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Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

People bashing young gay and bisexual men are being led by algorithms and use dating apps to co-ordinate their attacks, an inquiry has been told.

Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community

Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community

Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community

Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community

One of Australia's most recognised LGBTQI districts has been hit with multiple police raids, leaving the community feeling targeted by the force.

'Scared, humiliated': senior police blamed for culture

'Scared, humiliated': senior police blamed for culture

'Scared, humiliated': senior police blamed for culture

'Scared, humiliated': senior police blamed for culture

Bullying is as much a part of the NSW Police as wearing a uniform, one member has told a scathing review into toxic culture within the force.

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Queer arts, culture fest returns for biggest year yet

Queer arts, culture fest returns for biggest year yet

Pride Fest, a queer arts and cultural festival, returns to Oxford Street for its biggest year yet aiming to revitalise the area as winter sets in.

LGBTQI allies called on to help end domestic violence

LGBTQI allies called on to help end domestic violence

Shocking statistics show that three in five LGBTQI people have experienced intimate partner violence and often face multiple barriers to seeking help.

Queer youth seek connection in wake of social media ban

Queer youth seek connection in wake of social media ban

Australia's landmark social media ban is having a mixed impact on queer youth who have often used the platforms to connect and find like-minded people.

'Direct discrimination': court loss for app's trans ban

'Direct discrimination': court loss for app's trans ban

A legal bid by an app and its founder has backfired, with an appeal panel awarding twice the initial amount of damages for excluding a transgender user.

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Queer connection: drag venue marks magic milestone

Queer connection: drag venue marks magic milestone

Queer connection: drag venue marks magic milestone

Queer connection: drag venue marks magic milestone

Mary's Poppin, an iconic queer nightclub, is celebrating 10 years as a hub of glamour, performance and self-expression.

New rules allow more LGBTQI people to donate blood

New rules allow more LGBTQI people to donate blood

New rules allow more LGBTQI people to donate blood

New rules allow more LGBTQI people to donate blood

Thousands of gay and bisexual men and transgender people will be able to donate whole blood for the first time after changes to eligibility.

Lesbian group wins appeal in bid to exclude trans women

Lesbian group wins appeal in bid to exclude trans women

Lesbian group wins appeal in bid to exclude trans women

Lesbian group wins appeal in bid to exclude trans women

A lesbian group has won an appeal in the Federal Court in an ongoing battle to allow it to exclude transgender women from "lesbian-only" events.

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

The results of a probe into hate speech protections for vulnerable communities due to be released by parliamentary order are being kept on the back burner.

Impossible to ignore: joy as largest trans flag unfurls

Impossible to ignore: joy as largest trans flag unfurls

Impossible to ignore: joy as largest trans flag unfurls

Impossible to ignore: joy as largest trans flag unfurls

The world's largest trans flag has been unveiled in a moment of joy and pride, in a sign of resistance to policies that have impacted some young people.

'Bait and bash' laws welcomed but more action wanted

'Bait and bash' laws welcomed but more action wanted

'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.

First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call

First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call

First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call

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.

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Mardi Gras marchers rest feet after night of nights

The task of cleaning up Sydney's streets after the biggest LGBTQI party of the year is under way after Mardi Gras revellers celebrated the festival's 48th year.

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.

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.

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Rideshare driver 'targeted hotel' before alleged rape

A rideshare driver has allegedly scoped and targeted his victims outside a popular LGBTQI venue before sexually assaulting them.

Rising costs force Mardi Gras to cancel official party

An iconic LGBTQI festival has been forced to cancel its official party, with organisers concerned about its financial viability.

LGBTQI workers face heightened discrimination at work

LGBTQI people are one and a half times more likely to experience discrimination and harassment at work compared to those not in the LGBTQI community.

LGBTQI Aussies still face structural barriers at work

Major gaps in employment and work participation among LGBTQI Australians highlight ongoing structural inequalities in the job market.

Relief as victims of anti-gay laws are compensated

Equality advocates are rejoicing after nation-leading laws allowing men convicted of homosexuality under former laws passed a state parliament.

Latham's bill over 'disgusting' sex tweet could soar

Firebrand MP Mark Latham could face more financial pain as a rival seeks higher damages over an explicit tweet sent during an election fracas.

Violence against women put in spotlight amid conflicts

International approaches to ending gender-based violence will be examined as Australia welcomes delegates for the fifth world conference of women's shelters.

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