Australia will get its first official overview of the LGBTQIA+ community when new sexual orientation and gender identity data from the 2026 Census is released in June 2027.
Australia is set to introduce a progressive labour law known as the “Right to Disconnect”, enabling employees to disengage from work-related communications beyond their designated work hours.
In 2018 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (SGLMG) and the NSW Police signed an Accord that allows police to conduct public decency inspections of all participants prior to the start of the annual pride parade.
Australia’s peak LGBTQ+ tourism organisation, GALTA, has unveiled a new brand that embraces the progressive pride colours and an inclusive representation of queer communities and travellers.
Australia: Early risers on Sunday will be treated to a rare planetary phenomenon – if the skies are clear.
In 1985, calls for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade to be cancelled in response to concerns about HIV/AIDS were successfully countered by the organisers.
While the nasty, spiky little protein continues to crash parties and ruin the vibe, it seems the safest place to be is outside. And hey, it’s summer in Sydney – why wouldn’t you be out in the fresh air and sunshine?
This Saturday, the members of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras will vote on a number of motions relating to the behaviour of activist group Pride In Protest.
A positive case of the Omicron COVID-19 strain has been detected in Melbourne. Patrons of popular gay venues in Melbourne have now been sent into lockdown again. A positive case has been confirmed after visiting both Sircuit Bar in Fitzroy and The Peel Hotel. It is believed over 700 people may have been exposed to the virus.
Boxing has long had the stereotype of being a rough, macho and abrasive sport. But for members of the LGBTIQ+ community such as Martin Stark, it’s something that has the potential to be for everyone, regardless of sexuality or gender identity.
