Category: News
Former Prime Minister the Right Honourable Helen Clark, has been announced as the guest speaker for the Rainbow Charitable Trust’s first major fundraising event since changing its name from the GABA Charitable Trust. The Rainbow Dinner and Auction fundraiser which will be held on Sunday the 9th of September at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland […]
A groundbreaking ruling made by the European Court of Justice, has made it compulsory for all member nations of the European Union (EU) to now give equal residency rights to spouses of the same-sex even if a country has not legalised same-sex marriage. “Although the member states have the freedom whether or not to authorise […]
In a move that has left LGBT+ rights groups speechless, the United States Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a Colorado baker who refused to bake a wedding cake for a gay wedding. Ruling 7-2 in favour of the anti-LGBT+ baker, the Court determined that the rights of Jack Phillips, who is the owner […]
Ever thought of having your say in Auckland’s Pride but couldn’t afford membership? Now is your time to ensure your voice is heard, with Auckland Pride announcing that membership is now free for all. Aiming to encourage even greater involvement from the rainbow community than in previous years, Auckland Pride’s announcement makes becoming a member […]
More reports of threats of violence towards LGBTI football fans planning to attend the next Football World Cup in Russia have surfaced, leaving many concerned for their safety should they attend. According to reports by the Mirror, Pride In Football, an alliance of LGBTI football fan groups in the United Kingdom, have received emails from […]
Is it really 27 years we have been publishing express? A third-of-a-lifetime? Yes, June is the last issue to be published by the original publishers or express, Cornerstone Publications Ltd. As of early June the new publishers, headed by Oliver Hall, take over. It all started with a 4-page pamphlet in 1991, called Man to Man, […]
It’s a real honour to be taking over the reins of express, a publication that has been a part of New Zealand history for 27 years! The new express team and I are so excited for this opportunity to celebrate our vibrant and talented community that over-represents in so many amazing fields. After meeting through […]
Trusties of the Cartier Trust, which was established to help families of individuals who had passed away from HIV have regrettably announced the Trusts closure, after 16-years of service to the community. Established in the memory of much-loved drag artist Courtney Cartier, who died in October 2000 of lymphatic cancer after living with HIV and […]