'Startling' mental ill health rates in LGBTQI community Australians who identify as part of the LGBTQI community are significantly more likely to deal with mental health issues, a study has found. AAP · Oct 2
Call for LGBTQI teens to get stronger school protection A state review of suicide-related deaths is sparking calls for stronger protections for queer students in discrimination legislation. AAP · Sep 15
More police raids at LGBTQI nightlife hub spark outcry After a second raid on a city's most famously queer street in three months, police have again been accused of targeting marginalised communities. AAP · Sep 14
'Fatal impacts' feared for LGBTQI community due to cuts Advocacy groups have warned changes to the NDIS could force members of the LGBTQI community back into the closet. AAP · Aug 6
Raising hell: queer arts crew protest church eviction A LGBTIQ arts group that briefly resurrected a deconsecrated church is incensed after an arcane law was used to evict it in the name of religious freedom. AAP · Jul 25
NSW:Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community One of Australia's most recognised LGBTQI districts has been hit with multiple police raids, leaving the community feeling targeted by the force. AAP · Jun 19
NSW:Cops accused of over-policing famous LGBTQI district The LGBTQI community were left feeling unsafe and traumatised after police pushed, berated and searched patrons in one of Australia's most iconic queer areas. AAP · Jun 19
Police raids strain relations with LGBTQI community One of Australia's most recognised LGBTQI districts has been hit with multiple police raids, leaving the community feeling targeted by the force. AAP · Jun 19
FED:LGBTQI allies called on to help end domestic violence Shocking statistics show that three in five LGBTQI people have experienced intimate partner violence and often face multiple barriers to seeking help. AAP · May 28
LGBTQI allies called on to help end domestic violence Shocking statistics show that three in five LGBTQI people have experienced intimate partner violence and often face multiple barriers to seeking help. AAP · May 28
New rules allow more LGBTQI people to donate blood Thousands of gay and bisexual men and transgender people will be able to donate whole blood for the first time after changes to eligibility. AAP · Apr 20
Mardi Gras marchers rest feet after night of nights The task of cleaning up Sydney's streets after the biggest LGBTQI party of the year is under way after Mardi Gras revellers celebrated the festival's 48th year. AAP · Feb 28
Cancelled Mardi Gras party reflects broader money woes A decision by Mardi Gras organisers to cancel a key event has brought wider funding issues impacting many LGBTQI organisations into the spotlight. AAP · Feb 18
Rising costs force Mardi Gras to cancel official party An iconic LGBTQI festival has been forced to cancel its official party, with organisers concerned about its financial viability. AAP · Feb 3
AAP · Feb 2 LGBTQI workers face heightened discrimination at work LGBTQI people are one and a half times more likely to experience discrimination and harassment at work compared to those not in the LGBTQI community.
AAP · Feb 1 'Equality is non-negotiable': pride on show in streets Thousands have taken part in the Midsumma Pride March, celebrating LGBTQI arts and culture as a premier pledges to stand with the queer community.
AAP · Jan 27 'Cute boy': teacher guilty of procuring child for sex A former elite-school teacher's disturbingly graphic messages to a 15-year-old have been revealed as he was found guilty of procuring a child for sex.
AAP · Jan 14 LGBTQI Aussies still face structural barriers at work Major gaps in employment and work participation among LGBTQI Australians highlight ongoing structural inequalities in the job market.
AAP · Oct 29, 2025 Mardi Gras issues rallying call for next festival The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festival will return in February 2026, promising another season of pride, protest and celebration.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 Violence against women put in spotlight amid conflicts International approaches to ending gender-based violence will be examined as Australia welcomes delegates for the fifth world conference of women's shelters.
AAP · Aug 28, 2025 Young LGBTQI Aussies celebrate pride with bold colour Wear It Purple Day celebrates bold voices and bright futures in the LGBTQI community in the face of pressures on their rights, health and inclusion.
AAP · Jun 21, 2025 Coming out an 'indelible memory' with lasting impacts One in two LGBTQI young people experience parental rejection when they come out, an occurrence that can prompt years of shame and mental anguish.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2025 Spender hails ‘really positive sign’ on tax reform – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Jun 17, 2025 Boom in LGBTQI population after 'burst of acceptance' A spike in people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual or another sexual identity has been likened to the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 70s.
AAP · Jun 16, 2025 LGBTQI people carrying burden of sexual violence: study The first large-scale national study of experiences of sexual violence among LGBTQI Australians is prompting calls for better support services.