Opinion | No Book, No Buzz: Kirralie Smith’s Upcoming NZ Visit
Craig Young believes Kirralie Smith’s Low-Key NZ Tour is a sign of the Christian Right's shrinking influence in New Zealand.
Regular readers will be aware...
The Books That Helped Me Understand My Trans Identity
Jennifer Shields gives a personal reflection on the impact trans literature has had on her, highlighting key books from Imogen Binnie, Emily St. James,...
Opinion: A Political Turning Point for Post-Election Australia
Albanese won big, Peter Dutton lost his seat, and the Liberal Party elected its first female leader, Sussan Ley. Meanwhile, anti-trans politics flopped, and...
Opinion: Sex, Scandal, and Political Fallout in Aotearoa
Craig Young explores the long history of sex scandals in New Zealand politics—from consensual affairs to criminal acts—and asks what the Michael Forbes resignation...
Corporate Pride: Where Have All the Rainbows Gone?
Jessie Lewthwaite reflects on her first corporate Pride and questions why major brands are scaling back in 2025. Is this the end of rainbow...
YouTube Content Leads to Further Action Against Former TVNZ Host
New Zealand’s Health Tribunal has fined former doctor Samantha Bailey over YouTube videos disputing the existence and transmission of HIV, citing public health risks...
Opinion: Family First’s 2025 Forum Reignites Debate Over Anti-LGBTQI+ Speakers
Craig Young shares his views on public concern over the Family First event featuring controversial activists.
Family First has re-emerged with its annual Forum on...
Global Attacks on Trans Rights: A Wake-Up Call for Aotearoa
As trans communities in the US and UK face a surge in anti-rights legislation, Jennifer Shields urges Aotearoa to take heed—these global trends carry...
