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UK Reform leader Nigel Farage says gay marriage is “wrong”

Farage says the issue is now settled, but restated he's never been a supporter of same-sex couples being allowed to marry.

Barn Dance is heading to a Gold Rush

Tickets to Perth's big night of boot scooting and bandanas are now on sale.

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A gay classic turned into a ballet, a country music star, arrests in China, a new leader for Mardi Gras, and coming out in the AFL.

Actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56 after private cancer battle

The actor first found success on 'Home and Away' before hitting the international stage.

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UK Reform leader Nigel Farage says gay marriage is “wrong”

Farage says the issue is now settled, but restated he's never been a supporter of same-sex couples being allowed to marry.

Now You Know: Five quick news stories

A gay classic turned into a ballet, a country music star, arrests in China, a new leader for Mardi Gras, and coming out in the AFL.

Busselton Councillor calls for Pride festival to be defunded

Richard Beecroft says most people in the region find Pride offensive.

Teacher fired after being outed by his husband’s obituary

Mark Richards taught at the same school for over two decades.

Tribunal rules E-Safety Commissioner’s attempt to protect Teddy Cook was not justified

The decision has been heralded as a win for free speech.

CinnefestOZ announced the four films competing for their $100,000 prize

Two WA made films are in the running for the big prize.

Two teenagers shot outside Stonewall Inn following New York’s Pride celebrations

Police say its too early to tell if the shooting was a hate crime.

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies aged 90

The preachers is remembered for a series of scandals with sex workers in the late 1980s.

Inquest finds The Vivienne died of cardio-respiratory arrest due to ketamine use

The drag star died in January after taking the drug for recreational purposes.

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Barn Dance is heading to a Gold Rush

Tickets to Perth's big night of boot scooting and bandanas are now on sale.

Perth Pride Choir take the lead on Out & Loud Festival 2026

Our very own Perth Pride Choir is taking the reins for the next year's celebration of LGBTIQA+ chorus music.

Save the date for Faction Carnival 2025

It's one of the best days of the year!

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Ngalak Nidja Bilya at The Rechabite

Ngalak Nidja Bilya is coming back to The Rechabite for a special night of celebration, community and connection to mark NAIDOC Week 2025.

Culture

Boy George declares ‘The World is Cool’

Boy George is keeping his album off streaming services, you have to buy a physical copy.

Perth Pride Choir take the lead on Out & Loud Festival 2026

Our very own Perth Pride Choir is taking the reins for the next year's celebration of LGBTIQA+ chorus music.

Internet darling bbno$ announces first Australian tour

Online sensation bbno$ is heading to Australian and New Zealand this October and November for his debut tour down under.

History

On This Gay Day | Thousands turned out to support marriage equality

Despite pouring rain thousands showed their support for changing the laws.

On This Gay Day | Walt Whitman published Leaves of Grass

The poet's best-known work is also considered the clearest indication that Whitman was same sex attracted.

On This Gay Day | In 1981 the first mainstream media report about AIDS was published

The report was titled:  Rare Cancer Seen in 41 Homosexuals.

On This Gay Day | Activist Sylvia Rivera was born in 1951

Sylvia Rivera was a pioneering transgender activist and a prominent figure in the global LGBTIQ+ rights movement.

Lifestyle

June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month – have you been tested?

Bowel cancer is one of Australia’s most common cancers, often developing with no signs or symptoms – which is why regular screening is so important.

SXSW Sydney 2025 reveals massive multimedia program

South By Southwest Sydney (SXSW Sydney) is returning this year with a huge line-up of international creative and industry talent.

The Matildas to play back-to-back matches this June and July

The Matildas will take on Slovenia and Panama in two high-stakes international series.

The latest collection from Modus Vivendi is all about neutrals

Take a gander at their latest designs.

Community

Perth Pride Choir take the lead on Out & Loud Festival 2026

Our very own Perth Pride Choir is taking the reins for the next year's celebration of LGBTIQA+ chorus music.

Save the date for Faction Carnival 2025

It's one of the best days of the year!

Peter Blazey Fellowship helps a writer complete their work

The fellowship was established to honour the memory of Peter Blazey - journalist, author and gay activist.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Ngalak Nidja Bilya at The Rechabite

Ngalak Nidja Bilya is coming back to The Rechabite for a special night of celebration, community and connection to mark NAIDOC Week 2025.

OPINION | Why we still need Pride events

Colin Longworth reflects on the importance of the Pride movement ahead of the Stonewall anniversary.

Barn Dance is heading to a Gold Rush

Tickets to Perth's big night of boot scooting and bandanas are now on sale.

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UK Reform leader Nigel Farage says gay marriage is “wrong”

Farage says the issue is now settled, but restated he's never been a supporter of same-sex couples being allowed to marry.

Barn Dance is heading to a Gold Rush

Tickets to Perth's big night of boot scooting and bandanas are now on sale.

Now You Know: Five quick news stories

A gay classic turned into a ballet, a country music star, arrests in China, a new leader for Mardi Gras, and coming out in the AFL.

Actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56 after private cancer battle

The actor first found success on 'Home and Away' before hitting the international stage.

On This Gay Day | Thousands turned out to support marriage equality

Despite pouring rain thousands showed their support for changing the laws.