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Madonna's third album stands the test of time four decades after its release.

On This Gay Day | Russian President Vladimir Putin signs anti-gay law

Originally aimed at protecting people under the age of 18, the law has since been extended to cover the entire Russian population.

‘The Almighty Sometimes’ explores mental health via engagaing performances

A powerful and nuanced production of The Almighty Sometimes explores mental health, family, and identity through strong performances.

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40 years ago, Madonna shared ‘True Blue’

Madonna's third album stands the test of time four decades after its release.

Protests and counter-protests over transgender inclusion set for Perth this weekend

Rallies in Perth and other cities follow a Federal Court ruling on the Sex Discrimination Act, with opposing groups planning simultaneous protests on 4 July.

Governor General brushes off calls for her to abandon Equality Australia

Governor-General Sam Mostyn rejects calls to step down as Equality Australia patron amid criticism from Family First over perceived political alignment.

Iran’s soccer captain: “We respect all of the LGBT people”

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi addresses Pride round controversy after draw with Egypt, as flags appear in crowd despite reported tensions.

UK reveals proposed conversion therapy ban legislation

People who carry out conversion therapy practices in England and Wales could face jail sentences of up to five years under new legislation released...

Watchdog compels NSW police to review Sydney gay club drug raids

NSW authorities review police conduct after complaints over alleged aggressive drug raids at Sydney LGBTIQA+ venues.

Pete Buttigieg has shared that he was falsely reported as a danger to his children

Pete Buttigieg has described the impact of a police investigation sparked by false allegations.

Celebrate Pride with our 150 song 11-and-a-half hour playlist

Madonna, Martha Wash, Alter Boy, George Michael. and Paul Lekakis are just a few of the artists on the playlist.

New poll shows most Hungarians support Pride celebrations

New polling shows most Hungarians support LGBT marches and reforms, highlighting growing public backing despite existing legal restrictions and political divisions.

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Protests and counter-protests over transgender inclusion set for Perth this weekend

Rallies in Perth and other cities follow a Federal Court ruling on the Sex Discrimination Act, with opposing groups planning simultaneous protests on 4 July.

Indoor winter carnival Ready, Set, Ride! coming to PCEC this July

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is hosting a massive indoor carnival for the whole family during the July school holidays.

GRAI launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

Perth’s Cat Haven marks its 65th birthday

Despite six and a half decades of work, the challenges facing cats in our community remain as urgent as ever.

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What did we learn from the Madonna interview with Graham Norton?

Plans for a tour, unreleased tracks, collaborations and inspirations were revealed when Madonna sat down with Graham Norton.

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New tracks from La Roux, Teeks, The Irrepressibles , Yello, Felix Jaehn & Omar Rudberg, and more.

Micah McLaurin rebrands as Saint Micah with new track ‘The Grind’

Micah McLaurin rebrands as Saint Micah, releasing new single The Grind and teasing a darker creative direction and upcoming album.

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On This Gay Day | Russian President Vladimir Putin signs anti-gay law

Originally aimed at protecting people under the age of 18, the law has since been extended to cover the entire Russian population.

On This Gay Day | The film ‘Another Country’ was released in 1984

Another Country introduced cinema audiences to Rupert Everett and Colin Firth.

On This Gay Day | The 1969 Stonewall Riots started

The fight for queer liberation was propelled forward on this day in 1969 when riots broke out in New York following a police raid.

On This Gay Day | Marriage equality was achieved in the USA

The landmark Supreme Court decision saw the court rule that it was unconstitutional for states to ban same sex marriage.

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Indoor winter carnival Ready, Set, Ride! coming to PCEC this July

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is hosting a massive indoor carnival for the whole family during the July school holidays.

Perth’s Cat Haven marks its 65th birthday

Despite six and a half decades of work, the challenges facing cats in our community remain as urgent as ever.

Australia’s first study of bi+ people’s sexual health uncovers critical gaps

A national survey highlights disparities in sexual health, safety and healthcare access for bi+ Australians, calling for more inclusive services.

WA Health reports seven cases of Mpox in the last week

WA Health have highlighted that there have been seven notifications of cases of Mpox in the last week. Health officials are undertaking...

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Safety is about trust: Older LGBTI voices heard at ministerial roundtable

GRAI (GLBTI Rights in Ageing Inc) brought the voices...

Pride WA announces new board members Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown

Pride WA welcomes Saoirse Fels and Colleen Brown to its board.

Talking Generations: Intergenerational LGBTIQA+ café event returns this weekend

A beloved local event is returning this weekend, providing...

Final call for young people to help shape consent and sex education in Australia

Australian Human Rights Commission urges young people to join a national survey to improve consent education and reduce gender-based violence.

New GRAI publication celebrates 50 fabulous years of Connections

GRAI will launch a publication capturing 50 years of Connections Nightclub, sharing stories of community, resilience and belonging in WA..

GRAI launches new ‘Our Voices’ book celebrating 50 Years of Connections

Perth community celebrates Connections Nightclub's 50th anniversary with a new Our Voices book capturing LGBTI history, stories and shared legacy.

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British comedy queen Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86

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