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Rainbow Families shine at PrideFEST 2025

Themed around 'Neverland: Pirates and Fairies', the event brought together families from across Western Australia for a morning filled with laughter, music, and connection.

Opinion | What’s wrong with the Better Together podcast

Lyn Hardy breaks down the arguments made by Matt Beard from All Out.

Get creepy crawly at Club Silly this Friday at The Bird

The Bird will be buzzing for Club Silly's fourth outing this weekend.

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Opinion | What’s wrong with the Better Together podcast

Lyn Hardy breaks down the arguments made by Matt Beard from All Out.

Tasmania agrees to redress scheme over laws against homosexuality and cross-dressing 

The scheme is the first of its kind in Australia.

Tasmania set to pass scheme for restitution on historical homosexual convictions

Could the legislation be a blueprint for other states?

Queensland police investigate assault on transgender person

The 25-year-old was assaulted on a Gold Coast tram over a sticker on their bag.

Better Together | The Rainbow Connection continues

Beyond apologies and remorse, Better Together brought together hundreds for discussions and learning.

Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds praises Gay Games win for Perth

The global event will be coming to Perth in 2030.

SA Premier Peter Malinauskas reflects on 50 years of progress

From the death of Dr George Duncan to today, SA's premier says there still more work to do.

Former NSW MP Gareth Ward jailed for over five years

The former Liberal MP was convicted of assaulting two young men in two separate incidents.

All Out and Matt Beard remain silent on podcast comments

There has been no response from All Out in wake of Better Together podcast controversy.

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Get creepy crawly at Club Silly this Friday at The Bird

The Bird will be buzzing for Club Silly's fourth outing this weekend.

Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds praises Gay Games win for Perth

The global event will be coming to Perth in 2030.

Opinion | Better Together – Internal division or right-wing sitcom?

Carl Gopalkrishnan on the Better Together podcast incident.

WA’s Australian of the Year nominees revealed

The 2026 Australian of the Year will be announced in Canberra in January.

Culture

Musician Roisin Murphy goes on anti-trans rant

The singer said she'd stop commenting on transgender healthcare, but the promise was short-lived.

Darwin to celebrate ‘The Rocky Horror Show’

As the film version marks its 50th anniversary, Darwin residents will be able to check out a live production.

90s indie darlings Pulp to tour Australia in 2026

Sadly there's no Perth show on their schedule, so fans will have to make a trip east to see the band.

History

On This Gay Day | In 1989 The West Australian opposed decriminalising homosexuality

The state's daily newspaper 1989 views on homosexuality may shock you.

On This Gay Day | Photographer Robert Mapplethorpe was born

The photographer's work spurred discussions about public funding of art works and censorship.

On this Gay Day | 80s pop star Marilyn was born in 1962

He found pop fame in the 1980s especially in Australia where he was mobbed by fans.

On This Gay Day | k.d. lang was born in Alberta, Canada

The singer's career has seen her explore many different genres.

Lifestyle

Is cervical screening important for trans and gender diverse people?

Mathéo is one of the faces of the Own It national cervical screening campaign.

Are you ready to Movember?

Show your support for men's health this November.

Collectables expo TreasureCon is coming to Perth this November

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre will be transformed into a haven for all things collectible for two massive days this November.

New Marc Fennell SBS series tackles the big topics

Over a series of dinner parties the SBS host greets guests for bold and fearless conversations.

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Get creepy crawly at Club Silly this Friday at The Bird

The Bird will be buzzing for Club Silly's fourth outing this weekend.

Mardi Gras tickets for major events on sale today

The annual festival will run from 13th February through to 1st March 2026.

Alan Joyce to be keynote speaker at the 2025 Crown Pride Luncheon

The former QANTAS boss will speak following the release of his memoir.

Better Together | The Rainbow Connection continues

Beyond apologies and remorse, Better Together brought together hundreds for discussions and learning.

Better Together | Stevie Georgia on genuine trans allyship

When Stevie Georgia took to the stage at the...

Rainbow Families shine at PrideFEST 2025

Themed around 'Neverland: Pirates and Fairies', the event brought together families from across Western Australia for a morning filled with laughter, music, and connection.

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Rainbow Families shine at PrideFEST 2025

Themed around 'Neverland: Pirates and Fairies', the event brought together families from across Western Australia for a morning filled with laughter, music, and connection.

Opinion | What’s wrong with the Better Together podcast

Lyn Hardy breaks down the arguments made by Matt Beard from All Out.

Tasmania agrees to redress scheme over laws against homosexuality and cross-dressing 

The scheme is the first of its kind in Australia.

Get creepy crawly at Club Silly this Friday at The Bird

The Bird will be buzzing for Club Silly's fourth outing this weekend.

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Madeleine Grey’s simmering tale of desire is full of compassion for the two main characters, and the weight of historical barriers to that desire.