From après-ski drag realness at APRÈS GRAS to a history-packed trivia night marking the anniversary of the first Mardi Gras protest on 24 June 1978, this year’s fundraiser events are all about celebrating queer joy, connection and community. Throw in a rare DJ set from Ladyhawke, powerhouse performances from Marcia Hines and Brendan Maclean, plus dance floors running deep into the night, and suddenly winter in Sydney is looking pretty fabulous!
From “breathwork recipes” to breathing techniques, many social media and health websites are recommending breathwork to reduce stress. But breathwork is not new. Rather it is the latest in a long history of breathing techniques such as Pranayama from India and qigong from China. Such practices have been used for thousands of years to promote a healthy mind and body.
Causing fractures in the LGBTIQ+ community, the decision handed down confirms the earlier finding that Tickle was unlawfully excluded from the women-only app Giggle for Girls and strengthens the significance of the original case.
IN SHORT
The Full Federal Court upheld the discrimination finding against Giggle for Girls
Judges found two acts of direct discrimination against Roxanne Tickle
Tickle was denied access to the app and later refused reinstatement
Damages were increased from $10,000 to $20,000
The court affirmed the August 2024 ruling on gender identity discrimination
The case…
NSW is sending a firm message: hate crimes against LGBTQIA+ people will not be tolerated. With tougher sentences and new tools for police, the laws aim to make queer lives safer amid rising violence.
Many things can influence your happiness, many of which are totally outside of our control. Research suggests that 50% of happiness is determined by your genes, 10% by the circumstances in which you live, and 40% of happiness is defined by your actions, attitude and how you handle situations. Let's look at that 40%.
The European Parliament has voted to ban conversion therapy, following a successful European Citizens’ Initiative that prompted the Parliament to take action. Since 2024, the ECI has gathered over 1.2 million signatures from EU citizens advocating for a ban on conversion therapy.
A series of Friday night filmic feasts showcasing cinema with bite: edgy movies and fan favourites that unnerve, push buttons, ask questions, or simply look good on the big screen!
Each event includes a performance and introduction to the film from series host Venus Mantrap, local drag artist and culture warrior.
The 2026 program spans eleven Friday nights starting from February through to December, featuring Susan Seidelman’s punk-infused comedies, Coen brothers’ noir thrillers and Kathryn Bigelow’s dystopian visions.
Each screening is carefully selected to celebrate cult cinema in…
Mark Latham, who is currently an independent member of the NSW Legislative Council after being dumped by One Nation, has been ordered to pay $100K to fellow parliament member Alex Greenwich for unlawfully vilifying and sexually harassing him online.
Come To Daddy, an LGBTQIA+ venue in Brisbane’s West End, was recently vandalised in an attack that targeted its pride bunting outside. Staff said someone set their pride flag display on fire.
