Category: New Zealand
We may not yet have had the pleasure of an “out” All Black, but one of the top referees in the World is in Aotearoa at the moment. He’s from Wales, his name is Nigel Owens and he’s openly gay. He refereed the first test against England on their current tour and will be an […]
New community group with a trans* focus. A new Facebook group has been established and whilst it is a closed group it will accept membership from anyone who would like to ask questions in a respectful manner about the transgender community. This may be for news or media articles, professional development, research purposes, or to […]
Newmarket Stage Company (NSC) is excited about securing the exclusive rights to premiere Tuesdays with Morrie in New Zealand. The acquisition of Tuesdays with Morrie is further boosted by NSC’s casting of Kiwi icon George Henare to play the lead. Commenting on the stage show, based on the bestselling book that sold 6 million copies, […]
Auckland Council has facilitated a series of hui with the city’s communities over several months and from the GLBT hui the Rainbow Framework has taken shape. The Rainbow Framework’s aim is to making Auckland the world’s most liveable city for Rainbow communities. And they want your feedback! So what does Auckland being the world’s most […]
A packed Ivy Bar watched on as Medulla Oblongata took the Miss Capital Drag crown on Sunday night ahead of six other contestants in a toughly contested battle. Medulla, aka Abraham Naim, was actually granted asylum in New Zealand last year after fleeing from homophobic persecution in the Maldives. Abraham had lived in New Zealand […]
NZ dance legends Tai Royal and Tanne Mete return to follow up K Road Strip with Mana Wahine. Mana Wahine pays homage to the female spirit, influenced by the Maori tale of Te Aokapurangai – a young maiden who single handedly saved her people from slaughter. Mana Wahine will receive it’s world premier on Tuesday […]
The award winning play Body of Faith is on its way to an Auckland Stage. Stage Two Productions formed through the drama department at University of Auckland is excited to announce they are teaming up with RY in a special one off charity performance of Luis Alfaro’ Body of Faith. Audience will be taken on a […]
The NZ Falcons is a gay and inclusive rugby club, formed in 2013. Club President Blair Dickman announced that ASB has been signed on as the principal sponsor for 2014 and 2015. Blair said “This arrangement secures the club’s immediate future and ensures its participation in the 2014 Bingham Cup and beyond.“ Barbara Chapman, ASB’s Chief Executive, […]