Day: February 10, 2023

Give me a few hot minutes, let’s talk about sex. Gay Pride Parade, Mardi Gras, Big Gay Out, Valentine’s Day, and ‘anytime’ interludes should include pre- loading. If you’re envisioning having a hot night with your partner, meeting the love of your life or the love for one night, natural prepping for sex is the […]

In a historic decision, The Church of England has voted in favour of blessing same-sex marriages. However, it will continue to ban parishes and clergy from conducting such ceremonies. The move to allow same-sex blessings was finally approved on the 9th of February during a meeting of the Church’s governing body (General Synod) following a […]

Ahead of Rūrangi: Rising Lights’ premiere on Prime on Sunday 12 February, and Neon and SkyGo the following day, Writer and Executive Producer Cole Meyers takes Oliver Hall behind the scenes to reveal the groundbreaking approach to filmmaking that contributed to the show’s unprecedented success. Coinciding with Auckland’s Pride month, Rūrangi’s second season ‘Rising Lights’ […]

Historian Gareth Watkins unearths February dates from the past that have had a significant impact on today’s queer community. 6 February 1840 Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi was signed on this day. With it came New Zealand’s adoption of English law, including the Offences Against the Person Act, which made sodomy punishable by death. […]

This month, Rialto Channel is presenting unflinching documentaries that reflect the realities of rainbow communities, every Thursday night. express talks to Elle Walsh, star of the Australian documentary Girl Like You (encore screening on Monday 13 February) which follows the evolution of her relationship with her girlfriend Lauren as Elle transitions. Elle Walsh is the […]