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Perfume Genius returns with ‘Natural High’

Perfume Genius previews new performance project The Lesson with Natural High, a transformative collaboration with choreographer Kate Wallich.

On This Gay Day | Film director Pedro Almodovar was born

The acclaimed Spanish director celebrates his birthday today.

Jury shown footage of Beau Lamarre-Condon buying surfboard bag prior to alleged double murder

Jurors in the Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial viewed CCTV footage and heard evidence prosecutors say indicates planning.

Calls for Turkish journalist Tuğba Tekerek to be released

International press freedom groups have called for the release of journalist Tuğba Tekerek following raids and media restrictions.

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Jury shown footage of Beau Lamarre-Condon buying surfboard bag prior to alleged double murder

Jurors in the Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial viewed CCTV footage and heard evidence prosecutors say indicates planning.

Calls for Turkish journalist Tuğba Tekerek to be released

International press freedom groups have called for the release of journalist Tuğba Tekerek following raids and media restrictions.

Pope before Pride in Argentina

Buenos Aires Pride organisers plan to proceed with their November parade despite city requests to postpone the event.

Three people arrested over stabbing outside Liverpool venue

Three people have been charged after an alleged stabbing incident linked to a Liverpool LGBTIQA+ venue that remains closed.

HIV prevention research conference to take place in Geneva

Geneva will host HIVR4P 2027 and IAS 2027, bringing global researchers together to advance HIV prevention and science.

Beau Lamarre-Condon claims shootings were self-defence

Defence lawyers claim Beau Lamarre-Condon acted in self-defence, while prosecutors allege a deliberate double murder and extensive cover-up.

New GPAHE Report examines far-right networks and anti-LGBTQIA+ activism in Australia

A new GPAHE report argues far-right and anti-LGBTQIA+ networks remain active in Australia despite recent government action.

OPINION | A better version of belonging: Responding to hateful ideologies

thread: community + health (formerly WAAC) CEO Dr Daniel Vujcich writes about building a better version of belonging.

‘La Bola Negra’ wins at Toronto Film Festival

La Bola Negra has won the top prize at the Toronto Film Festival creating buzz that the film might be a major contender at the Oscars in 2027.

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Grants for celebrating volunteers announced

Western Australia has awarded volunteer grants to support International Volunteer Day events recognising volunteers who strengthen communities statewide.

OPINION | A better version of belonging: Responding to hateful ideologies

thread: community + health (formerly WAAC) CEO Dr Daniel Vujcich writes about building a better version of belonging.

New book seeks to make real world change with rainbow toolkit for educators

Rainbow Futures in Research and Teaching brings together a collection of work from queer scholars and allies.

Perth Steam Works to be inducted into Proud Awards Hall of Fame

Perth Steam Works marks its 30th anniversary while preparing for Proud Awards Hall of Fame recognition and community celebrations.

Culture

Charli XCX will join Madonna on ‘Danceteria’ remix

Madonna has announced a new Danceteria remix featuring Charli XCX, with the collaboration arriving on 24 September.

Kristin Chenoweth, Cody Simpson, Bianca Del Rio, sign up for ‘The Traitors’

New seasons of The Traitors are coming, with celebrity casts announced in the US and UK alongside new franchise spin-offs.

Michael Bowyer: ’22 Things I’ll Never Do Again’

Comedian Michael Bowyer draws on adventures from all seven continents for his sixth solo show, 22 Things I’ll Never Do Again.

History

On This Gay Day | Film director Pedro Almodovar was born

The acclaimed Spanish director celebrates his birthday today.

On This Gay Day | Bisexuality Day was first celebrated in 1999

The day had its origins at a meeting in San Francisco in 1990.

On This Gay Day | Will & Grace aired for the first time

It would be the first of 246 episodes.

On This Gay Day | 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' was repealed in 2011

The policy had been introduced under the watch of President Bill Clinton.

Lifestyle

The Last Mile | New study shows gaps in HIV testing and diagnosis

A new study highlights missed testing opportunities and healthcare barriers preventing earlier HIV diagnosis as Australia pursues elimination targets.

The Last Mile | Victoria launches virtual elimination of HIV goal

Victoria's HIV sector is urging political parties to fund ambitious reforms aimed at virtually eliminating HIV transmission by 2030.

The Last Mile | HIV diagnoses in Australia show more work needed to reach some groups

Australia has achieved global HIV testing and treatment targets, but late diagnoses and disparities among key communities remain.

R U OK? Day encourages LGBTIQA+ communities to check in and make a difference

This Thursday 10 September is R U OK? Day.

Community

Perth Steam Works to be inducted into Proud Awards Hall of Fame

Perth Steam Works marks its 30th anniversary while preparing for Proud Awards Hall of Fame recognition and community celebrations.

Barn Dance 2026 – One of Perth’s best nights out!

City Farm in East Perth was filled with plaid shirts, Stetsons, big belt buckles, boots and bandanas.

Join the Transgender Insurgency

WA Greens have announced a community event that playfully references Pauline Hanson's comments about a so-called transgender insurgency.

Rainbow Families and Pride WA to celebrate family diversity at AWESOME Festival

Two leading LGBTIQA+ organisations are joining Barking Gecko Arts to shine a light on rainbow families as part of AWESOME Festival.

Out & Loud Festival: 400 singers come together for Out & Loud Gala this November

Perth Pride Choir is bringing the Out & Loud Choral Festival to our city for the first time later this year.

Grants for celebrating volunteers announced

Western Australia has awarded volunteer grants to support International Volunteer Day events recognising volunteers who strengthen communities statewide.

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Perfume Genius returns with ‘Natural High’

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Jury shown footage of Beau Lamarre-Condon buying surfboard bag prior to alleged double murder

Jurors in the Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial viewed CCTV footage and heard evidence prosecutors say indicates planning.

Calls for Turkish journalist Tuğba Tekerek to be released

International press freedom groups have called for the release of journalist Tuğba Tekerek following raids and media restrictions.

Pope before Pride in Argentina

Buenos Aires Pride organisers plan to proceed with their November parade despite city requests to postpone the event.