26UP — A social, coming out & support group for men who are 26 or over & are attracted to other men. Call Gay & Lesbian Community Services on 9420 7201 for contact details.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG INFORMATION SERVICE (ADIS)— ADIS is a 24 hour confidential telephone counselling, information and referral service. If you’re concerned about your own or somebody else’s drug or alcohol use call ADIS on 9442 5000 or tollfree on 1800 198 024
www.dao.health.wa.gov.au email: ADIS@health.wa.gov.au
ANGLO-CATHOLIC CHURCH — House mass every Sunday 10:30am. Clergy available for Baptisms, Weddings, Same Sex Commitment, Funerals. 30 Third Ave, Mt Lawley. Ph 9271 7736.
BADMINTON CLUB — Gay and lesbian social club meeting at Hainsworth Centre, 29 Hainsworth Ave Girrawheen, every Tuesday 7-9pm. All player levels welcome. Racquets and shuttlecocks provided. For more details, please contact Dallas Robertson on 0415 486 854, email dallastexjr@hotmail.com, write to PO Box 270 Inglewood 6932, or just turn up!
BEARS PERTH — A friendly social club for men with body and/or facial hair and their admirers. Men of all shapes and sizes are welcome. Licensed Den Nights are on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Friday of each month 9pm till Late @ Loton Park Bulwer St (near Lord St.) East Perth. There are also different events on the 2nd Sunday of each month, often at a member’s residence or alternative event as advised. Visitors welcome. For more info, contact Paul or Michael on 9271 1685 or email: info@bearsperth.org or visit www.bearsperth.org
BUSHTRACKERS — Gay friendly bushwalking group exploring the exquisite beach, bush and river trails in the south-west, based in the Peel and Murray Regions. Walks are on the 4th Sunday of every month. Please call Elizabeth on 0413 020 564 for details of our next walk. email: bushtrackers09@yahoo.com.au
CLUB WEST — Perth’s premier fund-raising gay charity balls, established 1990 and still going strong! See web for upcoming shows. Table reservations, book on-line for a % saving. 9246 9318 www.clubwest.com.au
COUNTRY NETWORK — Like to socialise and meet people all over the country? We are an Australia-wide friendship/contact organisation and have members in both the country and cities. Our members may meet / stay with other members, if this is agreed between those members, when travelling. We have functions which range from pizza nights to overnight stays in the regional areas. Interested? Ring Viv on Mob: 0427 193 243 or 9226 2740. Address PO Box 192, Subiaco WA 6904, or
email: dalled1@optusnet.com.au
DYKES ON BIKES — A diverse, loosely-knit social group, occasional organised rides & gatherings plus annual appearance as the traditional lead fl oat in the Pride Parade. General enquiries JAX 9414 7078 or email dykesonbikeswa@hotmail.com
FREEDOM CENTRE — Freedom Centre provides a safe space, peer support, information, and referral for GLBTIQ and questioning young people (under 26). Freedom Centre runs a variety of drop in sessions, events, workshops, activities and
retreats. Open Times: Freespace – every Wednesday 5-8pm & Friday 4-8pm, Outspace – 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month 11am- 5pm, GenderQ – 1st Thurs of the month 5-8pm, Guyspace – 2nd Thurs of the month 5-8pm, Girlspace – 3rd Thurs of the month 5-8pm.
GAY & LESBIAN ARCHIVES OF WA — Located in the Murdoch University Library on the South Street Campus. For opening hours and access details, please contact the Library on 9360 2563.
GAY & LESBIAN COMMUNITY SERVICES (GLCS) — Serving the gay and lesbian community since 1974. Counselling, info & referral service. 9420 7201. Mon-Fri 7-10pm. Wednesday women’s counsellor. General inquires and training requests: Admin & Fax 9486 9855. admin@glcs.org.au. City West Lotteries House 2 Delhi
St West Perth 6005 — www.glcs.org.au , www.equalityrules.info; www.openingclosets.com
GAY & LESBIAN EQUALITY (WA) (GALE) — Is WA’s peak gay & lesbian human rights lobby group, working to enhance and defend equality for the GLBTI community. GALE meets regularly, Lotteries House. Details of meetings/campaigns available. Info line 0414 13 37 37. PO Box 420 Northbridge WA 6865. e: galewa@galewa.asn.au , www.galewa.asn.au
GLBTI RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION INC (GRAI) — New members are invited and welcome to participate in developing options for older GLBTI people when accessing retirement living and aged care services. Are you interested? For further details phone Graham on 9272 1051. PO Box 715 Mt Lawley WA 6929. e:info@grai.org.au , www.grai.org.au
HEPATITIS COUNCIL OF WA — The council provides information and support to people affected by hepatitis. If you would like to know more on hepatitis A, B or C, contact us on 9328 8538 (Metro) or 1800 800 070 (Country) www.hepatitiswa.com.au
LOTON PARK TENNIS CLUB — Diversity is our advantage.Come on down and try something new at Perth’s Other Gay & Lesbian venue. It’s not just about tennis. Open to all levels of players – social and competitive – with an emphasis on enjoyment for everyone. With the city skyline as our backdrop, sit back on the embankment or balcony and enjoy a drink in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. A full social calendar ahead ensures a summer of fun for everyone. Enquiries@lotonpark.com.au
Ph: (08) 9328 5065 — www.lotonpark.com.au
OUTdance — Same Sex Partner Ballroom & Latin American Dance Classes – Group Classes & Social Nights for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Dancers. Private Lessons by appointment. Group Class – 6.30pm Tuesday Mt Hawthorne Community Centre. Class Enquiries: Judy 0417 911 214 or Jan 0401 700 562. OUTdance Studio Principals: Darryl Davenport & Tania McGuinness. P: 0414 666 034 F: 9403 2220
OUTdanceperth@aol.com
PARENTS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS OF LESBIANS & GAYS (PFLAG PERTH) — Community group providing support & understanding for families/friends of GLTB people. GLTB people also welcome. A group also in Bunbury. Ph for more. Perth meets 2nd Sat monthly @ Women’s Health Care House, 100 Aberdeen St Northbridge @ 1:30pm. PO Box 354 Northbridge 6865. Helpline 9228 1005.
e: pflagwa@hotmail.com www.pflagwa.org.au
PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS WA INC — are an independent community based group providing support and advocacy for People Living with HIV/AIDS and their significant others affected by HIV. A monthly support group meets to provide an outlet for support that enables members to share information about treatments and gain emotional support in a safe, non threatening, confidential environment. All genders and sexual orientations are welcome to attend our events. For more information Ph: 9295 3995. e: info@plwhawa.org.au , www.plwhawa.org.au
PERTH OUTDOORS GROUP — If you enjoy socialising with other lesbian and gay people here is your chance. We organise a monthly get together with a mixture of outdoor and indoor activities. It’s a great way to get to know other G & L people and the Committee arrange a very interesting variety of functions. Come and join in the fun. PO Box 47, Northbridge 6865 Ph: 9498 7675
PRIDE WA — Stages events throughout the year, including Fairday, an Arts & Culture Festival, Dance Parties, the famous Pride Parade & regular women-only Sundowners and the Pride Professional Alliance. Office: 36 Brisbane St Northbridge. Ph 9427 0828 / Fx 9427 0829. e: pride@pridewa.asn.au www.pridewa.asn.au
PRIMETIMERS WA — If you are a gay or bisexual man who has achieved at least 40 years of age, we are anxious to welcome you as a Prime Timer. Group meets 2pm second Sunday each month at Lotteries House, 2 Delhi St West Perth. Ph 0416 282 648. PO Box 829 Mt Lawley 6929. e: primetimers@primetimerswa.com
www.primetimerswa.com
QUEERS FOR RECONCILIATION (Q4R) — The experience of discrimination is common ground for both Queer and Aboriginal communities.Q4R holds workshops and social events to raise cultural awareness about Aboriginal culture and history & also to promote friendships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal queers. For more information, please go to www.reconciliation.gayinwa.com.au or call Alan Carter 0428 250 155 or Danae Gibson 0429 864 541.
RAINBOW LABOR— New Members welcome to join this GLBTIQ focused branch of the ALP. Branch meetings occur every month and we have a direct link to State Executive and our own branch delegates to State Conference. Being involved in Rainbow Labor gives members the opportunity to have direct influence on the policies of the Australian Labor Party at a State and National level. For further information please contact Stephen Dawson, President, Rainbow Labor on 0406 291 091 e: sdawson@vtown.com.au , www.groups.yahoo.com/group/rainbow_labor_wa/
SAINT ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH — Acceptance & affirmation for lesbians, gay men, bi & trans people, friends & supporters at Saint Andrews. Worship Sun 6pm, all welcome. 259 Barker Rd Subiaco. 9381 1130. e:standrewsubi@bigpond.com www.siriol.net/StAndrew/home.htm
SECCA (SEXUALITY EDUCATION COUNSELLING CONSULTANCY AGENCY) — Counselling for people with a disability, their partners, carers & family about relationships & sexuality. Professional education & consultancy services available covering sexuality & disability. Fees may apply. Mon-Fri 9-5. City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi St West Perth WA 6005. Ph 9420 7226 / Fx 9420 7229. e:
admin@secca.org.au , www.secca.org.au
SEX WORKERS — Support, education, info & referral services for F, M & T/G sex workers (private, escort, parlours, street). Peer-based, worker-friendly staff for confidential & anonymous phone, in-house & outreach help/advice. Free clinic for STI screenings. Stock at reduced price to workers. Mon–Thu 9am–4pm. 9328 1387. e:
sexworker@fpwa.org.au
SAME SEX DOMESTIC ABUSE GROUP (SSDAG) — Raising community awareness and free training for service providers to improve their response to people of diverse sexuality and/or gender (DSG) experiencing domestic abuse. Email: projectworker@ssdag.org.au ph: 0428958873, Website: www.ssdag.org.au
SUNSET COASTER — After work monthly social function for gay & lesbian professionals & friends. Venue changes monthly so check the OUTinPerth Calendar. e: georgeperth@hotmail.com — www.sunsetcoasters.com
THE CHAMELEON SOCIETY — is a support and social group for Crossdressers, Transsexuals, their partners and other people or businesses involved with the transgender community. The group is based in Perth, Western Australia, and runs meetings at a central location, close to the City, venue on the second and fourth
Wednesday of each month. Contact details on www.chameleonswa.com
THE CHRISTIAN QUEER — It’s OK to be gay and Christian. Affirming Christian GLBTI people www.thechristianqueer.net referrals books devotions affirming church list community groups etc. PO Box X2222 Perth 6847 colourfuldave@gmail.com
UNITING FRIENDS — provides a safe place for gay Christians to discuss issues of sexuality and spirituality. Meets third Friday of month, 7 pm. Contact Bev on 6103 4222 or email bevf@ucic.org.au
WAAC — Strengthening our community’s health and quality of life. Provides Positive Support Services – Counselling – Needle and Syringe Exchange Program, Gay Men’s Education, Women’s Services – for women living with HIV and AIDS and many other services. 664 Murray Street, West Perth, AIDSline 9482 0044, Mensline 9322 8401, Toll Free 1800 671 130 — www.waaids.com
WA GAY LEAGUE — Tenpin Bowling. Everyone is welcome. Sun 11:00am to 1:30pm at Warwick Superbowl. 12 Dugdale St, Warwick Grove. Ph Jillda 0438 442 805 or Peter 0401 950 864 www.wagl.org.au
WA WANDERERS — Gay men’s bushwalking group. Day walks, 3rd Sunday of the month. Newcomers welcome, enjoy the outdoors with easygoing, like-minded men. Contact Brian and Andrew 0415 249 265 or wawanderers@yahoo.com. Website www.geocities.com/wawanderers
To list a community group or service in the paper and online ph: 08 9371 9877
email: info@www.outinperth.com
web: www.www.outinperth.com
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