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Revelation Film Festival launches exiting 2026 program

Gus Van Sant’s nail-biting drama Dead Man's Wire to open the 2026 Perth Revelation International Film Festival on Wednesday 8 July.
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Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards recognise workplace leaders in equity and belonging

Australian organisations were recognised in Sydney for leadership and sustained commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, equity, and workplace belonging.
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Northbridge revamp plan raises questions over Pride artwork

City of Perth revamp plans for James Street raise concerns about the future of Northbridge’s Pride artwork and LGBTQIA+ visibility.
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Accused killer claims self-defence in O’Shae Sibley trial

Dmitry Popov, the man accused of killing New York...

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Northbridge revamp plan raises questions over Pride artwork

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City of Perth revamp plans for James Street raise concerns about the future of Northbridge’s Pride artwork and LGBTQIA+ visibility.

Accused killer claims self-defence in O’Shae Sibley trial

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Dmitry Popov, the man accused of killing New York City dancer O'Shae Sibley following an altercation at a petrol station in 2023, has told...

Tim Wilson outlines his vision on Sex Discrimination Act changes

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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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Cho Jeon-hyeok says he will expel queer homosexuality education if election to the position of Education Superintendent.
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Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards recognise workplace leaders in equity and belonging

Australian organisations were recognised in Sydney for leadership and sustained commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, equity, and workplace belonging.
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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.
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“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.
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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.
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Beartooth lead singer Caleb Shomo shares that he is gay

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Caleb Shomo, the founder and lead singer of metal band Beartooth, has shared publicly that he is gay.
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Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

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This week we take a listen to new tracks from Lola Young, ratbag, Suzette Charles, Arlo Parks and Sampha, plus Ecca Vandal.
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Extended look at RuPaul’s upcoming disaster comedy ‘Stop! That! Train!’

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World of Wonder has released a new trailer for goofball comedy Stop! That! Train!
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On This Gay Day | Transgender trailblazer Christine Jorgensen was born

In 1951 she was the first US citizen to undergo gender reassignment surgery and hormone treatment.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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WA Health reports seven cases of Mpox in the last week

WA Health have highlighted that there have been seven notifications of cases of Mpox in the last week. Health officials are undertaking...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mr Bear Perth Mikey Tate is heading to Southern Hibernation

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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

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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

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

Western Australia’s LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants announced

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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

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Support the Perth Rainbow Swans by getting a table together for their quiz night.
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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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Revelation Film Festival launches exiting 2026 program

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Gus Van Sant’s nail-biting drama Dead Man's Wire to open the 2026 Perth Revelation International Film Festival on Wednesday 8 July.
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Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards recognise workplace leaders in equity and belonging

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Australian organisations were recognised in Sydney for leadership and sustained commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, equity, and workplace belonging.
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Northbridge revamp plan raises questions over Pride artwork

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City of Perth revamp plans for James Street raise concerns about the future of Northbridge’s Pride artwork and LGBTQIA+ visibility.
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Accused killer claims self-defence in O’Shae Sibley trial

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Dmitry Popov, the man accused of killing New York...
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Meek returns with new single ‘Beautiful Freeks’

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Meek unveils new single 'Beautiful Freeks', celebrating individuality, with a Sophie Muller-directed video inspired by her childhood.

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