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The Power of Queer Storytelling
FUSE was super excited to have a heart-to-heart with queer screenwriter, director and multidisciplinary visual artist Samuel Leighton-Dore.
Bisexuality on Film & TV
In recent years, TV shows have started to explicitly state a character’s sexuality, either in dialogue or through a coming out scene. Christina Wilkins, Lecturer in Film and Creative Writing, asks it is bisexuality better depicted on TV than in the film?
Pronouns and why they are important
For many people, their pronouns are an essential part of who they are, and by using them, you’re doing your bit to make them feel validated and included.
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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.
Western Sydney Council's Bans Same-Sex Parenting Books
Cumberland City Council in Western Sydney has enacted a controversial policy to remove books featuring same-sex parents from its libraries, triggering a fierce debate over censorship, discrimination, and community values.
Pride to polling in the India queer community
From pride parades to polling booths: How will the LGBTQI+ community vote? | India Votes 2024
The Power of Queer Storytelling
INTERVIEW
FUSE was super excited to have a heart-to-heart with queer screenwriter, director and multidisciplinary visual artist Samuel Leighton-Dore.
Queer artist slected for Napier Waller Art Prize
A queer artist and Australian Defence Force member, Karl Metzger, has been selected to take part in the Australian War Meroirals' Napier Waller Art Prize.
Fourteen, A Feel-Good Journey of Resilience & Self-Acceptance
Similar to Timothy Conigrave's 'Holding the Man,' this play is destined to become a classic of Australian LGBTIQ+ literature. Its exuberant celebration of self-acceptance and the enduring power of love, whether from family or friends, will leave you moved and uplifted. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Netflix’s 'Ripley'... mesmerising or charmless
Netflix’s Moody Fresh Take! The eight-episode adaptation, an Italy-set black-and-white thriller about the gay eponymous grifter turned sociopath. Depending on whom you ask, 'Ripley' is either “mesmerizing” or “charmless”.
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Sydney
Cape Town No1 Gay Travel Destination
Two Gay Expats have declared Cape Town as the No.1 gay travel destination for 2024.With gorgeous beaches, wild gay nights out and fantastic food it may be time to pack your bags!
Queer (LGBTIQ) parties, places an events in Canberra!
Canberra, the Capital city of Australia, say its the most inclusive city in the country and has more to offer than just politics! It has a thriving LGBTIQ+ community, and plenty of gay friendly spaces spread around the city. Here's our guide to gay Canberra's queer scene.
Using simple art practices to quite you mind
When art meets meditation and mindfulness. Contrary to popular belief, meditation doesn’t always mean sitting with your eyes closed. In fact, you can practice meditation virtually anywhere — grab yourself a pencil and quieten your mind.
Facts about being pansexual, panromantic or biromantic
A pansexual person is someone who is sexually or romantically attracted to people regardless of their sex or gender.
Problems with dating apps and can they be fixed?
Hundreds of millions of people worldwide use dating apps, but only half of users say that they have had positive experiences. Incredibly, many users also received threats of harm.
Police Marching at Mardi Gras must come with real change
The policing of LGBTQ+ people casts a long, dark shadow. Police marching at Mardi Gras must be backed up with real change.
The great US rights rollback
America. The self-proclaimed ‘land of the free’ and ‘home of the brave’. But if you have been paying attention to US politics this year, you’d be forgiven for thinking that freedom and bravery had been thrown out of the proverbial window.
Pronouns and why they are important
For many people, their pronouns are an essential part of who they are, and by using them, you’re doing your bit to make them feel validated and included.
HIGHTLIGHT
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.
ANU Queer Department
The ANU Queer* Department is an autonomous space, meaning that all queer students can attend meetings, events, and get the benefits of community!
Find what you want on the LGBTIQ DIRECTORY
The LGBTIQ DIRECTORY is a community focused project proudly published by FUSE Magazine and its partners.
Where to get PEP in an HIV emergency!
It's vital that PEP is started as soon as possible after any possible exposure to HIV — preferably within a few hours.
LGBTIQ+ Drop-In legal Advice Service
Do you need some legal advice? Meridian and Legal Aid ACT hosts free LGBTIQA+ Drop-In Legal Advice Service twice a month.
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