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On This Gay Day | Remembering Ricky Wilson from the B-52's

The drummer from the popular band was born on this day in 1953. He died in 1985.

The brilliant Heather Mitchell returns for an encore season of ‘RBG: Of Many, One’

" It’s one of the best theatrical performances in a decade."

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Facebook flooded with fake stories of celebrities being opposed to LGBTIQA+ communities

No your favourite actors and singers are not taking a stance against the LGBTIQA+ communities.

Perth formally signs hosting agreement for Gay Games XIII 2030

The 2030 Gay Games are moving ahead with Perth signing the formal agreement to host the event.

NSW Government to strengthen laws to protect LGBTQIA+ community

The legislation will also create a new offence directed at offenders who lure victims on false pretenses only to offend against them, including via dating apps.

Lack of vilification laws leave victims of flyer hate campaign with no recourse

What happens when someone spreads flyers accusing you of criminal activity across the city? Not much under the current laws.

Just.Equal calls on government to fund regional organisations

The lobby group has written to Health Minister Mark Butler.

Alex Greenwich announced he’ll recontest his seat at the next NSW election

Greenwich says he's ready to "kick goals" and take on another term.

British man found guilty of sexual assaults that led to HIV transmissions

Adam Hall has been remanded in custody for sentencing.

Alex Greenwich says he’ll be making an announcement about his future on Monday

The independent MP has been in the New South Wales parliament since 2012.

Two women arrested and detained in Uganda for public kissing

Two women have been arrested and detained in Uganda after they were allegedly seen kissing. The pair have been accused of participating in a...

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Australian-first ‘Lighting the Sound’ illuminates Albany this March

A magical Australian-exclusive event is shining a light on the Great Southern region this month.

Christian Lobby warns of “unintended consequences” in conversion therapy ban

Brian Greig from Just.Equal on moves to water down conversion therapy bans.

Rainbow Families strengthen national voice and regional connection

Rainbow Families made it to Mardi Gras and Albany Pride.

RTRFM’s In The Pines is set for its 33rd outing

It's the best local music event of the year.

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Melanie C announces massive world tour including Perth date in November

The Australian leg of Melanie C's World Tour will start in Perth.

G Flip to headline AFC Women’s Asian Cup Closing Ceremony

G Flip is 'all fired up' for the final, but will Australia be playing?

Fresh Tracks |  The latest tunes worth checking out

New tracks from Kasey Musgraves, Salty, Bruce Springsteen, Robyn, Haute & Freddy, plus Natasha Hamilton and Paris Jackson.

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On This Gay Day | Remembering Ricky Wilson from the B-52's

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On This Gay Day | Remembering Merritt Butrick

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On This Gay Day | The film 'Victor / Victoria' premiered in 1982

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Human Rights Commission launches survey to gage young people’s understanding of consent

Young people are encouraged to undertake the survey.

Low dose scans a game changer in beating lung cancer

Lung cancer is Australia’s leading cause of cancer death and for many in the LGBTIQ+ community, it is a bigger risk than most people realise.

Walk to Work Day is supporting mental health and wellbeing

Friday 27 March is Walk to Work Day, encouraging people to focus on their mental health.

Geneva will be the host city for IAS 2027

IAS 2027, the 14th IAS Conference on HIV Science, will take place in Geneva, Switzerland.

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Rainbow Families strengthen national voice and regional connection

Rainbow Families made it to Mardi Gras and Albany Pride.

RTRFM’s In The Pines is set for its 33rd outing

It's the best local music event of the year.

LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy fails regional communities

Meeka Smith chair of Busselton Pride Alliance says Inclusion Strategy falls short.

Rainbow Refugees helped Julian find home and community in Perth

Grassroots support group Rainbow Refugees has been working to support LGBTIQA+ migrants and refugees to settle in Perth.

Queer Book Club pick ‘Little Rot’ as their book of the month for March

The 2024 novel by the Nigerian writer follows five friends who become ensnared in a mess of sex, lies, and corruption.

WAAC and HepatitisWA to merge from July 2026

WAAC and HepatitisWA will become a single entity from 1 July 2026.

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On This Gay Day | Remembering Ricky Wilson from the B-52's

The drummer from the popular band was born on this day in 1953. He died in 1985.

The brilliant Heather Mitchell returns for an encore season of ‘RBG: Of Many, One’

" It’s one of the best theatrical performances in a decade."

Human Rights Commission launches survey to gage young people’s understanding of consent

Young people are encouraged to undertake the survey.

Eurovision check-in |All the countries have announced their songs

There's 35 songs, which ones are your picks to impress judges and audiences?

Facebook flooded with fake stories of celebrities being opposed to LGBTIQA+ communities

No your favourite actors and singers are not taking a stance against the LGBTIQA+ communities.