“The implication that ‘trans issues’ are up for debate deeply concerns me.”
Category: National
First long-acting HIV medication listed on PBS
Eligible people will be able to take the treatment just six times a year.
Labor Party promises funding for LGBTIQA+ people experiencing family violence
“The government has ignored the LGBTIQA+ community and the services they need completely.”
80% of women with HIV thought they were not at risk
Women are being urged to test regularly for HIV.
Morrison supports banning trans women from sports
The Prime Minister has backed a “terrific” move to exclude trans women.
Religious discrimination bill shelved after marathon government sitting
The controversial bill has been withdrawn.
Snap protests today against religious discrimination bill
Protest are being held around the country today to fight the bill.
‘Deeply disturbing’ homophobic bullying revealed at Rio Tinto
Huge numbers of employees have faced harassment and violence at work.
ACON CEO Nicolas Parkhill honoured with Order of Australia
Parkhill has been an advocate for HIV and LGBTIQA+ health for over three decades.
Teacher fired for ‘demonic’ marriage warns against religious discrimination bill
A Senate inquiry has heard schools “can and do” dismiss staff for being LGBTIQA+.
Event grant applications open for Mardi Gras viewing parties
$100,000 in grants will support venues around the country to celebrate Mardi Gras.
More gay blood donors could ease shortages, advocates say
Thousands more blood donors are needed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tasmania to suffer most under religious discrimination bill: advocates
The bill would have "a disastrous impact".
Aussie podcast shining light on HIV community and historical heroes
“Suddenly, we’ve all had to confront viruses.”
LGBTIQA+ people at greater risk of eating disorders: research
Three quarters of people with eating disorders are unable to seek help.
Self-collect tests to make cervical screening easy and private
“The tests are simple to do and are just as effective."
Australian brand challenging physical and psychological sex friction
drip is more than a new lube brand.
No vote on religious discrimination bill as Parliament adjourns
The Australian Government is divided over protections for LGBTIQA+ students.
People without Medicare receive funded access to HIV treatment
New cases of HIV have plummeted in Australia.
‘Completely unacceptable’: Religious discrimination bill inquiry promised
Critics have called the new draft of the bill "extreme and unnecessary".