is heading to Australia and New Zealand.
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Matt Edgerton appointed Artistic Director of Black Swan State Theatre Company

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An award-winning director, dramaturg, writer and actor, Edgerton will lead Western Australia's flagship theatre company.
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On This Gay Day | Remembering Marsha P. Johnson

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LGBTQIA+ rights pioneer Marsha P Johnson passed away on this day in 1992.
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Saturday in Perth: two very different rallies about transgender people

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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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