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Rainbow Families battle it out at Lazer Blaze Joondalup

Rainbow Families of WA kicked off the year with a free community event.

Rufus Wainwright delivers an magical moment in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy

The singer transforms a classic 60s tune into an uplifting anthem for the future.

Labor’s decision to walk away from vilification protections labeled a missed opportunity

LGBTIQA+ rights groups have highlighted a long list of actions the government could take to stop hate crimes.

Shocking video shows conversion therapy in action in South African church

The clip has led to renewed calls for the South African government to take action.

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Labor’s decision to walk away from vilification protections labeled a missed opportunity

LGBTIQA+ rights groups have highlighted a long list of actions the government could take to stop hate crimes.

Shocking video shows conversion therapy in action in South African church

The clip has led to renewed calls for the South African government to take action.

US ICE Agents accused of making lesbian slurs about Renee Nicole Good

An officer shot the mother of three on Januaury 7th as ICE agents worked their way through Minneapolis.

Anthony Albanese backs off vilification and hate speech laws

The PM says there's no way to pass the laws so they'll be dropped for the time being.

Norwegian court finds man guilty of orchestrating 2022 terrorist attack

48-year-old Arfan Bhatti guilty of orchestrating the deadly 2022 terrorist attack against Oslo's LGBTIQA+ community.

Kirralie Smith and Binary say they will appeal $95,000 vilification fine

The group and its CEO will appeal the Supreme Court of New South Wales, and vowed to take their fight to the High Court of Australia if needed.

Malaysian authorities shut down hotel for promoting itself as ‘gay friendly’

When police raided the hotel there was only one room being used, and no guests at the venue.

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Equality Australia urges government to work with The Greens on hate speech laws

“Leaving any group unprotected implies their safety matters less and that violence against them is tolerated."

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Rainbow Families battle it out at Lazer Blaze Joondalup

Rainbow Families of WA kicked off the year with a free community event.

Change of leadership at Pride WA

Forer state MP Peter Foster takes over as Chair of Pride WA.

Does Basil Zempilas support the Liberal party position on trans healthcare?

We asked and the response from his spokesperson was far from full-throated support for the policy.

Author Craig Silvey charged over alleged child exploitation offences

Silvey has been charged in a Fremantle court over alleged possession and distribution of child explotation material.

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‘I’m A Celebrity’ reveals teases first three campmates ahead of premiere

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Joondalup Festival reveals program ahead of March outing

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Janice Robinson, Courtney Act to headline Mardi Gras Fair Day

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On This Gay Day | Author Patricia Highsmith born in 1921

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On This Gay Day | Irish politician Leo Varadkar publicly came out

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On This Gay Day | Merle Miller declared what it means to be a homosexual

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On This Gay Day | NYC Politician Murray Hall died

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‘Life Without Diabetes’ suggests a pathway for reversing the medical condition

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The Last Mile | Whose responsibility is it to tackle the HIV goals?

At Better Together a lively discussion was held on how to achieve Australia's 2030 HIV goals.

The Last Mile | How can we make PrEP treatment more accessible?

New UK report calls for PrEP to be made more widely available through community pharmacies.

Sign up for ‘Sweat with Pride 2026’ this June

Whether taking part solo or as a team, you can help raise funds for LGBTIQA+ organsiations.

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Change of leadership at Pride WA

Forer state MP Peter Foster takes over as Chair of Pride WA.

Rainbow Families launches first ever national survey

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Head down to The Rams ‘Have a Try’ day and give rugby a go

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Join OUTdance for a game of Bingo

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City of Vincent Film Project reveals new stories for 2026

The 2026 films will tell stories of two iconic venues, alongside a third exploring Irish culture and community in the City.

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