Sep 4, 2023
Victoria
Victorian police allegedly pretending to be non-binary
An investigation has been initiated into allegations that male police officers in Victoria have pretended to be non-binary to receive additional pay through a clothing allowance program. Victoria Police confirmed that their professional standards command detectives are actively looking into the fraudulent claims related to civilian clothing allowances. This investigation included the execution of a search warrant at a Southern Region Police Station and interviews with 17 police officers.
Sep 1, 2023
Victoria
Yarra Trams invites Victorians to vote on Pride Tram
Design submissions for the pride tram in Victoria have been accepted, with a panel of ten judges determining the final five finalists. The five final designs are now up for a public vote to decide the winner, with voting open until 29 September 2023.
Aug 30, 2023
Uganda
Uganda gay man faces death Penalty
In a deeply concerning development, a 20-year-old gay man in Uganda has become the first person to be charged under the country's newly enacted law that criminalises "aggravated homosexuality." This legislation, which was signed into law by President Yoweri Museveni in May, has sparked international outrage due to its draconian provisions, including the possibility of imposing the death penalty for certain same-sex sexual acts.
Aug 30, 2023
Canberra
Australians to vote 14 October 2023 on The Voice
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the long-anticipated date to an enthusiastic audience of about 400 in the Adelaide suburb of Elizabeth. He was accompanied by Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney and Indigenous leaders of the “yes” campaign, including Megan Davis and Dean Parkin.
Aug 29, 2023
Canberra
Cadets claimed they where forced to 'Wear it Purple'
Some students at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) have raised concerns about being pressured participate in the annual LGBTIQ+ event, Wear It Purple Day (WIPD). The Defense Department, however, emphasises that WIPD activities are intended to be voluntary for all personnel.
Aug 27, 2023
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Aug 24, 2023
Health, Sex & Wellbeing
Revitalise your love life for better wellbeing
So you stuck in a rut, is your sex life boring and predictable? Well the this is the article for you. It's time to revitalise your gay sex life.
Hello, as a qualified sex therapist, I have a few ideas that might help spice things up for those people who do want to enjoy sex more but have found themselves to be in a bit of a rut. Being in lockdown gives couples the perfect opportunity to work on their connection, relationship and sex life. Sometimes, even if we know all this stuff, we can get lazy and forget for a while.
Aug 23, 2023
HEALTH
Charlie has an eating disorder, its common than you might think
Season two of the series Heartstopper on Netflix brings out an issue that is often hidden – male eating disorders. Centred on two teenage boys in love, the show helps bust the common perception that eating disorders are only seen in girls and women.
Aug 22, 2023
Tasmania
Tasmania adopts new and inclusive references to intersex people
Intersex Peer Support Australia Tasmanian representative, Simone-lisa Anderson, said definitions relating to intersex people have been outdated and narrow.