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Moira Deeming secures top spot on Liberal ticket for Victorian election

Less than a week after party members voted to dump the first term MP she's made a comeback.

Australians for Mental Health welcomes new free mental health therapy for Aussies

The new initiative makes mental health support available to more Australians.

Pride WA announce 2026 Fairday and Pride Parade dates

Get your diaries out and mark them down.

Prosecutors could calls hundreds of witness in Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial

The trial is scheduled to begin in September and hundreds will be on the witness list.

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Moira Deeming secures top spot on Liberal ticket for Victorian election

Less than a week after party members voted to dump the first term MP she's made a comeback.

Prosecutors could calls hundreds of witness in Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial

The trial is scheduled to begin in September and hundreds will be on the witness list.

Glenorchy City Council in Hobart announces first ever LGBTIQA+ Action Plan

The Council unanimously endorsed the five-year Plan and Commitment.

New report finds discrimination against trans and gender diverse Australians is widespread

Released on the International Trans Day of Visibility, Equal Identities examines the barriers trans and gender‑diverse people in Australia face in having their right to equality, dignity and respect upheld.

Caster Semenya speaks out against new gender rules at the Olympics

The South African athlete said it was disappointing that IOC President Kristy Coventry had taken the pathway to blocking participation.

Liberal candidate who was set to replace Moira Deeming withdraws

Dinesh Gourisetty pulls out after it was revealed he wrote a character reference for a now convicted pedophile.

Brent Corrigan raises awareness about traumatic brain injuries

Online trolls criticised the former adult film actor's appearance, but he turned into a chance to learn about traumatic brain injuries.

How media and MPs twist the news to attack transgender people

Everyone deserves health care free of the culture wars.

Victorian Liberal Moira Deeming loses spot on ballot after party vote

Liberal members have opted to have someone else as their candidate at the November election.

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Pride WA announce 2026 Fairday and Pride Parade dates

Get your diaries out and mark them down.

Pride WA says recent SGM was a productive discussion with members

Pride WA have provided an update on key issues of concern to members and the community.

Fremantle restaurant Young George will permanently close this week

Owners Melissa Palinkas and Susan Whelan said the rising cost of living and closure of the Fremantle Traffic Bridge had been factors.

FRONT: Creative youth hub to launch in Perth this holiday season

Every day throughout the program will bring a new adventure, offering a different lineup of activities.

Culture

Urzila Carlson brings new sketch comedy to the ABC

One of Australia's favourite comedy imports, Urzila Carlson, is launching a chaotic new sketch comedy show on the ABC. Urzila promises to mash together moments...

Fresh Tracks | The latest tunes worth checking out

New tracks from Tkay Maidza, Izak Danielson, Snail Mail, Rogue Traders, Lizzo and Conan Gray.

Melissa Etheridge goes a little bit country on new album ‘Rise’

New single 'The Other Side of Blue' is a duet with Chris Stapleton.

History

On This Gay Day | Blues singer Lucille Bogan was born in 1897

Lucile Bogan's songs were filled with suggestive lyrics.

On This Gay Day | Gilbert Baker, designer of the Pride flag, died

The flag he designed in 1976 has become an international symbol for LGBTIOQA+ communities.

On This Gay Day | Poet Paul Verlaine was born in 1844

Verlaine had a passionate relationship with younger poet Arthur Rimbaud.

Lifestyle

Australians for Mental Health welcomes new free mental health therapy for Aussies

The new initiative makes mental health support available to more Australians.

The Last Mile: How do we get more women to get tested?

One of the groups of people who remain at higher risk of being late diagnosed with HIV is women.

Fremantle restaurant Young George will permanently close this week

Owners Melissa Palinkas and Susan Whelan said the rising cost of living and closure of the Fremantle Traffic Bridge had been factors.

100,000 Australians cured of hepatitis C

Hepatitis Australia is launching a new national telehealth service for people at risk of hepatitis C.

Community

Pride WA says recent SGM was a productive discussion with members

Pride WA have provided an update on key issues of concern to members and the community.

Rainbow Futures WA has a new home and need help to furnish the space

The organisation has taken over the space formerly home to Rainbow Community House.

WA government launches new podcast series to help LGBTIQA+ people know their rights

'Know your rights. Claim your pride. Conversations about LGBTIQA+SB rights, laws and supports' explores the legal rights of people in the LGBTIQA+SB community.

Hear stories from Perth’s gay rights pioneers

As [art of the Boorloo Heritage Festival four people will share their experiences of Perth's LGBTIQA+ world of the past.

Queer Book Club’s April title is ‘Boulder’ by Eva Baltasar

Published in 2020, it's the second novel by the Catalan poet and writer.

Pride WA announce 2026 Fairday and Pride Parade dates

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Moira Deeming secures top spot on Liberal ticket for Victorian election

Less than a week after party members voted to dump the first term MP she's made a comeback.

Australians for Mental Health welcomes new free mental health therapy for Aussies

The new initiative makes mental health support available to more Australians.

Pride WA announce 2026 Fairday and Pride Parade dates

Get your diaries out and mark them down.

Prosecutors could calls hundreds of witness in Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial

The trial is scheduled to begin in September and hundreds will be on the witness list.

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