TransAction – Repurposing Rage
When it feels like the world is against you, it's instinctual to attack back, but Judy Virago says the key to victory is building...
Being Called ‘A Fa**ot’ In Public
What does it mean when a stranger shouts the f-word at a queer person in the street? Michael Stevens examines the impact.
“Ya stupid faggot!”...
Gay Intimate Partner Violence
When one thinks about Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also commonly referred to as domestic violence, the image that most people assume is one of...
Representing the Real Rainbow
Yesterday it was Westpac, today it's Vodafone - as supporters flee the Auckland Pride Parade; Michael Stevens surveys the damage and explains why the...
Shanan Halbert: Speak Up On Puberty Blockers To Protect Our Trans And Non-Binary Rangatahi
Labour’s spokesperson for Rainbow Issues, Shanan Halbert, stands firm on puberty blocker access.
New Zealand has now had a year of the coalition government, and...
A History of Pride in New Zealand
Michael Stevens reflects on the ever-changing face of Pride in Aotearoa and longs to be able to gather again.
Happy Pride! Even though it is...
From The Editor
I feel very proud of this issue and am really excited to have Colin Mathura-Jeffree on the cover, shot by the gorgeous Danilo Santana...
Eurovision: The Case Study of Successful Gay Lobbying
This 25 years old singing contest has seen many weird and wonderful acts; it inspired Lady Gaga and launched into the stardom ABBA and...