Category: Lifestyle
Test’n’Treat is a free, peer-led sexual health service in Auckland offering rapid STI and HIV testing, treatment and prevention — no appointment needed. What Is Test’n’Treat? Test’n’Treat is a walk-in sexual health clinic run by Body Positive in partnership with Auckland Sexual Health. It’s designed to be: Fast: Get tested and treated on the same […]
Former AFL player Mitch Brown has shared a confronting personal moment at a Lady Gaga concert, highlighting the ongoing stigma bisexual people face — even after coming out. Brown, who made history earlier this year as the first openly queer professional AFL/VFL player in the sport’s 129-year history, recounted the moment in an Instagram video […]
In a global celebration of queer culture and connection, New Zealand has found itself in the spotlight in Grindr’s annual Unwrapped report — named one of the world’s top “Daddy Capitals” for 2025. The yearly data-driven roundup, which has fast become a pop culture moment in the queer digital space, combines anonymous user insights with […]
Dr Mataroria Lyndon answers your health-related questions. How often do you recommend queer men and trans women get STI tests? For sexually active queer men and trans women, I recommend having a sexual health check every three months if you have multiple partners or new partners. If you’re in a monogamous relationship and both partners […]
Swiss tennis talent Mika Brunold has come out as gay, sharing his truth in a heartfelt message to fans and the wider sporting community. The 21-year-old took to Instagram on Sunday, 30 November, to reflect on his personal growth and journey both on and off the court. In the post, Brunold said that his experience […]
What if STI testing didn’t start with a swab — but with a conversation? That’s one of the quieter revolutions behind Test’n’Treat, New Zealand’s first peer-led sexual health clinic. While headlines have focused on the clinic’s speed (test today, get treated today), there’s another story unfolding in the rooms at Body Positive’s Auckland offices — […]
The 2025 Official Strongman Games Women’s Open Championship ended in controversy this past weekend in Arlington, Texas, after Philadelphia-based athlete Jammie Booker was stripped of her title just days after winning it. Booker, a personal trainer and rising star in strength sports, edged out past world champion Andrea Thompson of Great Britain by a single […]
Get ready for planes, trains — and stilettos — because the first-ever RuPaul’s Drag Race feature film is pulling into the station. Titled Stop! That! Train!, this herstoric movie marks the franchise’s first cinematic release and promises a riotous ride through wigs, wonder and wild high jinks. Starring RuPaul Charles as none other than President […]