Katter: Anti-gay ad was a mistake
By Matt Akersten 22nd May, 2012
We've known for months that Bob Katter's anti-marriage equality ad in the run-up to Queensland's election was upsetting nonsense, and at last he's admitted it.
Sydney Film Festival flies international rainbow flag
By jamesbesanvalle 22nd May, 2012
The 59th annual Sydney Film Festival is gearing up to showcase some more amazing local and international talent.
Darwin to host 2014 Outgames
By Matt Akersten 21st May, 2012
Darwin has been selected as the city to host the 3rd Asia Pacific Outgames in May 2014.
WIN your way to Vivid Sydney
By SSHQ 21st May, 2012
In one of the most exciting competitions we've ever run, Same Same is giving you the chance to wing your way to the amazing upcoming Vivid Sydney festival with flights, accommodation and tickets to the most sought-after sold-out events.
Hey Tony, your MPs and voters want their say
By Matt Akersten 20th May, 2012
Tony Abbott's MPs want to decide for themselves whether to vote for marriage equality or not – and are challenging the opposition leader to grant them a conscience vote on the issue, like Gillard's Labor Party has done.
WIN your chance to see 'Bob Bieber'!
By SSHQ 18th May, 2012
Yes, he's modernised his hair for 2012 – he clearly asked his stylist for a 'Justin Bieber' or 'One Direction' do – but Prince of Polyester Bob Downe's golden great hits haven't changed a bit.
Visiting gay rights activist for next Q&A
By Matt Akersten 17th May, 2012
Next Monday's live Q&A panel will feature visiting author and gay rights activist Masha Gessen, who's here for the Sydney Writers' Festival where she's set to debate whether the LGBT community really needs marriage equality.
Patrick Wolf for Oz in September
By Matt Akersten 17th May, 2012
This September will see the return of charismatic musician Patrick Wolf to our fine shores for a series of very special acoustic performances in five cities.
Congrats to the new Harbour City Bear winner!
By Matt Akersten 16th May, 2012
Sydney's bear buddies found their new king at the weekend, after putting six hirsute contestants through their paces.
Marking International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
By chadstjames 16th May, 2012
On Thursday the 17th of May all over the world people will be marking International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO). Here's what's happening locally.
Rugger boys ready for Full Monty
By jamesbesanvalle 15th May, 2012
Rugger Bugger is back for another Full Monty fundraiser night at the Midnight Shift.
Penny Wong: "I know what my family is worth"
By Matt Akersten 15th May, 2012
Last night's live Q&A program ended with Australia's Finance Minister defending herself against the idea that her same-sex relationship is not "the best circumstances" to raise her young child in.
Were you snapped at your local marriage march?
By Matt Akersten 14th May, 2012
Buoyed by Barack Obama's new support of marriage equality, Equal Love marches around Australia attracted colourful crowds at the weekend and no shortage of media crews keen to capture the action.
Alex says 'I do' in Argentina
By Matt Akersten 14th May, 2012
"Our wedding has been the happiest day of my life and I will return to Australia more energized than ever before to achieve marriage equality."
Anti-gay hatemail hits Melbourne streets
By Matt Akersten 11th May, 2012
Residents of Melbourne are disgusted that "nasty, discriminating hatemail" has arrived unsolicited into their mailboxes this week.
Woof! Will this real Aussie dog become an iPad star?
By Matt Akersten 11th May, 2012
A multi-media artist in San Francisco is hoping to make this Aussie mutt with two dads into a kids' book superstar.
Time to evolve now too, Julia!
By SSHQ 10th May, 2012
Australia's marriage equality advocates say President Barack Obama's "evolved" support for same-sex marriage today puts pressure on our leaders to do the same.
New gay senator doesn't support same-sex marriage
By chadstjames 9th May, 2012
Dean Smith has been sworn into the Australian Senate - he's openly gay but doesn't support same-sex marriage.
