Mental Health
New NSW law protect access to LGBTIQ+ books
New South Wales has introduced new laws preventing book bans across public libraries, marking a significant shift for access to diverse stories. For LGBTIQ+ communities, the change signals stronger protections for inclusive literature that has often been challenged or removed elsewhere.
U.S. Support for Same-Sex Marriage Drops
Support for same-sex marriage in the US has stopped rising after two decades.
Mardi Gras' Pride Month Line Up Just Dropped - Dress Accordingly!
Pride Month is turning up the heat in Sydney this June, with Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras unveiling a packed line-up of community celebrations, disco-fuelled dance floors and nostalgic queer chaos ahead of its milestone 50th anniversary.
Federal Court doubles down on Giggle for Girls
The Full Federal Court has upheld a landmark discrimination ruling in favour of trans woman Roxanne Tickle, finding Giggle for Girls directly discriminated against her and increasing her damages to $20,000.
Capital of Equality - Mardi Gras 2025 (Photos)
‘Capital of Equality’ from Canberra joined in with 200 other floats from around Australia at this years Mardi Gras 2025!
NSW passes LGBTQ+ hate crime laws in Legislative Assembly
NSW Legislative Assembly passes hate crime laws, boosting penalties for anti-LGBTIQ+ violence to 7 years. New offences target app luring and post-and-boast attacks.
EU Moves To Ban On Conversion Therapy
The European Parliament has voted to support a ban on conversion therapy, following a citizen-led campaign that gathered over 1.2 million signatures. The move adds pressure on the European Commission to introduce binding legislation as human rights experts call for stronger protections against a pr…
Mark Latham hit with $100K penalty
Mark Latham has been ordered to pay $100,000 to Alex Greenwich after a tribunal found he unlawfully vilified and sexually harassed him through explicit, homophobic comments. The ruling said the remarks incited hatred and caused harm. Latham will appeal, while Greenwich says it reinforces accountabi…
Photos: FUSE SpringOUT Big Gay Breakfast
The FUSE 'SpringOUT' Big Gay Winter Breakfast was held on a beautiful Canberra morning at Tilley's Devine Cafe.
Come To Daddy vows to come back “even gayer”
Vandalism has challenged a venue built on queer visibility. Yet Come To Daddy refuses to be intimidated. Like many LGBTQIA+ spaces before it, the venue stands its ground — defiant, resilient and determined to be even gayer than before.
Doxy-PEP: is it for you?
Doxy-PEP is starting to show up in conversations about sexual health — but what is it and should you be considering it? Doxy-PEP offers another layer of protection in your sexual health tool kit, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. Here’s what you need to know.
Lifeblood’s new rules will help more LGBTIQ+ Australians give
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has introduced new blood donation rules that expand eligibility for gay and bisexual men, replacing long-standing restrictions with a more individualised risk assessment. The changes are being welcomed as a step toward equity while maintaining the safety of the blood…
Capital of Equality - Mardi Gras 2024 (Photos)
The “Capital of Equality” float, beautifully embodied the essence of Canberra — a vibrant community residing in this wonderfully diverse Australian city.
Cory Bernardi makes a comeback in South Australia
Cory Bernardi, the former Liberal senator known for his outspoken opposition to anything queer, won a South Australian Upper House seat for One Nation. The victory marks a political comeback for Bernardi after a string of failed Christian conservative campaigns.
NSW Promise Tougher Laws for Anti-Queer Violence
The NSW government has confirmed it will introduce new laws to create specific LGBTQIA+ hate crime offences and increase penalties, including jail terms of up to seven years for offenders who target victims because of their sexuality or gender.
Another New U.S. Policy Targeting Trans People
The Trump administration has finalised a new US visa rule (finalised on 11 March 2026) that forces all applicants to disclose “biological sex at birth,” even where it conflicts with their passport or legal gender, and advocates say the change will put transgender and nonbinary people at greater ris…
Kansas revoke transgender people’s IDs
Kansas revoked transgender people’s IDs overnight – researchers anticipate cascading health and social consequences. This anti-trans bills in Kansas USA effectively restrict transgender people’s ability to participate fully in society.
Bashing of LGBTQ+ teens a sign of a dangerous Islamic State resurgence
An ABC investigation has unearthed horrifying vision of gay and bisexual teenagers being beaten unconscious in Sydney. The teenage boy perpetrators are reported to be supporters of Islamic State (IS).
Trans Women Are Women, Says European Parliament
Europe’s politicians have put something in writing that many of us already know in our bones: trans women are women. In Strasbourg, the European Parliament has passed a nonbinding resolution that explicitly calls for “the full recognition of trans women as women,” tying their inclusion to effective…
Nearly 1 in 10 Americans Now Identify as LGBTQ+
Despite the current anti-LGBTIQ+ political climate in the US, a new 2025 Gallup Poll reveals a queer generational shift that's reshaping American demographics.
Budapest Pride Shatters Records as 200,000 Defy Hungary’s Ban
A record-breaking crowd surged through the streets of Budapest on Saturday, as an estimated 200,000+ people defied a sweeping government ban to participate in the city’s 30th annual Pride parade in an unprecedented show of public resistance.
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I’m 42 and have not had a girlfriend in over 15 years
I’m 42 and have not had a girlfriend for over 15 years. I’m wondering if I’m just not desirable anymore and have missed my chance to find love. I desperately want a partner to make me feel whole. What should I do? Lonely Heart
My partner is always scrolling!
My partner is nearly always scrolling on his phone and that includes during meal times, in bed and even where we are out to dinner. We hardly talk anymore, and I often find myself feeling invisible and even lonely at times. How do I tell them I need more connection and conversation without coming a…
Am I too emotionally full on?
Dear Rose, I’m a young guy and have just started dating. A couple of people have told me I’m too emotionally full on and need to light up! I’m looking for a deep connection, not just shallow talk, meaningless interaction or just sex, but I seem to be scaring people off. What should I do? K
I'm an older transgender struggling with loneliness
Dear Rose, After many difficult years, I have recently come out as a trans woman, and I’m finally starting to feel comfortable in my body. Being a person over 60, I’m struggling with isolation and loneliness. Where can I get some help? Tiffany
