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The Sound of Us: Musical Director, Lachlan Snow, is bidding farewell to Qwire in Canberra with a heartfelt celebration of community and song.

The 2024 SpringOUT Media Launch featured the ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr, SpringOUT President Lynne O’Brien and a performance by Mad B.

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.

The new Italian law highlights the complex and varied landscape of gay family rights across Europe. While some countries have made strides in recognising same-sex partnerships and expanding access to adoption and fertility treatments, others maintain restrictive policies.

Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon is expected to enter pleas soon regarding the alleged murders of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies, a Sydney court heard.

Thailand has taken a leap towards equality with new inclusive marriage laws that also positively impact LGBTIQ+ individuals across Southeast Asia.

Being queer has enhanced my perspective and capabilities as an astronomer. - Jane Rigby.

SpringOUT Festival has decided not to include the police at this year's Fair Day in the park. This is a decision that has divided the community. The committee issued a statement acknowledging the concerns and outlined plans for further community consultation.

After facing significant pressure from the LGBTIQ+ community, Labor MPs and local government, including Andrew Barr the ACT Chief Minister, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have reconsidered the decision to include questions about sexuality in the 2026 Census, saying that a single question about sexual preference will appear.