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'Bait and bash' laws welcomed but more action wanted

'Bait and bash' laws welcomed but more action wanted

Perpetrators of violence towards the queer community are being put on notice with laws on the books to punish offenders who boast about their crimes online.

How a moment of despair turned into a movement

How a moment of despair turned into a movement

How a moment of despair turned into a movement

How a moment of despair turned into a movement

Five years on from the historic March 4 Justice, organiser Janine Hendry reflects on the impacts of the protests and the challenges that remain.

No to the pushback: global spotlight on gender equality

No to the pushback: global spotlight on gender equality

No to the pushback: global spotlight on gender equality

No to the pushback: global spotlight on gender equality

The United Nations is hosting its largest annual gathering on gender equality against a backdrop of pushback to hard won rights being felt around the world.

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Women judges hold the line against gender justice gap

Women judges hold the line against gender justice gap

A small Pacific nation is leading others when it comes to female judiciary representation but disparities around the world affect how justice is delivered.

'Truth, not noise': ambassador backs gender data

'Truth, not noise': ambassador backs gender data

Australia will continue to invest in gender data collection to monitor progress on efforts to advance gender equality and address disparities.

Gender equality efforts 'eroded' by tech-based abuse

Gender equality efforts 'eroded' by tech-based abuse

Advocates are calling on governments around the world to crack down on gender-based violence facilitated through tech, as well as education for young people.

Grave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia

Grave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia

There are fears Iranian footballers will be persecuted when they return home from the Women's Asian Cup in Australia, with the government urged to take action.

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Call to action to close gendered gaps in justice system

Call to action to close gendered gaps in justice system

Call to action to close gendered gaps in justice system

Call to action to close gendered gaps in justice system

International Women's Day is being marked as a call to balance the scales and ensure all women and girls have fair and inclusive access to justice.

More female tradies are key to building the future

More female tradies are key to building the future

More female tradies are key to building the future

More female tradies are key to building the future

From tears to trades - a privately educated woman found her purpose in a trade, reflecting a growing number of women picking up the tools.

GPs disturbed by latest contraceptive pill 'shortcut'

GPs disturbed by latest contraceptive pill 'shortcut'

GPs disturbed by latest contraceptive pill 'shortcut'

GPs disturbed by latest contraceptive pill 'shortcut'

Australia's top doctors' group has lashed a state government's move to allow women seeking the contraceptive pill to bypass general practitioners.

Gender equality 'crossroads' shows growing friction

Gender equality 'crossroads' shows growing friction

Gender equality 'crossroads' shows growing friction

Gender equality 'crossroads' shows growing friction

Australia is at a critical juncture on gender equality, with many believing efforts have gone far enough while analysis shows there's still work to be done.

Access to justice in focus on International Women's Day

Access to justice in focus on International Women's Day

Access to justice in focus on International Women's Day

Access to justice in focus on International Women's Day

Balancing the scales of justice for all women and girls will require recalibrating a system historically made by men and for men, experts say.

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

The Liberal Party alienated immigrants, young people and women during its calamitous 2025 election campaign, which a review describes as its worst in history.

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

Workplaces on notice for gender pay gap 'reality check'

The latest data on gender pay gaps in Australian workplaces shows progress is being made, but there is still a long way to go to close the divide.

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First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call

Among 170 floats and 10,000 marchers, First Nations collective Yamurrah has given a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into the Mardi Gras parade.

Roars, rainbows and revellers take over Harbour city

Thousands of onlookers lined the streets to cheer, whistle and show their love for the marchers and 170 floats in the 48th Mardi Gras parade.

Strength training 'magic pill' to reduce cost of ageing

Australia spends more than $36 billion annually on aged care, but advocates say strength training should be taken seriously as a way to prevent senior decline.

Young women giving up on home ownership as costs rise

Young people, particularly women, are turning their backs on home ownership as up-front and ongoing costs combined with other pressures put it out of reach.

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Australia's problem drinkers not who we think they are

Australians seeking support for alcohol dependence are becoming stuck in a cycle of readmission and relapse as care is withdrawn when at their most vulnerable.

Cancelled Mardi Gras party reflects broader money woes

A decision by Mardi Gras organisers to cancel a key event has brought wider funding issues impacting many LGBTQI organisations into the spotlight.

Grey skies can't deter colourful Mardi Gras crowd

Revellers at Mardi Gras Fair Day are being encouraged to visit a pop-up health information space focusing on sexual health and cancer screenings.

Liberal leaders hit with gender blow as tax fight looms

Angus Taylor is promising the new-look Liberal leadership will focus on cutting taxes and weeding out those who “reject our way of life”.

Finally: generational shift here for women in science

Three generations of women in one Australian family are demonstrating how the gender playing field has levelled in the field of medical science.

Ley 'won't dwell on the disappointment' after ousting

Sussan Ley has been deposed as the Liberal Party's first female leader, declaring she will completely step away from public life after 25 years in politics.

Liberals pledge new direction as toppled leader resigns

Angus Taylor will face his first test as Liberal leader at a heavily contested by-election after he knifed Sussan Ley and triggered her resignation.

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