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Nick Afoa and Richard Short in Mysterious Ways (Supplied)

Unveiling Love and Faith: ‘Mysterious Ways’ Shines Bright

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For a film that is centred inside a church, surrounding a church community and with the lead character a vicar, Mysterious Ways does its...
“Rainbow”, acrylic on canvas. Artists : C Davies

Has Your Favourite Artist Impacted Your Wellbeing?

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World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our...
Priscilla bus found

Priscilla: Beloved Aussie Bus Found and Set for Restoration

Gender affirming law in Germany

Germany Celebrates Self-Determination in Landmark Gender Identity Law

Gay AFL Homophobic incident

Beyond Penalties: AFL’s Silence Deafens Calls for Action After Latest Homophobic...

Intersex Flag

UN Human Rights Council Passes Resolution to Protect Intersex Rights

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Nick Afoa and Richard Short in Mysterious Ways (Supplied)

Unveiling Love and Faith: ‘Mysterious Ways’ Shines Bright

Tony Richens -
For a film that is centred inside a church, surrounding a church community and with the lead character a vicar, Mysterious Ways does its...
Grain Bar bartenders (l-r) Sanjeev Sharma, Hai Ha Nguyen, Sarath Nair and Marco Rosati with the signature cocktails. (Supplied)

Grain Bar Reimagined: Sydney’s Theatrical Cocktail Playground

Tony Richens -
Sydney's iconic Grain Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel has undergone a dazzling metamorphosis. Gone are the days of simply sophisticated; Grain Bar is...
The Boy, the Queen, and Everything In Between (Facebook)

“The Boy, the Queen, and Everything In Between,” the Kiwi Series...

Tom Conroy and Danny Ball from Holding the Man. (Supplied)

Immersive Love Story: Holding the Man Transcends Theatre

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda in the new feature film Wicked. (Universal Pictures)

Wicked Takes Flight on the Silver Screen

Wundes from Unplugged (Supplied)

Unplug Your Identity: Wundes Rocks the Adelaide Fringe with “Unplugged”

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LGBTQIA+ locals in the new season Bonds Pride range in Northern Territory. (Bonds)

Buckle Up for Pride: Bonds and the Northern Territory Take You...

Tony Richens -
Dust off your maps, pack your brightest threads, and crank up the music because Bonds and the Northern Territory are inviting you on the...
Prada Fall/Winter 2024 (Prada)

Prada Fall/Winter 2024: Reconnecting to Nature Under Glass and Neon

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Forget fluorescent-lit offices and endless Zoom calls. The Prada Fall/Winter 2024 menswear collection, unveiled during Milan Fashion Week, asks us to step away from...
Troye Sivan GQ Australia Man of the Year (GQ Australia)

Troye Sivan: GQ’s Aussie Man of the Year

The Fossil "Wonka" Collection (Supplied)

Fossil Unveils a Willy Wonka Collection That’s as Sweet as Sweet...

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Menstrual Inclusion For All Bodies and All Genders Provided By Modibodi

Troye Sivan featuring in Calvin Klein Feel Pride campaign. (Supplied)

Calvin Klein Celebrates Pride in Australia with Vibrant ‘This Is Love’...

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“Rainbow”, acrylic on canvas. Artists : C Davies

Has Your Favourite Artist Impacted Your Wellbeing?

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World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our...
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Priscilla: Beloved Aussie Bus Found and Set for Restoration

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Get ready to dust off your platforms and dig out your feather boas, because Priscilla, Queen of the Desert's iconic bus, is finally coming...
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How to Incorporate the Arts for Better Wellbeing

RuPaul's Down Under new host Michelle Visage (Supplied-Stan)

Michelle Visage Takes Over Drag Race Down Under

Nanna Bingo (Supplied)

Nanna Bingo Shakes Up Fringe Festival

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda in the new feature film Wicked. (Universal Pictures)

Wicked Takes Flight on the Silver Screen

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Nick Afoa and Richard Short in Mysterious Ways (Supplied)

Unveiling Love and Faith: ‘Mysterious Ways’ Shines Bright

Tony Richens -
For a film that is centred inside a church, surrounding a church community and with the lead character a vicar, Mysterious Ways does its...
“Rainbow”, acrylic on canvas. Artists : C Davies

Has Your Favourite Artist Impacted Your Wellbeing?

Joshua Haines (He/Him) -
World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our...
Priscilla bus found

Priscilla: Beloved Aussie Bus Found and Set for Restoration

Grain Bar bartenders (l-r) Sanjeev Sharma, Hai Ha Nguyen, Sarath Nair and Marco Rosati with the signature cocktails. (Supplied)

Grain Bar Reimagined: Sydney’s Theatrical Cocktail Playground

The Boy, the Queen, and Everything In Between (Facebook)

“The Boy, the Queen, and Everything In Between,” the Kiwi Series...

Arts

How to Incorporate the Arts for Better Wellbeing

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“Rainbow”, acrylic on canvas. Artists : C Davies

Has Your Favourite Artist Impacted Your Wellbeing?

Joshua Haines (He/Him) -
World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our...
Priscilla bus found

Priscilla: Beloved Aussie Bus Found and Set for Restoration

Tony Richens -
Get ready to dust off your platforms and dig out your feather boas, because Priscilla, Queen of the Desert's iconic bus, is finally coming...
Gender affirming law in Germany

Germany Celebrates Self-Determination in Landmark Gender Identity Law

Gay AFL Homophobic incident

Beyond Penalties: AFL’s Silence Deafens Calls for Action After Latest Homophobic...

Intersex Flag

UN Human Rights Council Passes Resolution to Protect Intersex Rights

Grain Bar bartenders (l-r) Sanjeev Sharma, Hai Ha Nguyen, Sarath Nair and Marco Rosati with the signature cocktails. (Supplied)

Grain Bar Reimagined: Sydney’s Theatrical Cocktail Playground

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Blood donations

Blood Donation Rules Set For Change Following New Evidence

Gay Nation Team -
Evidence that supports allowing more gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to donate blood has been released by a University...
Harry Bain homophobic festival slur rhythm and vines

Festivalgoer Faces Homophobic Slurs at Rhythm & Vines

Tony Richens -
Homophobic abuse has been exposed at one of New Zealand's biggest New Year's Eve Festivals as a gay patron was threatened and asked, "What...
Troye Sivan featuring in Calvin Klein Feel Pride campaign. (Supplied)

Calvin Klein Celebrates Pride in Australia with Vibrant ‘This Is Love’...

Anita Wigl'it at the Sydney Premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under (Stan)

RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Anita Wigl’it Survives Sexual Assault

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UK Comedian Claims Was Raped in Gay Sauna and ‘Thanked’ by...

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Human Rights Commission Take Control of Conversion Therapy Complaints Process

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“Rainbow”, acrylic on canvas. Artists : C Davies

Has Your Favourite Artist Impacted Your Wellbeing?

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World Art Day (15 April) is a global celebration that honours the contributions of artists and promotes the importance of the arts in our...
Priscilla bus found

Priscilla: Beloved Aussie Bus Found and Set for Restoration

Tony Richens -
Get ready to dust off your platforms and dig out your feather boas, because Priscilla, Queen of the Desert's iconic bus, is finally coming...
Gay AFL Homophobic incident

Beyond Penalties: AFL’s Silence Deafens Calls for Action After Latest Homophobic...

Grain Bar bartenders (l-r) Sanjeev Sharma, Hai Ha Nguyen, Sarath Nair and Marco Rosati with the signature cocktails. (Supplied)

Grain Bar Reimagined: Sydney’s Theatrical Cocktail Playground

Arts

How to Incorporate the Arts for Better Wellbeing

Berry prepared to welcome everyone. (Supplied)

Berry Unfurls “Welcome” Banner After Mardi Gras

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Gender affirming law in Germany

Germany Celebrates Self-Determination in Landmark Gender Identity Law

Gay Nation Team -
Germany's LGBTQ+ community is gearing up for a momentous occasion. This Friday marks the official adoption of a new gender identity law, a victory...
Intersex Flag

UN Human Rights Council Passes Resolution to Protect Intersex Rights

Dasha Koryagina -
In a victorious moment for human rights, on April 4th, the United Nations Human Rights Council voted to adopt a resolution designed to protect...
Russian Homophobic Election Campaign Video (YouTube)

Absurd Anti-LGBT+ Video Urges Russians to Vote in Upcoming Presidential Election

Greece makes same-sex marriage legal

Greece Makes History, Legalising Same-Sex Marriage Amidst Cheers and Opposition

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Unpacking Russia’s Bans of the “International LGBT+ Movement”

Couple to Throuple's Gay/Bi couple (l-r) Rehman Bhatti, Ashmal Ali -- (Photo by: Peacock)

Are You Up For A Throuple?

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Gender affirming law in Germany

Germany Celebrates Self-Determination in Landmark Gender Identity Law

Gay Nation Team -
Germany's LGBTQ+ community is gearing up for a momentous occasion. This Friday marks the official adoption of a new gender identity law, a victory...
Intersex Flag

UN Human Rights Council Passes Resolution to Protect Intersex Rights

Dasha Koryagina -
In a victorious moment for human rights, on April 4th, the United Nations Human Rights Council voted to adopt a resolution designed to protect...
AFL Homophobic Slur

Does The AFL Have a Gay Problem?

First Timers Jordan Kirkup, Shane Horewood, Cjay Hankinson, Priyanka Bromhead, Danny Saunders, Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Cheree Pertini, Jacinta Kretschmer and Phillip Nguyen on the Gold Carpet for the Mardi Gras Debutante Ball by Johnnie Walker. (Supplied)

First Steps and Trailblazers: The Inaugural Mardi Gras Debutante Ball

Couple and Service NSW staff Ken and John - courtesy of DCS media

Service NSW Shines Bright at Mardi Gras, Marching for Inclusivity

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Police ‘Uninvited’ From Marching in Sydney Mardi Gras Parade

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Gender affirming law in Germany

Germany Celebrates Self-Determination in Landmark Gender Identity Law

Gay Nation Team -
Germany's LGBTQ+ community is gearing up for a momentous occasion. This Friday marks the official adoption of a new gender identity law, a victory...
Intersex Flag

UN Human Rights Council Passes Resolution to Protect Intersex Rights

Dasha Koryagina -
In a victorious moment for human rights, on April 4th, the United Nations Human Rights Council voted to adopt a resolution designed to protect...
AFL Homophobic Slur

Does The AFL Have a Gay Problem?

First Timers Jordan Kirkup, Shane Horewood, Cjay Hankinson, Priyanka Bromhead, Danny Saunders, Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Cheree Pertini, Jacinta Kretschmer and Phillip Nguyen on the Gold Carpet for the Mardi Gras Debutante Ball by Johnnie Walker. (Supplied)

First Steps and Trailblazers: The Inaugural Mardi Gras Debutante Ball

Couple and Service NSW staff Ken and John - courtesy of DCS media

Service NSW Shines Bright at Mardi Gras, Marching for Inclusivity

Police Uninvited

Police ‘Uninvited’ From Marching in Sydney Mardi Gras Parade

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Blood donations

Blood Donation Rules Set For Change Following New Evidence

Gay Nation Team -
Evidence that supports allowing more gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to donate blood has been released by a University...
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Bisexual Genes Linked to Risk, More Kids? Study Sparks Debate

Gay Nation Team -
A new genetic study has suggested bisexual men tend to be more open to risk-taking behaviour in life and also father more children than...

Hey Fella: Your Online Ally for Health and Wellbeing

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WORLD AIDS DAY: HIV Taskforce charts path to ending HIV transmission...

How the Arts Can Improve Your Mental Health

How the Arts Can Improve Your Mental Health

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New Study: Australian LGBTQI+ Parents Facing Additional Challenges

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Pope Francis and same-sex unions

A Crack of Light: Pope Francis Opens Door to Blessings of...

Tony Richens -
In a landmark move, Pope Francis has approved the blessing of same-sex couples, albeit with certain stipulations. This decision, while falling short of full...
LGBTI Youth

Australian Church Seeks to Restrict LGBTQ+ Students from Leadership Roles in...

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The Presbyterian Church of Australia has submitted a paper to the Australian Law Reform Commission requesting the right to prevent students in same-sex relationships...
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“The Time Has Come” Bishop Urges Church Of England To Embrace...

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Gay Man Executed by Taliban, Video Sent to His Mother

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Vietnam Ends Conversion Therapy – Declares LGBTQ+ is ‘not an illness’

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Human Rights Commission Take Control of Conversion Therapy Complaints Process

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Gay AFL Homophobic incident

Beyond Penalties: AFL’s Silence Deafens Calls for Action After Latest Homophobic...

Tony Richens -
Just another day, just another punishment for an Australian Football League (AFL) representative using homophobic language on the football ground after Port Adelaide ruckman...
AFL Homophobic Slur

Does The AFL Have a Gay Problem?

Tony Richens -
The Australian Football League (AFL) boasts a passionate fanbase and legendary athletes. Yet, its Men's competition remains a glaring anomaly – one of the...
Berry prepared to welcome everyone. (Supplied)

Berry Unfurls “Welcome” Banner After Mardi Gras

Sam Leicht from Pridefit (Supplied)

Getting Fit with Pridefit Founder Sam Leicht

Champion Pride basketball sign

Champion and the NBL Dunk for Inclusivity in Thriving Pride Round...

Dirty Code

Unveiling Dirty Code: A Bold Approach to Dating Preferences

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Sam Leicht from Pridefit (Supplied)

Getting Fit with Pridefit Founder Sam Leicht

Tony Richens -
Sam Leicht didn’t always know he was going to find a career in fitness,  the Wisconsin native attended school in Cleveland for music theatre...
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Concerning Figures Releases on LGBTQ+ Adverse Mental Health Outcomes

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The adverse mental health of the LGBTQ+ community has been exposed economically in a report released. The report, written created by Deloitte, on the eve...
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Distinguished Gentlemen and Women Ride For Men’s Health

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Male Bisexuality is Real – Study Confirms

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British Olympian James Ellington Under Fire For Transphobic Comments

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Gold Medal Olympian Kerron Clement Comes Out As Gay

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Gay AFL Homophobic incident

Beyond Penalties: AFL’s Silence Deafens Calls for Action After Latest Homophobic...

Tony Richens -
Just another day, just another punishment for an Australian Football League (AFL) representative using homophobic language on the football ground after Port Adelaide ruckman...
AFL Homophobic Slur

Does The AFL Have a Gay Problem?

Tony Richens -
The Australian Football League (AFL) boasts a passionate fanbase and legendary athletes. Yet, its Men's competition remains a glaring anomaly – one of the...
Champion Pride basketball sign

Champion and the NBL Dunk for Inclusivity in Thriving Pride Round...

Joshua Cavallo (Instagram)

Standing Strong: Adelaide United’s Josh Cavallo Confronts Hate Head-On

Jake Daniels (YouTube)

Openly Gay Footballer Jake Daniels Speaks Out on Footballer’s Move to...

Four founders of SF Pride Golf Tournament. Left to right Greg Fitzgerald, Nguyen Pham, Suzanne Ford and Tom Smith.

World Class Golf Course To Host First Officially Endorsed LGBTQ+ Golf...

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Dirty Code

Unveiling Dirty Code: A Bold Approach to Dating Preferences

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**Rude Warning** In the diverse world of online dating, where preferences vary widely, a unique platform has emerged to cater to a specific aspect that...
Richard Branson wears rainbow flag pin into space (Youtube)

Branson Brandishes Rainbow Flag in Space in Memory of Pulse Nightclub...

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British billionaire Richard Branson has successfully reached the edge of space aboard his VSS Unity spacecraft and took with him a photo of his...
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Chinese LGBT University Students Targeted By WeChat Account Cull

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Father Jailed After Whipping 15-year-old Son for Being on Grindr

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Russian BMW CEO Hits Back Over Criticism of Support for Pride

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OnlyFans Reports 42% Rise In Accounts Due To COVID-19 Lockdown In...

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Berry prepared to welcome everyone. (Supplied)

Berry Unfurls “Welcome” Banner After Mardi Gras

Gay Nation Team -
Sydney's Mardi Gras may have just concluded, but the NSW country town of Berry, the enchanting town on the NSW South Coast, is determined...
Virgin Pilots Geoff Foster and Daniel Kiamtia (Virgin Australia)

Soaring High with Pride: Virgin Australia’s Pride Flights Return

Gay Nation Team -
In the vibrant realm of LGBTQIA+ travel, Virgin Australia's Pride Flight stands as a beacon of inclusivity and celebration. This remarkable initiative, now in...
Virgin Atlantic's 787 Dreamliner - Similar to the one flown from London to New York or 100% Fully Sustainable Fuel (Virgin Group)

Virgin Atlantic’s Flight100 Marks Milestone in Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Progress Pride Flag To Light Up Sydney Opera House Celebrating The...

Maxi Shield & Casey Donovan in Mini's Big Love Story (Supplied)

Australian Icons Share WorldPride Stage With Mini’s ‘Big Love Story’

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