Initiated by former mayor and current councillor Steve Christou, the policy was adopted following a council vote that split narrowly in favor, with six councillors supporting the ban and five opposing it, while four were absent.
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From pride to polling booths, how will the Indian LGBTQI+ community vote?
India’s LGBTQI community has long been considered a powerful voting bloc during general elections. While much has changed to end discrimination, this community says it feels let down by the BJP Government’s refusal to legislate same-sex marriage.
NDIA VOTES 2024, presented by the ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) is a six-episode series that takes you on an insightful journey through the heart of Indian democracy.
While the Indian Prime Minister #NarendraModi is seeking a third term, a brand ne…
In recent years, churches in many Christian denominations have split over LGBTQ+ issues. In the past six months, hundreds of congregations voted to leave the United Methodist Church over same-sex marriage and whether LGBTQ+ people should be clergy.
This article was supplied by Visit Gay Australia. ACT local, Luka Musicki takes you through some of his favourite and fabulous queer points of interest in his home city Canberra.
Love is in the air in Athens one midsummer night. A royal wedding is just days away, and there is a mischievous sprite called Puck who loves to cause mishaps and mayhem!
Ella Prince (they/them) chatted with FUSE about their character Puck in Bell Shakepears's latest play to hit the stage. But first a bit about Puck.
Puck, or Robin Goodfellow, is a magical, mischievous sprite and Oberon's attendant. Puck is often considered to be the most important character in the play. They serve Oberonand, in many ways, plays his 'fool' or jester.
Pucks cheeky nature and quick wit permeate their speech…
Dating sites and apps have made it easier to find sexual and romantic partners, expanding the pool of potential mates to include the entire internet. About 24% of LGBTIQ people and 10% of heterosexual people have met their long-term partner online.
As the Circa prepares for their next show Humans 2.0, David Blanco from FUSE chatted with Canberran troupe member Chelsea Hall about Australian contemporary circus, her exciting artistic journey/
has shaped her into the highly skilled performer she is today. Humans 2.0 is bound to engage and inspire local audiences, leaving them captivated at the wonder of the human form in motion.
David Blanco (FUSE): What can Canberra audiences expect when they come to Humans 2.0 , and how do think the show will resonate with them?
Chelsea Hall: Firstly, they can expect an exciting, world class acrobati…
Can Rock is a social indoor rock climbing group for women in the LGBTQI Canberra community and their friends. The group is open to experienced and first-time climbers keen to give the sport a punt!
Do you need legal services? Meridian, in conjunction with Legal Aid ACT, provides a free and safe space for all LGBTIQ+ communities to access free legal advice.
The drop-in service runs on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Meridian's Pride Hub.
For more information, contact Marcus at 02 6257 2855.
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