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Funding opportunities for new and emerging filmmakers

Two funding programs offer documentary and short film grants, supporting emerging filmmakers and LGBTQIA+ Australian storytellers.

We value connection, but are drifting apart

New research finds Australians value connection and belonging, but many feel increasingly disconnected, with implications for mental health.

‘CryBaby’ by Mabel Gibson wins at WA Premier’s Book Awards

Yamatji writer Mabel Gibson claimed two major WA Premier's Book Awards, with judges praising her debut memoir 'CryBaby'.

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

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

On This Gay Day | The WA Labor Government was elected in 2017

He would go on to become the state's most popular premier ever.

On This Gay Day | AIDS activist organisation ACT UP formed

ACT UP grew out of activist Larry Kramer's frustration with the lack of action on tackling the AIDS crisis.

On This Gay Day | Robert Mapplethorpe died in 1989

Mapplethorpe created large scale photographic works, predominately in black and white, that featured nudes, still life and self portraits. His most controversial works were...

On This Gay Day | The film ‘The Birdcage’ was released

The film was praised for its avoidance of gay stereotypes, and it was a box office smash.

On This Gay Day | Drag star Divine died aged just 42

The Baltimore drag star conquered the world.

On This Gay Day | The Jenny Jones Show murder that shocked America

Things didn't go as planned when the show revealed a gay crush live on air.

On This Gay Day | 'Lesbian' was said in a film for the first time

The 1966 social satire film 'The Group' was directed by Sydney Lumet.

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Funding opportunities for new and emerging filmmakers

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New research finds Australians value connection and belonging, but many feel increasingly disconnected, with implications for mental health.

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Yamatji writer Mabel Gibson claimed two major WA Premier's Book Awards, with judges praising her debut memoir 'CryBaby'.

‘Elsinore’ brings to life the true life story of actor Ian Charleson

Andrew Scott stars as Ian Charleson in Elsinore, a new drama exploring fame, HIV and a pivotal Hamlet role.

Magda Szubanski speaks about her new book

Magda Szubanski discusses cancer remission, family history, marriage equality activism and her new memoir I Can't Tell You But I Will.
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