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Indonesian government defends Cabinet Secretary accused of being gay

An Indonesian politician accused a rival of being gay in a video later removed for hate speech, prompting condemnation from officials and rights groups.

New south of the river playgroup launches for Rainbow Families

A new playgroup for rainbow families is launching south of the river this June.

ABC’s iconic filmmaking competition ‘Race Around The World’ returns

For the first time since 1998, Race Around The World returns for a new generation.

On This Gay Day | Remembering Dr. James Barry

He was a leading surgeon and doctor during Queen Victoria's time.

On This Gay Day | Director Gus Van Sant was born

Gus Van Sant is one of Hollywood's most intriguing directors.

On This Gay Day | Ronald Reagan’s HIV Epidemic Commission met for the first time

Regan had been criticised for failing to quickly take action on the issue of HIV which was first detected in 1981.

On This Gay Day | Rufus Wainwright was born in 1973

The prolific musician has made everything from pop hits to opera and recreations of famous Judy Garland shows.

On This Gay Day | Vincenzo Francone makes a statement at the 1980 Olympics

The Italian activist stage a protest about homosexuality being illegal.

On This Gay Day | DJ Larry Levan was born

DJ Larry Levan was born on this day in 1954. He left this world too early – aged just 38 years old in 1992.

On This Gay Day | Remembering gay rights activist Stephen Donaldson

Stephen Donaldson died on this day in 1996. He was a leader in gay rights, recognition of bisexuality, and prison reform.

On This Gay Day | The Queen’s bodyguard Michael Trestail was forced to resign

Commander Michael Trestrail was forced to resign when it was revealed he was gay.

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Indonesian government defends Cabinet Secretary accused of being gay

An Indonesian politician accused a rival of being gay in a video later removed for hate speech, prompting condemnation from officials and rights groups.

New south of the river playgroup launches for Rainbow Families

A new playgroup for rainbow families is launching south of the river this June.

ABC’s iconic filmmaking competition ‘Race Around The World’ returns

For the first time since 1998, Race Around The World returns for a new generation.

Florida man arrested after allegedly beating a 5-year-old boy for being gay

Florida police arrested Andre Brown Jr after allegedly abusing three children, including a 5‑year‑old boy he believed was gay, prompting hate‑crime charges.

On This Gay Day | Drag drama at theatre bar

In 1988 there was an incident at Arpi's Theatre Bar.
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