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Ex ‘Neighbours’ star Damien Richardson loses appeal over Nazi gesture

Former actor Damien Richardson has lost his appeal against a conviction for performing a banned gesture resembling a Nazi salute.
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On This Gay Day | Maureen Colquhoun was born in Eastbourne

She was the first LGBTIQA+ British MP to be elected.
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Melbourne police arrest five more teenagers over dating app attacks

Five teenagers have been charged after police investigated alleged dating app luring incidents targeting men across Victoria.
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Co3 announce new Co-Artistic Directors Charmene Yap and Cass Mortimer Eipper

Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia has appointed acclaimed artists Charmene Yap and Cass Mortimer Eipper as Co-Artistic Directors from 2027.

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Ex ‘Neighbours’ star Damien Richardson loses appeal over Nazi gesture

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Former actor Damien Richardson has lost his appeal against a conviction for performing a banned gesture resembling a Nazi salute.

Melbourne police arrest five more teenagers over dating app attacks

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Five teenagers have been charged after police investigated alleged dating app luring incidents targeting men across Victoria.

Librarian’s complaint against City of Armadale thrown out

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State Administrative Tribunal dismisses former Armadale librarian Declan Mansfield's discrimination complaint, finding the case lacked substance and was vexatious.

City of Armadale adopts new Community Strategy despite concern from some councillors

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City of Armadale councillors voted to adopt a new community strategy, with debate focusing on the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ residents.

Equality advocates welcome gender, sexuality questions in 2026 Census

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This year marks the first time questions regarding sexuality and gender will be featured in the Census.

Justice Thomas Bradley will be the next Governor of Queensland

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Justice Thomas Bradley will become Queensland's next Governor, bringing extensive legal experience and making Queensland history as governor.

City of Armadale considers first Community Strategy to specifically include LGBTIQA+ residents

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Armadale Council will vote on a new community strategy that explicitly includes LGBTIQA+ residents and promotes inclusive practices.

Dr Thomas Brough successful in appeal against mandatory diversity training

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Albany councillor Dr Thomas Brough wins tribunal appeal overturning diversity training order, as advocates renew calls for anti-vilification laws.

Queensland’s minister for women denies calling for ‘gender’ to be removed from government websites

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Queensland Minister Fiona Simpson rejects allegations she ordered removal of gender references, saying website updates followed community consultation.
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Jazz & Shiraz: Pop-up club coming to Leederville this Sunday

You are invited to spend a wintry Sunday afternoon with jazz music, food and drinks to warm your soul.
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City of Armadale adopts new Community Strategy despite concern from some councillors

City of Armadale councillors voted to adopt a new community strategy, with debate focusing on the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ residents.
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City of Armadale considers first Community Strategy to specifically include LGBTIQA+ residents

Armadale Council will vote on a new community strategy that explicitly includes LGBTIQA+ residents and promotes inclusive practices.
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Dr Thomas Brough successful in appeal against mandatory diversity training

Albany councillor Dr Thomas Brough wins tribunal appeal overturning diversity training order, as advocates renew calls for anti-vilification laws.
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Spin It: Arca, O’Flynn, Hayla, and The Durutti Column

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We take a listen to new records from Arca, O'Flynn, Hayla, and The Durutti Column.
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Actors Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie join ‘Heated Rivalry’ season two

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Smith and Gillespie will play Rachel Reid's Game Changers characters Harris Drover and Troy Barrett.
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2026 Lotterywest Elevate Initiative seeks to uncover distinctive WA voices

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Do you have a story to tell on screen?
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On This Gay Day | Maureen Colquhoun was born in Eastbourne

She was the first LGBTIQA+ British MP to be elected.
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On This Gay Day | Marriage plebiscite is adopted as government policy

The proposal was put forwarded by Prime Minister Tony Abbott during his final days in office.
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On This Gay Day | In 1989 artist Keith Haring shares that he is living with HIV

Keith Haring's public HIV disclosure highlighted the AIDS crisis and cemented the enduring legacy of one of pop art's icons.
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On This Gay Day | Playwright Joe Orton was murdered in 1967

Born John Orton on New Year's Day in 1933,...
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Celebrate the Guncles! It’s Gay Uncle’s Day

When we posted a video about Gay Uncle's Day we got a lot of feedback.
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International Pride Awards honour global LGBTIQA+ human rights champions

Five exceptional contributors to LGBTIQA+ equality have been celebrated at the WorldPride Human Rights Conference.
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Make Room For Connection: Australians urged to think differently about loneliness

3 - 9 August is Loneliness Awareness Week and this year's theme is Make Room For Connection.
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LGBTIQA+ community members and groups among WA Youth Awards 2026 finalists

This year saw 181 nominations submitted, championing causes including LGBTIQA+ inclusion, disability advocacy and mental health.
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Perth Rainbow Swans to offer free training ahead of Gay Games 2030

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Swimming club Perth Rainbow Swans is offering free training sessions with support from the state government's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants.

Make Room For Connection: Australians urged to think differently about loneliness

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3 - 9 August is Loneliness Awareness Week and this year's theme is Make Room For Connection.

Support Perth Frontrunners at their annual quiz night

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Perth Frontrunners will host its annual trivia fundraiser in Maylands, bringing community members together for prizes, fun and support.

WAAC and HepatitisWA come together as thread: community + health

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"The name is new, but the work behind it, and the commitment to the communities we serve, continues."

Get ready for Wear It Purple Day

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Wear It Purple Day has revealed its 2026 theme, Colours of Courage.
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Jason Heath named new GM of Melbourne’s JOY Media

Jason Heath has been appointed General Manager of JOY Media, bringing more than a decade of experience with the broadcaster.

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Ex ‘Neighbours’ star Damien Richardson loses appeal over Nazi gesture

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Former actor Damien Richardson has lost his appeal against a conviction for performing a banned gesture resembling a Nazi salute.
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On This Gay Day | Maureen Colquhoun was born in Eastbourne

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She was the first LGBTIQA+ British MP to be elected.
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Melbourne police arrest five more teenagers over dating app attacks

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Five teenagers have been charged after police investigated alleged dating app luring incidents targeting men across Victoria.
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Co3 announce new Co-Artistic Directors Charmene Yap and Cass Mortimer Eipper

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Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia has appointed acclaimed artists Charmene Yap and Cass Mortimer Eipper as Co-Artistic Directors from 2027.
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Don’t Leave Me This Way: How The Communards turned a soul tune into a protest song

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Forty years on, The Communards' iconic Don't Leave Me This Way remains both a dance-floor classic and symbol of activism.

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