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Belarusian President Criticises West For Trying To “Impose LGBT Ideology”
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has raised eyebrows after assurting that Western nations would fail in what he describes as an attempt to “impose LGBT...
In Bed with Sainsbury & Parker For The Return Of Their Camp Classic
If you see one comedic show this silly season, make sure it is Camping. Chris Parker and Tom Sainsbury’s returning classic will be a...
PREPARE FOR A 90S PARTY! THE VENGABUS IS COMING TO TOWN!
Prepare yourself for a dose of 90s nostalgia with the return of the Vengaboys as part of the 90’s Mania Tour in January 2025!...
The Gender Agenda: Declassifying Gender Identities for Rangatahi Across Aotearoa
A fresh, punk-rock docuseries is gearing up to launch just in time for Transgender Awareness Week. The Gender Agenda, an audacious exploration of gender...
Survey Reveals 1 in 10 Australian Teens Identify as LGBTQIA+
More than one in 10 Australian high school students identify as gay, bisexual, pansexual, or asexual, according to a recent survey conducted across the...
GiveOUT Day Returns for 2024 to Boost LGBTQIA+ Charities Across Aotearoa
The Rainbow New Zealand Charitable Trust is excited to announce our annual fundraising campaign is right around the corner! This peer-to-peer funding platform is...
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Shawn Mendes Tackles Gay Rumours in New Song “The Mountain”
Shawn Mendes recently shared a first listen to his unreleased song “The Mountain” at a performance in Woodstock, New York. Known for his pop...
The Women Who Define What It Means To Be A Queer Ally
We hear the word ally bandied about more frequently these days, but what is an ally? And what does it mean to be a...
Al Pacino on ‘Cruising’: Why He Donated His Pay to Charity
Oscar-winning actor Al Pacino donated his earnings from the 1980 film Cruising to charity after coming to understand that the film was "exploitative" of...
ARTS AND CULTURE
The Gender Agenda: Declassifying Gender Identities for Rangatahi Across Aotearoa
A fresh, punk-rock docuseries is gearing up to launch just in time for Transgender Awareness Week. The Gender Agenda, an audacious exploration of gender...
Tai Royal: Lord Of The Dance
Taiaroa Royal may have moved back home to Rotorua, but as one of our most prolific dancers and choreographers, the move has not slowed...
Was King Arthur Queer? Welsh Council Sparks Debate by Including King Arthur in LGBTQ+...
The mythological figure of King Arthur, renowned for his quest for the Holy Grail, has been suggested as a potential LGBTQ+ figure due to...
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Optimise Your Pool For An Extended Swimming Season
A pool is not only a pleasure, it’s an investment. So make sure yours is kept in tip-top condition with Poolwerx.
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More New Zealand Queer History
Historian Gareth Watkins highlights October dates as significant for our queer communities.
6 October 1874
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of...
Auckland’s Lateshift Celebrates 35 Years In Business
Lateshift owner/operator Craig Oakley chats to YOUR ex about managing his business through changing times and 35 years of providing a successful community service.
Tell...
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GiveOUT Day Returns for 2024 to Boost LGBTQIA+ Charities Across Aotearoa
The Rainbow New Zealand Charitable Trust is excited to announce our annual fundraising campaign is right around the corner! This peer-to-peer funding platform is...
Brit-Pop Sensation James Marriott Coming to Auckland This December
James Marriott, the British indie-rock sensation known for his deeply relatable lyrics and magnetic YouTube persona, plays Auckland’s Powerstation on Monday 2 December.
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Dan and Phil: A Wholesome Influence Coming To Auckland
The UK YouTube stars sit down with YOUR ex to discuss instant chemistry, their relationship status and surviving a homophobic online gaming world.
Their last...
OPINION
Puberty Blockers: Understanding A Controversial Conversation
Eli Luke Michel ‘thinks of the children’ and discusses the medication subscribed to trans kids entering puberty.
“Won’t somebody please think of the children?!” It’s...
A Lesbian In The Wild: Love Languages For Queer Women
Jessie Lewthwaite says ‘love languages’ are a straight man’s concept, so she has created some of her own!
While out with friends, the topic of...
Mpox And The Return of Homophobic Stigma?
Recent media coverage of a New Zealand Mpox outbreak reminds Michael Stevens of the stigma faced by HIV+ communities.
This year’s Winter Pride saw an...
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Listen in Style: Win a Logitech Wireless Headset
Experience your favourite music, binge-watch Netflix series, or dive into gaming with the Logitech G435 Wireless Headset.
This vibrant and stylish headset offers a perfect...
Win a Pair of Classic Crocs in Your Favourite Colour!
Step into comfort with the iconic Crocs Classic Clogs that sparked a global comfort revolution! Known for their lightweight design and signature Crocs comfort,...
Get Glowing: Win a Bondi Sands Prize Pack
Bring the glow of Australia’s iconic Bondi Beach to your skincare routine with Bondi Sands’ salon-quality tanning products.
Known for their even, naturally golden tan,...
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Australia Awaits: Qantas Sale, Return Flights from $549
Ready for an Australian getaway to reconnect with loved ones or explore sun-kissed cities? Now is the perfect time, as Qantas is offering amazing...
Brisbane: Queensland’s Sexy Capital Has Us Ready To Melt!
When considering a trip across the pond to experience some big city energy, it’s easy to only consider two options, but Oliver Hall discovers...
Unveiling the Heart of LGBTQ History: A Journey Through San Francisco’s Castro District
The vibrant and storied Castro District in San Francisco is more than just a neighbourhood; it is the beating heart of LGBTQ history and...