LifestyleAwa Puna on coming out as trans: 'Accepting myself saved me'Awa Puna tells The Upside podcast about expressing her identity through filmmaking.24 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandRainbow signs celebrate village's inclusivity'Rainbow colours are a symbol of inclusion, and that means so much for our residents.'15 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan pleads guilty, will pay $16k for K Rd rainbow crossing vandalismFord O'Connor is married to Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki's granddaughter.14 Apr 10:45 PM
New ZealandTrans young people: Govt won’t say if it will follow British move to ban puberty blockersPuberty blockers are being restricted overseas due to issues around safety.11 Apr 03:08 AM
New ZealandInclusive youth holiday programme comes to HamiltonApplications are now open for the 2024 To the Front Kirikiriroa youth music programme.04 Apr 07:14 PM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki plans to sue councils over ratepayer-funded rainbow projectsA lawyer specialising in local government says Tamaki has little ground to stand on.04 Apr 04:01 AM
WorldPolice receive complaints against Harry Potter author after trans tweetsBut they will not be taking any action against J.K. Rowling.02 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandFew chances to be yourself says Rainbow community memberRainbow Hub Waikato is designed as a safe place for the LGBTQIA+ community.02 Apr 01:24 AM
New ZealandRainbow activist describes being 'cornered' and allegedly assaulted by Destiny Church membersThe pride flag was raised after two rainbow crossings were painted out this week.31 Mar 07:05 AM
New ZealandWatch: Full video emerges of 'hate crime' vandalism of Auckland's rainbow crossingHooded and masked vandals can be seen filming themselves painting over rainbow crossing.28 Mar 08:03 PM
New ZealandWatch: Moment K Rd is covered in white paint by vandalsPolice said they were treating the incident as a 'hate crime'.28 Mar 06:10 AM
New Zealand'Hate crime': Police conduct search warrant in Auckland after rainbow crossing vandalisedPolice said they were treating the incident as a 'hate crime'.28 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandRainbow crossing vandals: Photos released of Auckland suspectsIt comes after Gisborne's rainbow crossing was painted over by protesters.27 Mar 07:53 PM
VideoFocus: Rainbow crossing on K Rd painted overA rainbow crossing celebrating the LGBTQI+ community on Auckland's Karangahape Rd has been painted over following a similar action in Gisborne by Destiny Church members. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Mar 07:04 PM
New Zealand'Bordering on blackmail': Council candidate defends leaked email to potential future colleaguesNgahuka says vow to 'name and shame' councillors for 'pro-perversion' wasn't threatening.27 Mar 04:27 AM
New ZealandGisborne rainbow crossing restored after Destiny churchgoers paint it white'We’re thrilled the rainbow crossing was repainted overnight' - Mayor.27 Mar 01:06 AM
New Zealand'Hard to stomach': Rainbow Storytime event in Hastings cancelledAn event in Rotorua was cancelled and another in Gisborne drew heated criticism.26 Mar 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Arrest us': Protesters clash after Destiny Church members paint over rainbow crossingRehette Stoltz says she plans to seek reparations from the group.25 Mar 09:29 PM
WorldCop accused of Sydney couple's murder sacked from forceBeau Lamarre-Condon, 28, is being held in custody after being charged with murder.21 Mar 11:55 PM
WorldAustralian youth crime, conversion laws pass in late-night sittingThe tougher bail laws will make it harder for older children to be released.21 Mar 10:25 PM
New ZealandHastings library vows to go ahead with Rainbow Storytime amid Brian Tamaki protest threatsThe event has been subject to protests and even a cancellation in other cities.21 Mar 09:02 PM
New ZealandAnti-trans rant and abuse of MP disrupts select committeeA member of the public has momentarily derailed a parliamentary select committee.20 Mar 11:47 PM
New ZealandJoy not hate the theme for Taupō rainbow eventThe family-friendly event returns for its second year, with even more on offer.20 Mar 10:30 PM
New ZealandDrag and dressage among Taupō events this weekFind out what's happening in Taupō and Tūrangi this week.19 Mar 03:05 AM
New ZealandGrant Robertson says his sexuality was a 'factor' in unsuccessful leadership bidsHe is set to give his departing address in Parliament this week.16 Mar 10:38 PM
FootballTrailblazing gay Australian footballer announces engagementJosh Cavallo came out in 2021 as the then-only openly gay active footballer.14 Mar 08:21 PM
EntertainmentReview: Hyper-sexual neo-noir Love Lies Bleeding is peak Kristen StewartThe urge to make yourself big — with weights, drugs, love — reverberates through the film.14 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei Pride Parade about visibility and celebrating rainbow communityEveryone is invited to come to the parade and fair on Sunday.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandJudith Hobson speaks about protest assaultCitizen journalist Simon Anderson interviews Judith Hobson, who was the victim of an assault during an LGBTQ rights activist protest. Video / Alyse Wright / Jason DordayWatch04 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldMemories of allegedly murdered men marked in Mardi GrasMardi Gras marchers wore rainbow kangaroos on their shirts behind a Qantas float.02 Mar 11:51 PM
WorldSydney double murder sparks Police backlash, tensions ahead of Mardi GrasNew South Wales Police faced calls not to march in the LGBTQIA+ celebration.29 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldCop hands himself in after ex-TV presenter and boyfriend vanish from 'blood-smeared' Sydney houseMedia outlets reported the 29-year-old cop was a former celebrity blogger.22 Feb 11:26 PM
EntertainmentSpy: Has RuPaul ditched Drag Race Down Under?Speculation is rife that the superstar might not make it to New Zealand for filming.22 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandPride Week: Support for diversity 'improving slowly' in TaurangaBusinesses and organisations are supporting Tauranga Pride Week.20 Feb 12:46 AM