Day: November 12, 2015

Obama will become the first sitting US President to be featured on the cover of a GLBT magazine.  President Obama will be featured on the cover of Out Magazine’s “Out 100” issue as the publication’s Ally of the Year. The US President  earned the distinction for his administration’s support in helping secure the legalisation of […]

Going strong since 1992, GALS is a non-auditioned gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender and GLBT friendly, community choir who meet weekly in Auckland to rehearse and celebrate all things musical. GALS’ upcoming concert  explores the different parts of the choir and the wide range of music that they sing, with a diverse range of acts promised. A cash […]

Are we too submissive towards homophobic customers? Star Observer’s Samuel Leighton-Dore reflects on his experiences in dealing with homophobia in hospitality and customer service industries. I’ve always had a day job. My fledging career in customer service began at 14 with two after school shifts at the local McDonald’s. I was paid minimum wage (roughly […]

A brand new pride festival for Wellington has been unveiled. Wellington Pride Festival | Tū whakahīhī e Te Whanganui-a-Tara will take place 5-13 March 2016. The traditional parade and Out in the Park Fair will take place on March 12, with the parade being held for the first time along the capital’s waterfront, which will then […]