Category: Out & About
G.A.Y is celebrating this October with URGE’s steamy Underwear Party on Labour Day (26) and their infamous Halloween extravaganza on All Hallows’ Eve (31). With the chaotic Pink Pony upstairs, hostesses Eclipsa (Fridays) and Nivalia (Saturdays), and DJs Hamish and James, the vibe is spooky camp, frightening glamour, and ghostly unapologetic queer celebration. Photos | […]
Auckland’s legendary queer playground, Family Bar & Club, is always the place where the night refuses to end. From the throb of Karangahape Road to the packed dancefloor inside, Family is where rainbow whānau and allies alike come together for unapologetic fun, outrageous fashion, and more than a few shots of tequila. The real magic […]
Saturday nights at Family Bar are everything you’d hope for — bold, brilliant, and bursting with queer joy. On 6 September, Auckland’s iconic LGBTQ+ venue lit up with thumping beats, fearless fashion, and a full dancefloor of chosen family. From head-to-toe looks to spontaneous voguing and sweaty hugs under disco lights, the vibes were high-energy […]
K-Road was humming on Saturday, 6 September, and Eagle Bar was right at the heart of it. Known for its friendly vibe, cold drinks, and cruisy charm, Eagle drew in locals and visitors alike for a night of connection, conversation, and classic tunes. From cheers at the bar to laughs on the patio, the energy […]
K-Road came alive on Saturday, the 6th of September, as G.A.Y Bar once again proved why it’s one of the city’s most unapologetically queer playgrounds. The dancefloor pulsed under the glow of neon, sequins caught the light like fireworks, and Auckland’s rainbow whānau turned up in full force to serve looks, laughter, and late-night joy. […]
The 2025 Purchas Cup delivered two days of unforgettable rugby action — and our sideline snaps capture just how electric the atmosphere truly was. Held at Auckland’s Western Springs Stadium, this year’s tournament wasn’t just about competition — it was about legacy, pride, and a few firsts that will go down in history. Brisbane Hustlers […]
On Sunday 31 August, Auckland’s Karangahape Road was awash with sequins, beats, and emotion as Family Bar marked its 20th anniversary in spectacular fashion. The iconic venue, renowned as Aotearoa’s longest-running LGBTQ+ bar, welcomed hundreds of partygoers through its doors for a night filled with nostalgia, love, and pride. From the moment the music started, […]
Queenstown lit up with colour, connection, and unapologetic queer joy during Winter Pride 2025, and our camera lenses were there to catch it all. From the glitter-drenched dance floors to heartfelt hugs on the mountain, these images capture the magic, spirit, and fierce pride that defined the week. Festival organiser Sam Coulthard described this year’s […]