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Graeme Watson

Graeme Watson is the co-editor of OUTinPerth. He also works in the university sector and is a broadcaster at RTRFM 92.1

New round of LGBTIQA+ inclusion grants awarded

Four WA organisations receive LGBTIQA+ inclusion grants to deliver projects promoting community connection, education and diversity across metropolitan and regional areas.

UNAIDS warns that funding cuts and repressive laws are undoing decades of work

UNAIDS warns global HIV progress is under threat as funding cuts hit prevention, raising concerns about a possible resurgence.

West Australian Opera’s next work is ‘Eugene Onegin’

Cameron Menzies will direct Eugene Onegin for West Australian Opera, bringing Tchaikovsky’s timeless tale of love and regret to Perth audiences.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Brisbane radio host says he does not discriminate against transgender people

Greg Gould alleges broadcaster Matthew Boyd made anti-trans comments, while Boyd says his remarks were misinterpreted and apologises.

Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10½ years in prison after convictions for rape and multiple sexual assaults.

Comedian Tom Allen books Australian tour for 2027

British comedian Tom Allen brings his new show Totally Tom Allen to Australia in 2027, including a Perth performance.

WA Premier Roger Cook has no solid timeline for conversion therapy ban

Premier Roger Cook declines to commit to 2026 conversion therapy ban timeline

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

This week we check out new offerings from La Roux, ETHAN, Cain Culto, Isaac Dunbar and Slayyyter.