The recent 2024 US election results have sent shockwaves throughout the world, but especially in American queer communities, with many fearing a rollback of hard-won rights under the incoming Trump administration and Republican-controlled government.

As a younger person, I had always loved Christmas. Like many kids, I enjoyed decorating our house and tree with tinsel, sparkly things and lights. I remember eating way too much delicious food, getting cool gifts, hanging out with friends, and spending long summer days at the beach. Although my family were not churchgoers, like most people, Christmas was a big deal.

Our 16th year of the bi-annual FUSE Big Gay Breakfast at Tilley's 'The Big Gay Breakfast' is an LGBTIQ+ and everyone-in-between event where we gather, eat, drink and be merry with all our fabulous rainbow friends.

Hot off their jubilant 30th anniversary celebrations, Canberra Qwire wraps up the year with an unforgettable concert celebrating community and the power of song. The Sound of Us: A Celebration of Community in Song!’ unites diverse voices and showcases the vibrancy of the Canberra region’s LGBTQIA+ community at Llewellyn Hall on 24 November. Qwire’s final performance of the year promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music and community. Joining them on stage will be three vibrant choirs from the OUT and About project: Good Vibes (Yass), Voice Works (Goulburn), and Vocal Local (Goul...

The 2024 SpringOUT Media Launch started with President Lynne O’Brien introducing Mama Mad B, who gave a heartfelt Acknowledgement of the Country and statement performance charming the audience, including recently re-elected Chief Minister Andrew Barr, with their rainbow outfit, bouffant red hair and deliciously oversized black glitter scarf.

Showing Now! The Kaleidoscope III LGBTIQ+ exhibition celebrates queer art and all its uniqueness and diversity. Brought to you by Belco Arts and supported by FUSE Magazine.

Wellbeing experts, mental health practitioners, celebrities and influencers are endorsing breathwork’s benefits world-wide, while corporations and organisations have started hiring breathwork practitioners for employee programs. Researchers have taken notice too.

Italy's parliament has recently passed a controversial law making it illegal for couples to seek surrogacy services abroad, a move that has sparked debate across Europe and raised concerns about LGBTIQ+ rights. The legislation, which extends an existing domestic ban on surrogacy, imposes penalties of up to two years in prison and fines of up to €1 million for those who travel overseas to pursue surrogacy arrangements.

This article is a lead on from: Breathwork. A Path to Healing & Connection. By taking the time to practise mindful breathing, you empower yourself to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience. Remember, your breath is a powerful healer and guide, always available to support you in your journey.

Here are some practical tips and strategies to help you manage your cash flow, reduce expenses, and navigate these economic challenges with confidence. Over the past year, the harsh reality of an escalating cost of living has hit home for many. The complex roots of this reality lie in the actions taken by governments and central banks during the lockdowns. They flooded the system with money to mitigate economic pain, lowering interest rates and offering cash rebates. While these measures helped to cushion the blow for some, others still found themselves in dire financial straits. The aft...