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QNews is a community platform that celebrates stories, people, and queer voices that are emerging and inspiring. We range in topics from pop culture, politics, and news, all through the lens of today’s LGBTIQA+ communities.
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QNews – Brisbane protest rally calls out Queensland trans treatment ban

Over 100 people have marched through the Brisbane CBD to protest the Queensland government’s trans youth hormone ban, the Trump administration and the rise of anti-trans policies around the world. Activist group Equal Love Brisbane called the snap rally on Friday night (January 31), which brought protesters to King George Square and the streets of …

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QNews – Health Minister Mark Butler announces review of trans care

The Australian government has announced an expert national review of healthcare for trans and gender-diverse Australians, as backlash grows over the Queensland government suspending hormone treatments for young people. Federal Health Minister Mark Butler said the review would develop new national guidelines for the treatment of trans and gender-diverse children and adolescents in Australia. He …

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QNews – Queensland halts hormone therapies for trans youth

The Queensland government has been criticised for halting any new patients under 18 from accessing puberty blockers and hormone treatments in the state’s health system. LNP Health Minister Tim Nicholls (above) announced the immediate “pause” on Tuesday, alongside a new review into stage one and two hormone therapies for children and adolescents with gender dysphoria. …

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QNews – Transgender Victoria withdraws from Midsumma Pride March amidst concerns

Transgender Victoria announces its withdrawal from the 2025 Midsumma Pride March after community feedback concerning police engagement. Victoria’s leading body for transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary communities has made the decision to withdraw from the 2025 Midsumma Pride March. Transgender Victoria CEO Dr. Son Vivienne announced the decision today on social media. Vivienne stated that …

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QNews – Meta says its ok to say LGBTQIA+ people are mentally ill

Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta made headlines around the world when it announced it was ditching fact checking this week, but it has also updated its “Hateful Conduct” policy to green-light a range of hate speech towards LGBTQIA+ people. Meta announced a series of major updates to its content moderation policies on Tuesday, including …

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