Category: News
The Senior Lead Keeper of Auckland Zoo’s Carnivores Team, Nick Parashchak, takes Oliver Hall on a tour of the zoo, discussing tattoos, conservation innovation and life and death along the way. The otters look cute enough to cuddle when Nick and I stop by their habitats as he gives me a tour of Auckland Zoo. […]
After nearly twelve years of volunteering for the Christchurch Pride Board, the death of a close friend led Akira Le Fevre and Jill Stevens to reassess what the city’s rainbow communities needed. They talk to YOUR ex about creating ‘Queer Care’ with support from Christchurch Pride. Where and when did the two of you meet, […]
Australian footballer Josh Cavallo has spoken out about his strong concerns over the selection of host countries with anti-LGBTQ+ laws for the World Cup, highlighting the dangers he faces as an openly gay player, especially in countries like Saudi Arabia, where homosexuality is punishable by death. Speaking with the Daily Mirror, 24-year-old Cavallo discussed the […]
Several German national footballers are reportedly planning to come out on 17 May, coinciding with the International Day Against Homophobia. According to German News Paper Preußische Allgemeine Zeitung, the collective coming out is part of a broader plan called Sports Free, which aims to challenge the norms within the sport and promote greater acceptance and […]
2024’s lineup for Winter Pride is gearing up to be one of the biggest yet, featuring an eclectic array of DJs, performers, and unique events set to transform Queenstown into a hub of LGBTQ+ celebration from 22 August to 1 September. This year’s festival not only highlights traditional pride festivities but also introduces innovative experiences […]
The Swedish parliament approved new legislation that allows individuals to change their gender at the age of 16 legally, a reduction from the previous age limit of 18. The parliament approved the new legislation with a substantial majority of 234 votes to 94, with 21 members either abstaining or absent. Set to be implemented in […]
The star of TVNZ’s new local drama Testify, Stacey Hayes, tells us what she learnt from a childhood living in New Zealand’s foster care system and her advice for the parents of trans teens. Where did you grow up, and what was your childhood like? I was born and raised in New Plymouth, and my […]
The Scottish Government has announced plans to enact a bill targeting misogyny, which will extend its protection to include trans women. This legislation, slated for introduction before the end of the current parliamentary session in 2026, aims to combat prejudice and violence against all women and girls. During an interview with BBC’s Good Morning Scotland, […]