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Jul 24, 2023
Coming Out
Dear Kim, Given your current situation, it does sound challenging to know what you should do. There is probably no wrong or right answer here. On the one hand, you are in a successful partnership with children, which comes with certain responsibilities. On the other hand, having a relationship with a woman is clearly something that has been on your mind for a while. With the stakes high, I would be inclined to be cautious, and I would recommend you take the time to unpack how you feel with a counsellor; this will give you the tools to understand what’s really going on and how you want to pr…

Jul 6, 2023
Sydney
Right-wing Australian Christan politician and lobbyist Lyle Shelton from the 'Family First Party' said he believes that the gay penguin couple at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium are not only "fake" but are also being used to indoctrinate young children.

Jul 3, 2023
Relationships Question
Dear Joey, Often country and city folk hold very different views on things. If you are worried that your family may act insensitively, I suggest you talk to them first — this will give you a good indication of how they may behave when you bring your BF home to meet them. Hopefully, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Also, give your man the heads up so he knows what lies ahead. I think it’s also important to note that it’s OK if your partner does not want to proceed if he feels things may not go well. Good Luck and practice self-care. Love Rose. WOULD YOU LIKE TO ASK SOMETHING? This email add…

Jul 1, 2023
SEXUALITY
Masturbation was historically considered to be an ancient symbol of abundance. The wowser however came along quickly. Anonymous author of the pamphlet Onania (1716) was very worried about masturbation. The ‘shameful vice’, the ‘solitary act of pleasure’, was something too terrible to even be described. The writer agreed with those ‘who are of the opinion, that… it never ought to be spoken of, or hinted at because the bare mentioning of it...

Jul 1, 2023
StarGazer
Stargazer Queer Horoscopes September 2023 Here is what the stars have instal for you. Over the next few months, we will feel stronger connections to family and community as the universe encourages us to focus more on our relationships. It’s a good time to enrich our personal connections with loved ones and also to heal old wounds. Spending more time on personal growth and with close friends will bring positive outcomes. Aquarius January 21 – February 18 The next couple of months will bring a burst of new energy and fantastic adventures for you. This month yo…

Jun 30, 2023
Canberra
The ACT Assembly has passed legislation introduced by Andrew Barr, Chief Minister of the Australian Capital Territory, to protect the human rights of people with innate variations of sex characteristics in medical settings. The Variation in Sex Characteristics (Restricted Medical Treatment) Bill 2023 will implement mechanisms to regulate non-urgent medical care to encourage child participation in medical decisions, establish groundbreaking oversight mechanisms and provide transparency on medical practices and decision-making. “There’s a lot to celebrate. There will never be another time w…

Jun 26, 2023
Canberra
LGBTIQ+ Canberrans and allies gathered at Federation Mall in front of Parliament House in Canberra for a rainbow-inspired photoshoot. Capturing a sea of rainbows and glitter, photographer Nathan J Lester encouraged everyone to come out on chilly Canberra day to show their true colours, creating a human Pride flag.

Jun 26, 2023
AT THE MOVIES
Our essential movie list to watch this Winter! A comedy for grown-ups, 'You Hurt My Feelings', a bit of fun, if not crude ’80s shenanigans, 'No Hard Feelings', Insane stunts and lots of awesome explodey things, 'Mission Impossible' and of course, 'I’ll beach both of you off!' Barbie!

Jun 16, 2023
Australia
In recent months in Australia, we have seen vigilante racism in Rockhampton, booing, abuse and vitriol directed at First Nations footy players, and the appalling treatment of First Nations children jailed in adult prisons. Racism is a major issue in the debate over the proposed First Nations Voice to Parliament – and it will likely only continue to get worse.