Category: News

Feb 07
US Lawmakers Propose Ban on Transgender Women in Olympic-Level Sports

Florida Congressman Greg Steube and Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville have unveiled a new bill aiming to ban transgender women from participating in any sports team recognised by the US Olympic Committee, potentially impacting amateur competitions as well. Titled the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, the legislation is reportedly in response to […]

Feb 07
Visibility and Inclusion: LGBTQ+ Graduates Set New Standards for Employers

A recent study by the LGBTQ+ employment platform myGwork has brought to light a significant trend among the younger generation entering the workforce: a third of students and graduates now identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. This demographic shift underscores the increasing diversity in sexual orientations and gender identities among Gen Z, poised to reshape workplace […]

Feb 06
Tri-Nations Party’s Sexiest Pics

Tri-Nations Party featured DJ sets from Australia’s DJ Galleon, Auckland’s James Leuii and URGE Event’s own Everett Wayne. One of the biggest parties of Bear NZ Week 2024! Photos | Jasmin Sheikh. Saturday 3 February Phoenix, Level 1, 258 K Road.

Feb 06
Pics | Furry Fun At Mr Bear New Zealand 2024 Part Two

Mr Bear New Zealand 2024 competition took place on Friday 2 February at Auckland’s Pheonix (Level 1, 258 K Road) as part of Bear New Zealand Week. Tia ‘Bear’ Walters was crowned this year’s Mr Bear New Zealand, beating out competition from Corrie Ekermans and Chris Rain. Photos | Jasmin Sheikh.

Feb 06
Mr Bear New Zealand 2024 Competition’s Hottest Pics Part One

Mr Bear New Zealand 2024 competition took place on Friday 2 February at Auckland’s Pheonix (Level 1, 258 K Road) as part of Bear New Zealand Week. Tia ‘Bear’ Walters was crowned this year’s Mr Bear New Zealand, beating out competition from Corrie Ekermans and Chris Rain. Photos | Jasmin Sheikh.

Feb 05
Mapping Safety: Which US States Protect LGBTQ+ Rights the Best?

The Movement Advancement Project (MAP), an independent think tank in the United States, has unveiled a comprehensive, interactive map detailing the level of safety and legal protections available to LGBTQ+ individuals nationwide. This innovative tool evaluates states based on various legal and policy criteria critical to the LGBTQ+ community, including relationship recognition, nondiscrimination protections, healthcare […]

Feb 02
What could a Chloe Swarbrick led Green Party look like?

Chloe Swarbrick, the openly bisexual Auckland Central MP, is the front-runner to become the Green Party’s new co-leader. Craig Young examines what the youngest co-leader of the Greens could mean for the party’s success.  At the last general election, the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand became the third largest party in New Zealand politics. […]

Feb 02
Exclusive: Will RuPaul Sashay Away From Drag Race Down Under Season 4?

Drag Race Down Under begins filming in Auckland this month, but with US book tour dates booked, will RuPaul make it to NZ? YOUR EX has the answer, plus all the Season 4 gossip and rumours! Exclusive sources tell YOUR EX that Australian contestants on Season 4 of RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under will fly […]