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Trump commutes sentence and releases George Santos from prison

The former congressman has been released after serving just a few months of his seven year sentence.

City of Perth results see old and new faces elected

The election results are in and there's some new faces joining the ranks of the City of Perth Council.

Romance and tragedy intersect at WA Opera’s ‘Il Trovatore’

With bold staging, stunning music and a plot filled with misunderstandings and jealousy this a great production of Verdi's much loved work.

Iconic UK festival Mighty Hoopla is heading to Sydney in 2026

With headliners including Jessie Ware, Kelly Rowland, Nelly Furtado, Sugababes and Steps - Mighty Hoopla has built a reputation as one of the most fabulous queer music festivals in the UK.

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Trump commutes sentence and releases George Santos from prison

The former congressman has been released after serving just a few months of his seven year sentence.

City of Perth results see old and new faces elected

The election results are in and there's some new faces joining the ranks of the City of Perth Council.

NSW police remove queer themed mural from station just days after it was installed

Some officers apparently had problems with the depiction of LGBTIQA+ communities.

Bruce Reynolds elected Lord Mayor of Perth

Bruce Reynolds has seen off five other contenders for the position.

Barnaby Joyce says he won’t run again for the Nationals

The MP says he's considering his options and hasn't ruled out a switch to One Nation.

WA government releases draft plan for suicide prevention

Mental Health Minister Meredith Hammatt says all Western Australians have a role to play.

High court backs decision to bar Candace Owens from Australia

The US pundit was challenging a ruling from the Australian government that barred her from the country.

Northern Territory makes new rule on housing transgender prisoners

Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro announced this week that her government will directed prisons to house transgender inmates according to the sex they...

Greens label push for new surrogacy review as a waste of time

The Greens leader says committees won't solve ideological differences.

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Nick Goiran defends his 2019 22-hour speech opposing surrogacy reform

The Liberal MP says he was holding the government of the day to account.

PrideFEST 2025: Perth Rainbow Swans dive back in to Pride Swimming Carnival

The local LGBTIQA+ swimming club are gearing up for the return of their successful Pride carnival this November.

PrideFEST 2025: Faction Carnival returns for another round of fun

One of the most beloved events in the PrideFEST calendar is back for a fifth year of community connection, good times and nostalgia.

City of Subiaco to help local creatives build their careers

Elise Wilson and Sophie Minissale will be sponsored to attend the BANDWIDTH Amplify program.

Culture

Pentagon says Netflix series ‘Boots’ is part of an ideological agenda

The show has been a huge hit for Netflix but the current US administration doesn't appear to be fans of the show.

Review | ‘After the Hunt’ is saved by Julia Roberts intriguing performance

The actors deliver great performances, but overall this is an uncomfortable and drawn out viewing experience.

Pentatonix singer Scott Hoying and husband Mark Manio Hoying expecting first child

The singer and his husband made the announcement on the US version of 'Dancing with the Stars'.

History

On This Gay Day | Remembering groundbreaking drag star Divine

Divine found success around the globe in film and music. 

On This Gay Day | ‘Holding the Man’ author Tim Conigrave died

His memoir became widely acclaimed as queer literature since its publication in 1995.

On This Gay Day | TV’s ‘Sticky Moments’ had its debut

The show brought Julian Clary to the masses.

On This Gay Day | Oscar Wilde was born

He is remembered for his novel and plays, his style and a massive court case.

Lifestyle

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.

PICNIC Festival: Perth’s newest party coming to South Perth foreshore

A new festival to kick off the summer is taking over the South Perth foreshore this November.

Funding supports 100+ events celebrating International Day of People with Disability

Celebrating Our Unity is the theme of IDPwD 2025.

Community

Support the Tenth Muse Initiative this GiveOUT Day

Help fund a project that will record a new work that celebrated the poet Sappho.

PrideFEST 2025: Perth Rainbow Swans dive back in to Pride Swimming Carnival

The local LGBTIQA+ swimming club are gearing up for the return of their successful Pride carnival this November.

PrideFEST 2025: Faction Carnival returns for another round of fun

One of the most beloved events in the PrideFEST calendar is back for a fifth year of community connection, good times and nostalgia.

Walkern Wirin: Boorloo Blak Pride will be part of PrideFEST 2025

An event to honour all LGBTIQA+ First Nations people, alongside their supportive friends and family.

City of Perth seeks nominations for its LGBTQIA+ Advisory Group

Can you help make Perth a more inclusive city?

Launch of new Sydney gay club goes spectacularly badly

A new Sydney venue is apologising and backtracking after accusations of ageism and exclusionary language.

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Trump commutes sentence and releases George Santos from prison

The former congressman has been released after serving just a few months of his seven year sentence.

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The election results are in and there's some new faces joining the ranks of the City of Perth Council.

Romance and tragedy intersect at WA Opera’s ‘Il Trovatore’

With bold staging, stunning music and a plot filled with misunderstandings and jealousy this a great production of Verdi's much loved work.

Iconic UK festival Mighty Hoopla is heading to Sydney in 2026

With headliners including Jessie Ware, Kelly Rowland, Nelly Furtado, Sugababes and Steps - Mighty Hoopla has built a reputation as one of the most fabulous queer music festivals in the UK.

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