Category: New Zealand
Netsafe are wanting to make sure the LGBT+ communities know that something can be done if they are experiencing harassment, bullying or abuse online. The Netsafe page reminds LGBT+ communities, “Bullying and harassment based on your sexuality, sex characteristics and gender identity can make you feel isolated or alone, and make it difficult to explore […]
Gay Ski Week QT has been taken over by South Pacific Pride Limited, run by Queenstown local couple Mike Hughes and Martin King. Gay Ski Week started in 2005. Sally & Mandy Whitewoods who took on the event in 2011, have decided to move on to spend more time with family. “Gay Ski Week QT […]
Concerns have been raised regarding this year’s Wellington Pride Parade afterparty theme “Go Tribal/ What’s Your Tribe”, with some members of the community saying the theme is “culturally insensitive” and others disappointed that there has been no community consultation regarding parade-related events. This year the Pride Parade is being organised by the newly formed Wellington […]
Sam Smith has confirmed he is returning to our shores, performing in Auckland this November. After waiting three years for his return, fans will be treated to a show at Auckland’s Spark Arena on November 2 as part of his The Thrill Of It All world tour. Presale tickets are on sale January 17 and general […]
Camp-goers have always crowned queer or gender diverse queens however this year, after 31 years, heterosexual couple Tisha and Ian Klein received the honour. Working tirelessly behind the scenes, the couple were recognised for their years of service. Tisha has been the official photographer for Vinegar Hill for the past eight years and her husband […]
Auckland Barrister & Solicitor, Brett Ravelich, has issued a warning for gay men using the Tinder social media App in Auckland. Gay men are being targeted in sting operations by an alt right associated group : http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=11968860 With the group posing as young and sometimes underage boys, victims are lured to a location then ambushed […]
Two legendary US performers, Melissa Etheridge and Sheryl Crow, are teaming up and bringing a double headlining tour to New Zealand. A worldwide exclusive, this will be the first time the music icons tour together, sharing the stage and showcasing their biggest hits – there’s going to be nothing quite like this show! Having met in the […]
Alternative pop maverick Halsey is heading our way so put aside some of that Christmas present money, tickets go on sale next week. The Grammy Award-nominated, multi-platform artist has been hailed as “the voice of her generation” and is bringing her take-no-prisoners attitude to our shores as part of her Hopeless Fountain Kingdom tour. You’ve […]