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On This Gay Day | ‘Holding the Man’ author Tim Conigrave died

His memoir became widely acclaimed as queer literature since its publication in 1995.

Short films bring to life this year’s Booker Prize short list

Acclaimed actors perform excerpts from the 2026 Booker Prize shortlist, including queer novels by Marlon James and Douglas Stuart.

Maisi and the Disco just want to be Madonna

Maisi and the Disco's new single celebrates Madonna with playful references to her biggest hits and iconic legacy.

Beau Lamarre-Condon Trial: Jury visits Jesse Baird’s Paddington house

Jurors visited the Paddington home where Jesse Baird and Luke Davies were allegedly killed as evidence continued.

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Beau Lamarre-Condon Trial: Jury visits Jesse Baird’s Paddington house

Jurors visited the Paddington home where Jesse Baird and Luke Davies were allegedly killed as evidence continued.

Türkiye  seeks to prosecute pop star Mabel Matiz over same-sex dance scene

Turkish singer Mabel Matiz faces obscenity charges over a video featuring two men dancing, prompting rights concerns.

Tennessee court grants appeal against manslaughter conviction of transgender woman

A Tennessee appeals court ordered a new trial in the Paris Lee case, prompting concerns about trans panic defence arguments.

RuPaul’s songwriter and producer Lucian Piane dies aged 46

Music producer and songwriter Lucian Piane, known for his work with RuPaul and Drag Race, has died aged 46.

Equality Australia call on Labor to support Spender’s anti-discrimination bill

Religious schools and organisations are currently able to legally discriminate against LGBTQ+ students, teachers and support staff.

More funding for community legal centres

Western Australia will provide an additional $2 million over two years to help community legal centres manage rising costs.

Just.Equal: Spender Bill to remove religious exemptions too narrow  

Just.Equal Australia says Allegra Spender's bill is welcome but fails to address religious exemptions affecting LGBTQIA+ people beyond schools.

Azerbaijan reportedly considering Russian style anti-LGBT propaganda law

Azerbaijan is reportedly considering Russian-style restrictions on LGBTQIA+ content

Belgian minister distances himself from staffer who submitted fake opinion pieces

A Belgian minister has distanced himself from a staffer accused of submitting fake opinion pieces under a fabricated identity.

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Ngala and Rainbow Families partner to deliver inclusive parenting courses

Ngala and Rainbow Families will develop inclusive parenting courses for LGBTQIA+ families, combining professional expertise with lived experience.

2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

Head to Connections on Friday for the PRIDEFEST program launch sundowner

Head to Connections Nightclub for the 2026 Pride Program Launch.

Perth Pride Run & Walk returns for 2026

Perth Frontrunners' free Pride Run & Walk returns to Elizabeth Quay with accessible routes, entertainment, coffee and community celebration.

Culture

RuPaul’s Drag Race Lipsync Live locks in 2027 tour

Drag stars including Hannah Conda, Alyssa Edwards and Kween Kong will tour Australia in March 2027, excluding Perth.

Channing Tatum’s ‘Magic Mike Live’ comes to Perth in 2027

Magic Mike Live will launch its Australian tour in Perth in February 2027 before travelling to Adelaide with an international cast.

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New offerings from Lyam, Troye Sivan, ETHAN, DEVAURA, Mette, Cat Burns and more.

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On This Gay Day | ‘Holding the Man’ author Tim Conigrave died

His memoir became widely acclaimed as queer literature since its publication in 1995.

On This Gay Day | TV’s ‘Sticky Moments’ had its debut

The show brought Julian Clary to the masses.

On This Gay Day | Oscar Wilde was born

Born in 1854, Oscar Wilde became a literary giant whose work endures and whose prosecution shaped LGBTQIA+ history.

On This Gay Day | In 1976 Lex Watson fronted an angry audience in Mt Isa

The gay rights activist faced many homophobic comments on an ABC TV program.

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Today is GiveOUT Day! Donations eligible for dollar matching until midnight

This year almost 150 organisations are participating this year, marking the biggest line-up yet for the cause.

Virgin Australia Pride Flights are returning to the skies in 2027

Virgin Australia's Pride Flight returns in 2027, connecting Melbourne and Brisbane with Sydney Mardi Gras celebrations and LGBTQIA+ events.

Comedian Judith Lucy shares breast cancer diagnosis

Comedian and writer Judith Lucy has revealed an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis and urged women to keep up mammogram screenings.

Olympic legends call for 15,000 plasma donations as shortfall impacts supply

Australian Olympians have joined Lifeblood's campaign urging Australians to donate plasma, helping address a nationwide post-winter shortage.

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Ngala and Rainbow Families partner to deliver inclusive parenting courses

Ngala and Rainbow Families will develop inclusive parenting courses for LGBTQIA+ families, combining professional expertise with lived experience.

2026 PRIDEFEST program launched

PRIDEFEST 2026 launches with more than 90 events celebrating LGBTQIA+ community, culture and inclusion across Perth throughout November.

Head to Connections on Friday for the PRIDEFEST program launch sundowner

Head to Connections Nightclub for the 2026 Pride Program Launch.

Kayla Reay and Lonely Kids Club celebrate Pride with Australian bird-inspired t-shirts

Queer artist Kayla Reay collaborates with Lonely Kids Club on colourful Pride-themed T-shirts celebrating Australian birds and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Perth Pride Run & Walk returns for 2026

Perth Frontrunners' free Pride Run & Walk returns to Elizabeth Quay with accessible routes, entertainment, coffee and community celebration.

Today is GiveOUT Day! Donations eligible for dollar matching until midnight

This year almost 150 organisations are participating this year, marking the biggest line-up yet for the cause.

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