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Contemporary dance set to shine with Co3 ‘IN.RESIDENCE: GATHERING.2’

Co3 returns with GATHERING.2, an immersive dance experience blending performance, music and visual art across three dynamic weekends in Perth.

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking Winter Edition is this coming Wednesday 17 June from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

Jessica Mauboy to host ‘That Blackfella Show’ this NAIDOC Week

That Blackfella Show is back with another night of First Nations variety entertainment.

‘Canada’s Drag Race: All Stars’ reveals stacked cast for debut season

It's shaping up to be a very competitive season, stacked with finalists, global competitors and big personalities.

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Niger introduces new punishments for homosexuality

Niger’s military government has introduced new laws criminalising same-sex relationships, with prison terms and fines for offenders.

Artist David Hockney dies aged 88

British artist David Hockney, considered one of the most important art figures of the 20th century, has died aged 88. Hockney emerged during the Pop...

Gold Coast ruckman Max Knobel banned for four games over homophobic slur

Gold Coast Suns player Max Knobel receives a four-match ban after admitting to using a homophobic slur during a VFL match.

Mark Latham loses defamation appeal against Alex Greenwich

Mark Latham’s defamation appeal over a 2023 tweet about Alex Greenwich has been dismissed, with damages and costs upheld.

Pride in Sport say Kane Evans story highlights the need for inclusion programs

Pride in Sport have welcome Kane Evans announcement that he is gay and said it shows why inclusion programs are essential.

Retired rugby player Kane Evans comes out and shares emotional journey

Former Sydney Roosters player Kane Evans has shared he is gay in a stirring interview this week.

HIV advocate Mark Reid honoured in King’s Birthday list

Western Australian HIV advocate Mark Reid has been made a member of the Order of Australia in today's King Birthday honours.

Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth may intervene in Fair Work Commission stoush

Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth has refused to rule out intervening in a dispute at the highest levels of Australia’s Fair Work Commission.

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People who are immune to HIV, Pride flag bans, queer books and flagging support for LGBTIQA+ rights. Check out these stories.

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Rainbow Reads will celebrate their first birthday with author Em Readman

Rainbow Reads marks its first birthday with a zine-making workshop for LGBTIQA+ young people at Midland Library led by Em Readman.

HIV advocate Mark Reid honoured in King’s Birthday list

Western Australian HIV advocate Mark Reid has been made a member of the Order of Australia in today's King Birthday honours.

Meaghan Holden: We need to speak up before silence becomes acceptance

Living Proud CEO Meaghan Holden reflects on the need for people to speak up to ensure safety for all.

A wild Western Australia: Patrick Malborough and the madcap energy of ‘Nock Loose’

Local author Patrick Malborough discusses post-modern influences, creative chaos, and unexpected success behind his debut novel Nock Loose.

Culture

Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow to return for ‘Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion’ sequel

A sequel to the 1997 cult favourite Romy and Michele's High School Reunion is coming soon, reuniting the original cast and bringing some new...

Qween Jean makes history with Tony Award win

Costume designer Qween Jean wins a Tony Award for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, marking a historic moment for transgender artists on Broadway.

Review | Dustin Hoffman shines in Daniel Roher’s fiction debut ‘The Tuner’

A stylish, tightly crafted thriller pairs Dustin Hoffman and Leo Woodall in a polished debut from Oscar winner Daniel Roher.

History

On This Gay Day | ‘My Little Pony’ introduced a same-sex couple

The emergence of an animated lesbian pony upset conservative commentators across Australia.

On This Gay Day | The Pulse massacre took place in Florida

In 2016 tragedy struck The Pulse nightclub when lone gunman carried out a terrorist attack

On This Gay Day | Marriage Equality was achieved in Iceland in 2010

The country's PM was one of the first to get married.

On This Gay Day | We remember Bartholomé Tecia

In 1566 Bartholomé Tecia, a 15-year-old student in Switzerland was executed for being homosexual.

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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...

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.

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.

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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Rainbow Reads will celebrate their first birthday with author Em Readman

Rainbow Reads marks its first birthday with a zine-making workshop for LGBTIQA+ young people at Midland Library led by Em Readman.

HIV advocate Mark Reid honoured in King’s Birthday list

Western Australian HIV advocate Mark Reid has been made a member of the Order of Australia in today's King Birthday honours.

To Adapt is to Endure: An Unfinished History of WAAC

WAAC CEO Daniel Vujcich and Chairperson Conrad Liveris provide an update following the organisation's recent Special General Meeting.

NAIDOC Week fundraiser ball to celebrate culture, community and Pride at The Rechabite

A NAIDOC Week fundraiser ball at The Rechabite will celebrate First Nations culture, queerness and community while raising vital funds.

Make and Bake It for Out Loud 2026

The Perth Pride Choir is busily creating a range of fabulous gift items and baking luscious treats for their fundraiser.

Head to Pride Networking Drinks this week

Pride Networking Winter Edition is this coming Wednesday 17 June from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Royal Hotel.

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Niger introduces new punishments for homosexuality

Niger’s military government has introduced new laws criminalising same-sex relationships, with prison terms and fines for offenders.