Category: New Zealand

Jan 07
Exclusive: “RuPaul Has Landed In New Zealand”

Sources tell express the World’s Most Famous Drag Queen checked into a plush quarantine hotel this morning in preparation for filming the ‘Down Under’ edition of her Drag Race franchise. Drag Race fans rejoice! RuPaul has touched down in Auckland to begin her 14-day quarantine. A number of Australian drag talents have already flown in […]

Jan 05
Applications Open For Mr Gay New Zealand 2021

Now in its 13th year, applications for Mr. Gay New Zealand 2021 are now open, with the winner being chosen on stage at the 2021 Ending HIV Big Gay Out. Proudly supported by express and Ending HIV, finalists will complete a range of online tasks prior to the final weekend which will be held on […]

Dec 30
Exclusive Source: “RuPaul’s Drag Race Australia To Film in New Zealand”

As COVID-19 continues to cause havoc around the world, a source exclusively tells express that Auckland has been selected as safe haven to start filming the new Australian edition of the show next month. Talking exclusively to Express Magazine a television industry source has revealed that producers have moved the filming of RuPaul’s Drag Race […]

Dec 19
Kordia CEO Scott Bartlett Leaves Legacy of Advocacy for the Rainbow Community

Kordia’s chair praised Bartlett for his advocacy of diversity, following his death. One of the highest-profile gay business leaders in New Zealand has died, following a battle with cancer. Scott Bartlett died earlier this week aged just 40 following a battle with cancer. “It is with deep sadness that Kordia Group announces its former CEO, […]

Dec 18
The Outrageous Miss Ribena’s Next Act

From Saturday nights at Family Bar to managing a gay bathhouse in Hamilton Miss Ribena talks to express about her latest venture. Miss Ribena couldn’t be happier.  As she answers the phone for the express interview, she’s at home in Hamilton after returning to her place of birth a few years ago, or as she […]

Dec 17
Rainbow Inspiration For The Year Ahead

Historian Gareth Watkins finds memorable quotes from notable LGBT+ community members to spur your motivation for change in 2021. “My silences have not protected me.” The words of Audre Lorde, which Jan Logie got tattooed on her leg before becoming a Member of Parliament in 2011. “Risk! Risk anything! Care no more for the opinions […]

Dec 14
New Zealand’s ‘Gay Blood Ban’ Reduced to Three Months

The ban on blood donations from men who have sex with men will be reduced from twelve months to three and will come into effect today. The most significant changes in decades to blood donation laws in New Zealand will come into effect today in a new announcement from the NZ Blood Service (NZBS) Until […]

Dec 09
NEW ZEALAND CRICKET TO HOLD FIRST EVER PRIDE ROUND

The first Pride Round in New Zealand cricket history will be held next month when the Northern Districts Cricket Association host matches against Auckland highlighting the association’s commitment to ensuring cricket is “a game for all New Zealanders.” The Dream11 Super Smash matches, as yet to be formally acknowledged or supported by New Zealand Cricket, will […]