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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a new question on sexual orientation will be tested for the next census, partly reversing a government decision that caused widespread backlash this week. But advocates say the PM’s update isn’t clear enough, with no apparent commitment to the questions on gender identity and intersex status that are needed too. …
The Deputy Prime Minister has claimed the government’s decision to quietly axe new questions about sexuality and gender from the next census was made to avoid “divisive debates” on the issue. The federal government confirmed at the weekend that topics on sexuality and gender identity would not be added to the 2026 census. The decision …
Australian Immigration Minister Tony Burke plans to personally review the visa application of far-right, anti-trans influencer Candace Owens, ahead of a planned Australian speaking tour. Candace, who has millions of online followers, is selling tickets for the November tour. She’s planning speaking events in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide. The conservative influencer and commentator …
Minister for Equality Harriet Shing has announced Joe Ball as Victoria’s third Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. A proud transgender man and longstanding LGBTIQA+ advocate, Joe Ball has been announced as Victoria’s third LGBTIQA+ Commissioner this morning. “It is an immense honour and responsibility to be the next Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities,” Ball said. “I …
Counter-protesters have outnumbered attendees of a Melbourne anti-trans rally, disrupting speeches by blasting ABBA and the Vengaboys over large speakers. But Victoria Police said they were “disappointed” eggs and water balloons were thrown at organisers of the “Women Will Speak” rally on the steps of the state’s Parliament House in Melbourne on Saturday afternoon.
A large crowd have turned out for the official opening of the Inner West Pride Centre in the inner west Sydney suburb of Newtown. The centre is at 1 Bedford Street, inside the newly-renovated Newtown Town Hall, and will offer a range of support services and event space for the LGBTQIA+ community. At a rainbow …
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