WHAT'S ON
SpringOUT launches festival at Questacon Canberra
The 2024 SpringOUT Media Launch featured the ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr, SpringOUT President Lynne O’Brien and a performance by Mad B.
Kaleidoscope LGBTIQ+ Exhibition Opening
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.
Italy's surrogacy law unfairly impacting same-sex couples
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.
Beau Lamarre-Condon plea to murder
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’s Queer community celebrates equality
Thailand has taken a leap towards equality with new inclusive marriage laws that also positively impact LGBTIQ+ individuals across Southeast Asia.
Prominent lesbian scientist receives Medal of Freedom
Being queer has enhanced my perspective and capabilities as an astronomer. - Jane Rigby.
Community Splits as SpringOUT tell Police they can’t attend Fair Day!
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.
Prime Minister Reconsiders LGBT Inclusion in 2026 Census
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.
Another alleged homophobic attack in Canberra
After another alleged homophobic attack happened in Canberra this week on a couple visiting from Melbourne, the ACT Government has made the following statement in their latest newsletter.