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Brisbane Pride Announces The Return Of The Carswell Forum

Brisbane Pride and the Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance have announced the return of the Carswell Forum on October 30

Teen Boxer Sentenced Over Grindr ‘honeytrap’ Attack On Gay Man In Brisbane

A young Brisbane boxer has received a two-year prison sentence after helping lure, assault and rob a 70-year-old gay man using Grindr

South Australia Rejects One Nation Bill Criminalising Gender-Affirming Care For Trans Youth

South Australia's Parliament has decisively rejected a One Nation bill seeking to criminalise gender-affirming healthcare for minors.

Queensland Education Department To Leave Pride In Diversity Program

Queensland’s Dept of Education is ending its membership of Pride in Diversity after a petition opposing the program attracted 914 signatures.

Ex-Gay Commentaor Milo Yiannopoulos Arrested By ICE Over Alleged Visa Overstay

British far-right commentator and self-described “ex-gay” activist Milo Yiannopoulos has been arrested by US immigration authorities

Vale Yayoi Kusama: The Asexual Icon Who Cast Her Dreams & Fears In Steel

Japanese Artist Yayoi Kusama — famous for her infinity rooms, eclectic pumpkin sculptures, and her love of polka dots — has died at the age of 9…

Got Your Number: Why Are Aussies Suddenly Searching Online For Polari, The Secret Gay Language?

There's been a surprising rise in online searches for Polari, the secret gay language of previous LGBTQIA+ generations – why?

Extra Dirty, Sydney’s Sexiest (& Kinkiest) Queer Dance Party, Is Turning 18

On Sunday 4 October, Extra Dirty is celebrating its 18th birthday, not to mention himbos, harnesses, and the harder styles in electronic music.

Alan Jones Trial: Former 2GB Host Denies ‘Tailoring’ Evidence To Support Jones In New Testimony

Jason Morrison, a former 2GB host, has denied tailoring evidence to assist Alan Jones in a criminal trial alleging indecent assault of six young…

Brisbane Leather Week Is Back & Kinkier Than Ever This September

Brisbane Leather Week 2026 (5-13 September) has announced 11 fun, sexy, and sweaty events celebrating Brisbane's diverse kink and fetish communi…

Wear It Purple Day (August 28) Inspires Fun & Free LGBTQ+ Events Across Sydney

Wear It Purple Day is this Friday 28 August, with free events commemorating the courage of LGBTQIA+ youth happening across Sydney’s Inner West.

NSW Govt Rejects Sackar's Key Recommendation on Hate Laws – Why Are Only Some Worthy of Protections?

The NSW Govt rejected the key recommendation of the Sackar review of hate laws. Alastair Lawrie asks, why are only some worthy of protection?

Tobias Madden Delivers A Delightful Love Letter To Friendship With New Novel 'Quite The Pair'

Gay Australian author Tobias Madden has delivered his latest novel, Quite The Pair, offering a refreshing and charming new story.

Invisible Boys Headed For USA Debut In New Hulu Deal

The hit Gay Aussie drama Invisible Boys is officially going international with the announcement of its US release this week.

Politician Scolds Catholic-Inspired LGBTQ+ Party: France’s “Divine Playhouse”

A Marseille LGBTQ+ "phallus” party has transformed into France's own "Divine Playhouse" controversy for appropriating a Catholic holiday.

Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Drop Theme For 2027 Festival

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras have officially announced their theme for the 2027 festival: “HYPERBLOOM”.

Tom Ballard To Host Bobby Goldsmith Foundation’s “HalloQueen” Trivia Night

Legendary Australian comedian Tom Ballard will host “HalloQueen Trivia”, a night of laughs to support Australia’s longest-running HIV charity.

Tasmanian Inquiry Into Bullying Finds Catholic Schools Are Mistreating LGBTQ+ Students

A Tasmanian Government Inquiry has found LGBTQ+ students are being bullied without support, particularly in the state’s Catholic schools.