In this issue. Unstoppable Advocate who's Redefining Disability and Queer Identity. Kinky queer mum quietly ministering to the skin-hungry. Kickball, the game with big red balls! Finding Peace in Every Breath. Bringing Queer Stories to the table. Andrew Barr, The Big Ken Behren. Conversations of Change with Shane Rattenbury. DIY rainbow pride garden, plus all our regulars!

In the lead up to the ACT elections, FUSE Magazine chatted to ACT Greens MLA Shane Rattenbury about the need for change, progress and hope in Canberra and the world.

Theatre

The End Of The Wharf As We Know It!

After twenty-five year on stage the hilarious Wharf Revue crew have decided to call it a day announcing their last show ever!
POLITCS

Conversations of Change with Shane Rattenbury

In the lead up to the ACT elections, FUSE Magazine chatted to ACT Greens MLA Shane Rattenbury about the need for change, progress and hope in Canberra and the world.
POLITCS

Andrew Barr, The big Ken Behren

Andrew Barr (Chief Minister ACT Legislative Assembly) is a man with a love for good coffee, who is open-minded to pineapple on pizza and promises a bright future for Canberra, Australia’s most inclusive city. Nelida Contreras from FUSE had a chat with the big 'Ken Behren' about politics, pineapp...

FUSE NEWS & VIEWS

Canberra
In response to members of the community, the organisers of Canberra's SpringOUT Festival have decided not to include a plainclothes police stall at this year's Pride Fair Day. The committee issued a statement acknowledging the concerns and outlined plans for further consultation. It's been a difficult time for the committee as other community members strongly favour including the local police force, saying healing can't happen if we don't include everyone.
Wellbeing

How to creatively express ‘queer joy’ online

A creative life is an amplified life. Alice Elizabeth Wilson is part of a research group looking at queer joy and the ways it is expressed online.
NATIONAL NEWS

Prime Minister Reconsiders LGBT Inclusion in 2026 Census

After facing significant pressure from the LGBTIQ+ community, Labor MPs and local government, including Andrew Barr the ACT Chief Minister, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have reconsidered the decision to include questions about sexuality in the 2026 Census, saying that a single question about...
Canberra

Another alleged homophobic attack in Canberra

After another alleged homophobic attack happened in Canberra this week on a couple visiting from Melbourne, the ACT Government has made the following statement in their latest newsletter.
CBR

Count our LGBTIQA+ community for equality and wellbeing

"I am disappointed in the Commonwealth Government decision not to add new questions to the 2026 Census on gender identity, variations in sex characteristics and sexual orientation." Andrew Barr ACT Chief Minister

Rearrange the deck chairs – ‘Titanique’ is here!

Theatre Review
"For those seeking an unforgettable evening of irreverent comedy and expertly performed musical theatre, be sure to book a berth on this ship. ‘Titanique’ is must-see." — David Blanco @ FUSE Magazine
Theatre

The End Of The Wharf As We Know It!

After twenty-five year on stage the hilarious Wharf Revue crew have decided to call it a day announcing their last show ever!
FILM

Our Top 4 Movies to watch this Spring 2024

Hot men in leather skirts and bare thighs! The weird and very bizarre. A classic return to drag in the desert and Belfast lads in a delightful skin-filled homage to an unlikely revolutionary.
QUEER READS

The Powerful Portrayal of Queer Identity in 'Lover Birds'

With an irresistible enemies-to-lovers romance, and perfect for fans of Alice Oseman and Becky Albertalli, Lover Birds is a beautifully-written, inclusive and heart-pounding romance.

LASTEST ISSUE : FUSE68

Change is never silent. Love is never wrong.

Unstoppable Advocate who's Redefining Disability and Queer Identity. Kinky queer mum quietly ministering to the skin-hungry. Kickball, the game with big red balls! Finding Peace in Every Breath. Bringing Queer Stories to the table. Andrew Barr, The Big Ken Behren. Conversations of Change with Shane Rattenbury. DIY rainbow pride garden, plus all our regulars!

NEXT ISSUE NOVEMBER 2024


Sydney
The ultimae list! Heading to Syndey and not sure where to hang? Sydney is pretty fabulous by all accounts. You’ll spot rainbow flags and encounter queer couples wherever you go in this vibrant city, but for a concentrated dose of the city’s rainbow culture, a few neighbourhoods and popular LGBTIQ...

Advice

Beware of the latest scams targeting travellers

Experts are urging travellers to stay vigilant against three specific types of scams that are costing Australians millions of dollars and causing them a great deal of heartache.
GALTA

Visit Gay Australia

If you’re looking for LGBTQIA+ travel information or accommodation in Australia then the GALTA website should be your first port of call.

HIV/AIDS

National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

September 27 is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NGMHAAD), a day to recognize the disproportionate impact of HIV among gay men, bisexual men, and other men who have sex with men (MSM), and to raise awareness about the importance of expanding access to HIV testing, prevention, screening, and care services.
Fitness

A easy guide to working out at home

Working out at home has its benefits: It’s convenient, it’s time-efficient (compared with traveling to a gym or fitness studio), and it’s cost-effective.

OP.ED

Are you gay enough for Britain’s LGBTIQ nightlife scene?

Beneath the rainbow-fronted glow of inclusion and acceptance lies gatekeeping, policing and exclusion from these seemingly welcoming spaces. Harassment and exclusion are not only prolific in the general night time economy in the UK, but also on the gay scene.
OP.ED

LGBTIQ+ Australians are tired of being ignored.

The 2026 Census presented a crucial opportunity to count the LGBTIQ+ population in Australia for the first time. Here’s why counting us in the next census is so important.
OP.ED

Face Value: The Unattainable Beauty Standards of Gay Culture

Unattainable beauty standards are nothing strange in the western world, but they are uniquely heightened within gay culture. Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier speaks with two young queer men for their perspectives.
OP.ED

Problems with dating apps and can they be fixed?

Hundreds of millions of people worldwide use dating apps, but only half of users say that they have had positive experiences. Incredibly, many users also received threats of harm.

HIGHTLIGHT

Conversations of Change with Shane Rattenbury

In the lead up to the ACT elections, FUSE Magazine chatted to ACT Greens MLA Shane Rattenbury about the need for change, progress and hope in Canberra and the world.

FOR SALE

Impressive Tweed River Entertainer

This property boasts an impressive frontage in a picturesque setting that provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle.
TRAINING

She Leads Diploma of Leadership and Management

Gain a nationally-recognised qualification while completing a transformational leadership development program.

FOR SALE

Unique European Style Beach Home in Sandringham

This luxury ground floor apartment feels like a house with a huge 176sqm area of living. Live your European dream in style. Just a short stroll to the beach and the Sandringham Yacht Club, this property is perfect for those who want a home or investment that's truly distinctive. This impressive p...
HEALTH

Where to get PEP in an HIV emergency!

It's vital that PEP is started as soon as possible after any possible exposure to HIV — preferably within a few hours. Find out where to get it Australia wide!

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