Category: New Zealand
The Auckland Rainbow Parade will return to Ponsonby Road from 7:30 pm on Saturday, 15 February. Ahead of this vibrant celebration of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s Rainbow communities, we talk to Parade Event Manager Shaughan Woodcock about the importance of the event, the criteria for participants, and the return of the glamorous Smirnoff Grandstand. Why is […]
Ralph Corke, Visitor Experience Manager at Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT), shares what the museum has scheduled for Auckland Pride Month, what he loves about Aotearoa’s queer community, and his excitement about entering Mr Bear New Zealand. You’ve been in New Zealand for seven years now after leaving Brighton (England)’s sunny shores. What has […]
Campbell Johnstone, the first All Black to publicly come out as gay, has tied the knot with his partner Ben Thomson at an Oxford venue in the South Island. Johnstone, 44, came out in 2023 during an interview on TVNZ’s Seven Sharp, stating he wanted to “take away the pressure” of coming out and describing […]
Daniel Clarke, Director of Performing Arts at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, sits down with YOUR EX Magazine for a candid Q&A about his inspiring journey and ambitious vision for Auckland’s performing arts scene. From his early days navigating the challenges of 90s Adelaide to his transformative experiences abroad and his groundbreaking work as a creative leader, […]
Inside sources tell YOUR EX magazine that there are currently no plans to begin filming a fifth season of Drag Race Down Under (DRDU). Traditionally, casting calls for the show start in November, with filming scheduled to begin in February. However, while those timelines were delayed this year, the fourth season—released exclusively on WOW Presents […]
Autumn Farm’s annual Summer Camp is a vibrant celebration of Pride, connection, and rural charm, set against the stunning backdrop of Golden Bay. The festivities kicked off on December 30th with a lively Quiz Night, followed by the much-anticipated Grand Parade Show on New Year’s Eve afternoon, where participants showcased their creative flair. The highlight […]
Uretiti, one of New Zealand’s most beloved campsites, is always a fabulous New Year’s Eve destination. Drawing a vibrant crowd from the gay and queer communities, the party at Daddy’s Bar was the highlight of the night. Attendees enjoyed an electrifying atmosphere, dancing, and the joy of ringing in 2025 surrounded by friends and new […]
Family Bar welcomed 2025 with a dazzling New Year’s Eve celebration that left attendees buzzing with excitement. The event featured a stunning lineup of drag performances by the fabulous Miss Ribena, Miss Kola, Rita Menu, Trinity Ice, and Chi-Chi. These talented Discolicious Divas delivered show-stopping routines, complete with glitter, glamour, and energy that lit up […]