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Western Australia
The long-criticised Gender Reassignment Board has been officially abolished, streamlining the process for changing sex or gender on birth certificates and marking a significant milestone for LGBTIQ rights in the state.
USA
Under the orders of US President Trump, the United States military has begun the removal of up to 1,000+ transgender service members following a Supreme Court decision that allows the government to enforce its ban on transgender individuals serving in the armed forces. 


Sydney
A wave of offensive graffiti swept through Sydney’s inner west this week, with the iconic Imperial Hotel in Erskineville among dozens of sites targeted by vandals.
UK
What will the UK Supreme Court gender ruling mean in practice? A legal expert explains.
Politics
Greens leader Adam Bandt has thrown his support behind Brisbane MP Stephen Bates after he became the first Australian politician to launch an OnlyFans account, using the adults-only platform to Spotlight HIV Prevention and other critical LGBTIQ+ health policies in the lead-up to the Australian May…
CBR PRIDE PHOTOS
‘Capital of Equality’ from Canberra joined in with 200 other floats from around Australia at this years Mardi Gras 2025!

Hungary
Hungary’s parliament has passed sweeping constitutional amendments that ban public gatherings by queer people and Pride parades and have empowered authorities to use facial recognition technology to identify and fine participants, in a move widely condemned by human rights groups and European offic…
USA
WorldPride 2025 event’s organisers have stressed that, while Washington, D.C. remains one of the most progressive and inclusive cities in the U.S., the current political climate presents unprecedented challenges for the global LGBTIQ+ community.
SYDNEY
The Imperial Hotel in Erskineville, Sydney, has officially been added to the NSW State Heritage Register, marking a significant milestone in the recognition of Sydney's LGBTIQ+ history.
CBR | SpringOut
The FUSE 'SpringOUT' Big Gay Winter Breakfast was held on a beautiful Canberra morning at Tilley's Devine Cafe.

POLITICS
Member of Parliament Rachel Payne has made sure Victoria’s new anti-vilification laws kick in before the next state election. 
In a controversial move, Utah has become the first American state to ban LGBTQ+ Pride flags from being displayed in schools and government buildings.
Canberra
As another federal election looms, Australian rightwing politicians are seeking wedge issues to exploit for their political gain, but it seems the Australian public isn't biting.
QUEER ART
Seeing so many people come along to the Kaleidoscope III opening at Belconnen Arts Centre was amazing. The exhibition is impressive and shows us just how much creative talent there is in the LGBTIQ+ community.

Newcastle
Staff protested this week at The Newcastle Herald over the controversial 'THERE ARE ONLY TWO GENDERS' advertisement from Palmer’s Trumpet of Patriots Party. The Herald has issued an apology.
LGBTIQ+ RIGHTS
LGBTIQ+ advocates and community members have expressed outrage over M3ta's refusal to approve advertisements promoting Trans Pride and other LGBTIQ+ events on their platforms.
PRIDE
At 63.9% a majority of LGBTIQ+ Australians SAY THEY support police at pride event with 36.1% against.
PRIDE
Aer you ready for another faboulus pride celebration? The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras parade highlights revealed.

AUST
Billionaire Clive Palmer has announced he’s teaming up with a political party in Australia that will emulate the policies of US President Donald Trump.
GENETICS
Scientists have made rapid advancements in genetic engineering and reproductive biology, which could help gay men have biological children in the future.
England
"It was emotional at the end, up there on the platform, knowing it was going to be my last competitive dive." Tom Daley, winner of five Olympic medals.
Canberra
The FUSE Big Gay Winter Breakfast was held on a beautiful Canberra morning at the Stepping Stone Café at Strathnairn Arts in Holt.

Mens Health
Sex, drugs, and total disinhibition. Party and play (PnP), also known as Chemsex or wired play, refers to the practice of consuming drugs to enhance sexual activity.
Health
Almost 1 million Australians are LGBTQIA+ and for the first time, there’s a new national health plan designed for our communities.
USA
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a challenge to the Affordable Care Act's (Obamacare) mandate for no-cost coverage of preventive services, including HIV prevention medication PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis).
HEALTH
The WHO has raised the alarm as Mpox (monkeypox) cases surge, with the virus mutating and spreading to new regions of the world.


Coming Out
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Sexuality
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Relationships
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