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On This Gay Day: Remembering Merritt Butrick

The Star Trek actor died at the age of 29 in 1989 one of the many people lost to HIV/AIDS.

Nicola Sturgeon says society will look back and feel shame about the treatment of transgender people

The former First Minister of Scotland announced the end of her time as a politician.

Lil Nas X enters his ‘Dreamboy’ era

Lil Nas X has shared five new songs, all with matching pink videos.

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Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

There's so much new music this week, it's a double edition of Fresh Tracks.

Nicola Sturgeon says society will look back and feel shame about the treatment of transgender people

The former First Minister of Scotland announced the end of her time as a politician.

Flowers got me thinking…

The onslaught of daily attacks against of LGBTIQA+ communities can be exhausting.

Clive Palmer says ads were meant to say ‘sex’ not ‘gender’

The billionaire admitted he'd got it wrong when he quoted the World Health Organisation.

David Polson’s inspiring life honoured at State Memorial

The community leader, HIV advocate and champion of LGBTIQA+ history was remembered for his life's work.

Sky News says they’re not sorry about running Palmer’s anti-trans advertisements

Sky news host Liz Storer says complaints about Trumpet of Patriot ads are only from a small minority who has "hurty feelings".

Tasmanian MPs recommend $75,000 redress for historic gay and cross-dressing convictions

A cross-party committee was unanimous in its recommendation.

Clive Palmer anti-trans election ads draw criticism

The ads have drawn scorn from newspaper readers and staff.

Both major parties wait for final election results before moving forward

Who will be Ministers and action on leadership decisions is on hold while the final votes are counted.

Local

Queer Liberation Boorloo to mark Trans Day of Visibility

The group will hold a rally in the Northbridge Piazza.

The Greens have an unexpected result in the state election

The Greens look set to hold four seats in the Legislative Council when parliament reconvenes.

John Carey and Basil Zempilas face off in fiery debate

Zempilas was challenged over the Liberal party's Albany candidate Dr Thomas Brough.

The Walkley Foundation funds 11 new journalism projects

Graeme Watson will explore Australia's goal of virtual elimination of HIV by 2030.

Culture

Couch Potato | New Zealand’s ‘Here and Queer’ is back for a second season

The show dives into the LGBTIQA+ world and touches on serious topics.

The Wiggles and Orville Peck celebrate ‘Friends of Dorothy’

The children's entertainers have teamed up with country music star Orville Peck.

Review | ‘Being Maria’ shares the story of actor Maria Schneider

The confronting film tells the story of the actor who rose to fame for her role in 'The Last Tango in Paris'.

History

On This Gay Day: Remembering Merritt Butrick

The Star Trek actor died at the age of 29 in 1989 one of the many people lost to HIV/AIDS.

On This Gay Day | The film 'Victor / Victoria' premiered in 1982

The role would become one of Julie Andrews most acclaimed performances.

On This Gay Day | Documentary 'Paris is Burning' made its debut

The documentary introduced the world to Ballroom culture.

On This Gay Day | Dancer Vaslav Nijinsky was born in Russia

He's remembered as one of the world's greatest ballet dancers.

Lifestyle

New restaurant Crouching Monkeys opens in one of Perth’s most iconic pubs

The Asian fusion menu is filled with popular dishes.

Survey from Durex shares a snapshot of the sex lives and attitudes of Australians

LGBTIQA+ communities are being given credit for changing attitudes.

Learn about sauna etiquette with the WAAC team

This is your chance to get all your sauna questions answered.

Community

The Walkley Foundation funds 11 new journalism projects

Graeme Watson will explore Australia's goal of virtual elimination of HIV by 2030.

Dates for PrideFEST 2025 announced

Find out the dates for Fairday, the Pride Parade and most importantly when to apply.

Legal and financial experts sought for Transfolk WA Board

TransFolk WA are seeking expert candidates to contribute to their community support efforts by joining the Board.

One of One, an organisation that supports women in music, is coming to Perth

Their events are open to women and gender non-conforming people.

Vic Park Pride are getting ready to create an huge mural

Head down to take part in the creative process.

Queer Liberation Boorloo to mark Trans Day of Visibility

The group will hold a rally in the Northbridge Piazza.

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Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

There's so much new music this week, it's a double edition of Fresh Tracks.

On This Gay Day: Remembering Merritt Butrick

The Star Trek actor died at the age of 29 in 1989 one of the many people lost to HIV/AIDS.

Nicola Sturgeon says society will look back and feel shame about the treatment of transgender people

The former First Minister of Scotland announced the end of her time as a politician.

Lil Nas X enters his ‘Dreamboy’ era

Lil Nas X has shared five new songs, all with matching pink videos.

On This Gay Day | The film 'Victor / Victoria' premiered in 1982

The role would become one of Julie Andrews most acclaimed performances.