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Fri 4 Aug 2023

Young Chinese-Pākehā actor confronts 'racial dysmorphia'
For the first time, Shervonne Grierson plays her very own ethnic identity in Nathan Joe's Losing Face which deals with the intersection of race and sexuality...
Links: Stuff
“How Big Is His Hole?”
Links: Express
Chilean Olympian Tomás González Comes Out As Gay
Links: Express
Homophobic Vandals Target Rainbow Crosswalk at Canadian Secondary During Pride Week
Links: Express
USA: Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Drives Leading Heart Specialist Out of His Home...
Links: Express

Thu 4 Aug 2022

Cinderella: 'a fine balance of joyful self-awareness'
The ambitious 'queer, feminist' ballet is simultaneously timeless in setting and contemporary in feel...
Links: Stuff
League legend Ian Roberts and his mentor Sir Graham Lowe on the Manly jersey debate
"I love being gay...
Links: NZ Herald
Question Time for 4 August 2022
GREG O'CONNOR to the Minister for Building and Construction: What recent reports has she received on competition in the market for residential building supplies? NICOLA WILLIS to the Minister of Revenue: Can he confirm that the reason overseas New Zealanders have received the cost of living payment is that "the Inland Revenue Department has a New Zealand address for that taxpayer rather than an overseas one"; if so, how many people does he estimate fail to change their address with Inland Revenue when they leave the country? CAMILLA BELICH to the Minister of Education: What support has the Government contributed to help schools to provide learning environments for their students that are warm, dry, and fit for purpose? Hon PAUL GOLDSMITH to the Minister of Justice: Does she stand by all her statements and policies? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Minister of Education: Does he agree with the Prime Minister's statement that "education is the greatest enabler in society"; if so, has he seen the People's Inquiry into Student Wellbeing, which found thousands of tertiary students are living in poverty? TAMATI COFFEY to the Minister for Maori Development: What recent reports has he seen on the Maori economy? BROOKE VAN VELDEN to the Minister of Housing: How many KiwiBuild houses were built in June 2022, if any, and was this more or less than the number of KiwiBuild houses built in January 2022? Hon LOUISE UPSTON to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Does she agree with the Prime Minister that "it does matter to us as a Labour Government that we have people in the dignity of work"; if so, why are over 50,000 more people receiving jobseeker support as at the June 2022 quarter compared to the September 2017 quarter? SHANAN HALBERT to the Associate Minister of Health: What announcement has the Government recently made about HIV? ERICA STANFORD to the Minister of Immigration: Does he stand by the former Minister's target of ten working days for job checks for Accredited Employer Work Visas; if so, can he confirm that only 20 percent have been processed in that time frame? TANGI UTIKERE to the Associate Minister of Education (Pacific Peoples): What recent work has the Government done to enhance Pacific languages and bilingual learning in Aotearoa? PENNY SIMMONDS to the Minister of Education: Does Te Pukenga have a detailed plan focused on the underlying financial issues facing some of its subsidiaries; if not, why not? ...
Links: RNZ
Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
Can Ian Foster save his All Black coaching career this weekend?...
Links: RNZ
The week that was with
Comedians Te Radar and Kathryn Burnett with a few laughs...
Links: RNZ
Demi Lovato Goes Back to ‘She/Her’ Pronouns
Links: Express
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Opens Up About Playing A Gay Character
Links: Express
UK: Police Warned To Not Strip At Gay Bar
Links: Express
USA: Biden Appoints Emergency Monkeypox Response Team
Links: Express

Wed 4 Aug 2021

Library of Congress archives PrideNZ.com (Wellington)
The United States Library of Congress has selected the pridenz.com website for preservation in the Library of Congress Web Archive.
Features: Gareth Watkins
Links: PrideNZ.com
Auckland gym City Kickboxing apologises for transphobic social media post
By RNZ A prominent Auckland gym has apologised for an Instagram post seen by many as transphobic...
Links: NZ Herald
Auckland streetwear company owner criticised for post about transgender Olympic weightlifter
Steve Hodge from Illicit Clothing made an Instagram post misgendering athlete Laurel Hubbard...
Links: Stuff
Prominent Auckland gym apologises for Instagram post
A prominent Auckland gym has apologised for an Instagram post seen by many as transphobic...
Links: RNZ
Tokyo Olympics 2020: Kiwi transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard hints at retirement after making Games history
Kiwi transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard has hinted at retirement in the wake of her groundbreaking appearance at the Tokyo Olympics this week...
Links: NZ Herald
Gold Medallist Facing Backlash Over Laurel Hubbard Tweet
Links: Express
Lady Gaga Confirms New Album Dropping This October
Links: Express
Matt Damon Says He Only Stopped Using F Slur For Gay...
Links: Express

Tue 4 Aug 2020

'Human Ken Doll' Jessica Alves' jaw-dropping bikini photo after $55K butt lift
Jessica Alves, also known as the "Human Ken Doll", has revealed her new look in a plunging black swimsuit, leaving her 1 million followers in awe...
Links: NZ Herald
Conway Beg named chair of Fiji Rugby to replace controversial Francis Kean
Former coach takes over after Francis Kean - once convicted of manslaughter - was accused of homophobia and interfering with team selections...
Links: Stuff
Midday Sports News for 4 August 2020
Halfback Blake Green has been released by the Warriors with immediate affect...
Links: RNZ
Ellen DeGeneres Threatens to Cancel Show After Being Forced to Apologise...
Links: Express
LGBT+ Syrians Facing Extreme Oppression From Both Government And ISIS
Links: Express
Pride Walks: The Gay Liberation Trail
Links: Express
Voting Enrolment Forms to Include ‘Gender Neutral’ Option
Links: Express

Sun 4 Aug 2019

Transgender designer slams Fashion Week's 'inclusivity' goal after it got her name wrong
A transgender Korean-Kiwi fashion designer is questioning the NZ Fashion Week's ability to be inclusive and diverse after organisers got her name wrong on its official programme...
Links: NZ Herald

Sat 4 Aug 2018

Existence of civil society is under threat
(CNS): The increasing repression of civil society was a major theme that emerged during the recently concluded 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) in Amsterdam...
Links: Scoop
Refugee escapes genocide to be given HIV 'death sentence' in New Zealand
Judith Mukakaynge survived genocide by hiding under dead people while killers with machetes prowled her village's streets...
Links: Stuff
Venus Envy Podcast: Are We There Yet in the sex industry?
In the forth part of Venus Envy - made in association with Are We There Yet?, the new women's suffrage and equality exhibition at Auckland Museum - Damaris Coulter, Annah Pickering and Nunu Davey talk about sex work and the law, activism, being trans in NZ, and the #metoo movement- why it doesn't apply to everyone...
Links: RNZ
Australian Study Highlights Greater Difficulty for Bisexual People to Come Out
Links: Express
The California Girl is Coming
Links: Express

Fri 4 Aug 2017

Born this way? Researchers explore the controversial science of gender identity
While US President Donald Trump has thrust transgender people back into the conflict between conservative and liberal values in the United States, geneticists are quietly working on a major research effort to unlock the secrets of gender identity...
Links: Stuff
TV's Man In An Orange Shirt takes on Britain's 'disheartening social history'
The emotional conflicts of a homosexual man in the 1940s and 50s being torn between a traditional family life and his love for another man are explored in the drama Man In An Orange Shirt...
Links: Stuff
Census without sexuality and gender question reflects “false reality”
Links: Express
Cook Islands set to decriminalise homosexuality
Links: Express
Retired Generals and Admirals protest trans troop ban
Links: Express
Snickers Launch New Rainbow Label to Promote LGBT+ Acceptance
Links: Express
Youth and Health Strong Focus of Labour’s New Rainbow Policy
Links: Express

Thu 4 Aug 2016

"Here come the gays! Come on my face!"
Brendan Barraclough Brendan Barraclough, based in Cambridge, is a gay man who works in the Waikato equestrian sector providing body treatment therapy to horses which ranges from working on aches and pains to trimming hooves...
Links: GayNZ.com
Carmen traffic light to be unveiled next week
A traffic light in honour of Carmen Rupe, is being unveiled on Cuba Street on Monday...
Links: GayNZ.com
In/Operational?
After reading Sarah's excellent article on No Pride in Prison's concerns over strip searches, I decided to have a look at the Department of Corrections' Prison Standard Operations Manual...
Links: GayNZ.com
Pride car launched in UK to deter hate crime
To show support for the LGBTI community, Police in Norfolk and Suffolk in the UK have launched a rainbow coloured patrol car...
Links: GayNZ.com
Story of gay WW2 soldier up for intl. recognition
The short film telling the story of a gay New Zealand World War Two solider is in the running to be named Project of the Month on the leading independent film site, IndieWire...
Links: GayNZ.com

Tue 4 Aug 2015

Home and Living: Home Finance Options
Links: Express
Home and Living: The Benefits of Building a New Home
Links: Express
Home and Living: When it Comes to Renovating – Leave it...
Links: Express
Re-Introducing Tom of Finland
Links: Express
Russian Police Round up and Detain Dozens of GLBT Activists
Links: Express
Games resignations over lack of confidence?
Ashley Barratt says the Outgames can still go ahead The Board of Auckland’s Asia Pacific Outgames is believed to have resigned en masse due to a lack of confidence in the Executive Committee to deliver...
Links: GayNZ.com

Mon 4 Aug 2014

Television item (New Zealand)
One News, ref: TZP448973.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
Award-Winning Young Talent
Links: Express
Editorial: Our Outrageous Icon
Links: Express
Failure to Protect GLBT Kids in our Schools
Links: Express
AIDS 2014 delegates seek Aus asylum
A number of delegates to Melbourne’s World AIDS conference are now seeking asylum in Australia...
Links: GayNZ.com
Aucklanders: Your pics are needed!
Auckland Council is in need of photos from various rainbow communities in Auckland, to assist with the illustration of a strategic framework the result of several "not your usual" hui held throughout Auckland last year...
Links: GayNZ.com
Making HIV notifiable won't impact privacy
Shaun Robinson says the proposed law is very clear about confidentiality...
Links: GayNZ.com
Making HIV notifiable won't impact privacy
Shaun Robinson says the proposed law is very clear about confidentiality...
Links: GayNZ.com
Nepal wants to recriminalize gay sex
Nepal has drafted a new law that would recriminalize gay sex...
Links: GayNZ.com

Sun 4 Aug 2013

Television item (New Zealand)
One News, ref: TZP434795.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
A Mr Gay World snapshot
Mr Gay NZ Chris Olwage is stretching the competition in Antwerp! The competitors have been busy so far - check out some of our favourite pics from the competition! GayNZ...
Links: GayNZ.com

Sat 4 Aug 2012

"Aroha" from NZAF as Strickland mourned
Mama Tere died yesterday from a suspected heart attack The New Zealand AIDS Foundation is sending "thoughts and aroha" to all those mourning one of its Life Members, "Mama" Tere Strickland, who died in Auckland yesterday...
Links: GayNZ.com
"Homosexuality isn't a choice Colin," Wall explains
Conservative Party leader Colin Craig has been given a schooling from Louisa Wall after claiming gay people are more likely to have been abused as children and being gay is a choice...
Links: GayNZ.com
Meet: Randa
Auckland rapper and alternative beatmaker Randa tells us all about himself to mark his show at the August Edition of queer women's night Proud Mary, where he is on the bill alongside The Larnach Monster and Alion...
Links: GayNZ.com
Strickland to lie at Otara's Whaiora Marae
Mama Tere Strickland will be laying at the Whaiora Marae in Otara from 5PM, as her family discusses whether she will be buried in Manukau or Kaikohe...
Links: GayNZ.com
Tasmanian Premier makes marriage vow
Lara Giddings Tasmania's premier Lara Giddings has pledged to enact laws allowing same-sex couples to marry...
Links: GayNZ.com

Thu 4 Aug 2011

Adoption laws not a priority for Power
Justice Minister Simon Power says updating adoption laws is not a priority...
Links: GayNZ.com
Charges laid over missing AUT funds
A 53-year-old man has been charged with false accounting and using a document, following a complaint of misappropriation of Auckland University of Technology funds...
Links: GayNZ.com
Kirkpatrick to plead guilty to AUT fraud
Jonathan Kirkpatrick The former partner of ex-Labour MP Tim Barnett has indicated he will plead guilty to $666,000 of fraud from Auckland University of Technology...
Links: GayNZ.com
Kylie: Your top 5
Event Cinemas are showing Kylie's 2011 Aphrodite Les Folies tour in 3D (check out www...
Links: GayNZ.com
Voluntary student membership Bill could pass
As Labour makes last gasp attempts at filibustering, ACT's Heather Roy may leave behind a legacy of voluntary student union membership after all...
Links: GayNZ.com

Wed 4 Aug 2010

Ambach appeal adjourned - full court report
5...
Links: GayNZ.com
Ambach appeal adjourned - full court report
5...
Links: GayNZ.com
Ambach's appeal hearing starts this afternoon
Ferdinand Ambach - NZ Herald 11...
Links: GayNZ.com
Gaga says she was born to make gay vids
Lady Gaga Lady Gaga says God put her on Earth to make gay videos...
Links: GayNZ.com
“I am not homophobic or aggressive" - Ambach
3...
Links: GayNZ.com

Tue 4 Aug 2009

The Crimes (Provocation Repeal) Amendment Bill is introduced in Parliament (New Zealand)
The Bill is introduced by the Minister for Justice, National MP Simon Power.
Links: Parliament
"Our Sophie" vs that horny old fag
The unsuccessful use of the provocation defence greatly moved the public and politicians yet a successful case against a gay-killer remained invisible...
Links: GayNZ.com

Mon 4 Aug 2008

Express editor and team made redundant
The staffing of long-running Auckland-based LGBT magazine Express is in flux as sources close to the publication advise that the entire editorial team has been made redundant...
Links: GayNZ.com
Kick up your heels for Dorothy's Sister
Look out, Doreen! It's been a full-on year of high camp at Ponsonby's fruitiest destination, so it's time to celebrate a first birthday with three nights of fabulosity… Party #1 – Friday 8 August 2008 Dress like Doreen Night! We're all jealous of Dorothy's Sister hostess Doreen and her effortless glamour – but who knew it was so easy to steal her look? GayNZ...
Links: GayNZ.com
Record profit for Sydney Mardi Gras
Sydney's Mardi Gras will announce a stunning profit of almost AUS$500,000 from event over the last year and a range of community donations at its upcoming Annual General Meeting...
Links: GayNZ.com

Sat 4 Aug 2007

"Shut down the internet" - Sir Elton John
Sir Elton John -- always ready with a shocking statement -- has done it again, telling the UK's Sun newspaper he'd like the entire internet closed down for a trial period...
Links: GayNZ.com
Barebacking and the Ghettoised Gay
Quite by coincidence, I was reading a book about medieval and Enlightenment eraJewish ghettos in Eastern Europe recently...
Links: GayNZ.com
Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary...
The New Zealand Catholic Bishops have been lumbered with an $8000 bill after unsuccessfully taking their case against C4's "Bloody Mary" episode to the High Court and losing...
Links: GayNZ.com
Moments of Gay Movie Magic
When a recent GayNZ...
Links: GayNZ.com

Fri 4 Aug 2006

Dunedin Pride set to
This year's Dunedin Pride Week kicks off on Saturday 26 August, promising a jam-packed schedule of fun, discussion and performance...
Links: GayNZ.com
Out Games: medals keep flowing for Kiwis
Kiwi athletes continue to add to their impressive haul at this year's Out Games in Montreal, Canada...
Links: GayNZ.com

Thu 4 Aug 2005

Television item (New Zealand)
Breakfast, ref: TZP308017.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
Big growth for Chch Out Takes Festival
The Out Takes gay and lesbian film festival has had another successful year, particularly in Christchurch, where an expanded programme and new venue saw a 35...
Links: GayNZ.com
Flesh fire still being investigated
The cause of a fire which devastated Auckland gay nightclub Flesh just before New Year's has still not been determined, although the blaze continues to be investigated by Auckland Central police...
Links: GayNZ.com
Synergy Queer Dance Party
A dance party with an entry fee under twenty bucks? Outside of a blue light disco (do they still have those?), it's not likely you'll find one, particularly one specifically targeted at gays and lesbians, but the organiser of this weekend's Synergy Party in Auckland, John Christie, has managed to do it...
Links: GayNZ.com

Wed 4 Aug 2004

Television item (Auckland, New Zealand)
One News, ref: TZP293120.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
Dunne still gay-bashing to no effect
United Future leader Peter Dunne is continuing his anti-gay 'pink think' rhetoric, despite the ideology doing nothing to lift his Christian-tinged party in the polls...
Links: GayNZ.com
Hero Fest's a goer but parade is looking doubtful
A newly-formulated Trust will soon take over Auckland's Hero Festival, but confusion over negotiations with AK05 means the much put-off Hero parade stands only a 50/50 chance of going ahead next February...
Links: GayNZ.com
Irreversible revisited
In June last year, I reviewed a film which I described as "the most brutally homophobic film ever released" and "provocative, dehumaning trash"...
Links: GayNZ.com
Murder accused's transsexual secrets
The man accused of murdering David McNee worked as a rent boy and had been in an eight-month relationship with a transsexual...
Links: GayNZ.com
Name suppression lifted in Hunt case
Police want to know more about the teenager accused of murdering 55-year-old stamp collector Robert Hunt in a frenzied stabbing attack at his home earlier this month...
Links: GayNZ.com

Mon 4 Aug 2003

Television news report: anger in South Africa about access to AIDS drugs (New Zealand)
One news, ref F59275.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
Jury knew about testimonies, says Goff
Justice Minister Phil Goff said last night that the jury was aware of the existence of "bizarre and fanciful" childrens' testimonies in the Peter Ellis case, even though the trial judge ruled against playing excerpts of those particular tapes...
Links: GayNZ.com
Website for Ellis transcripts
Publisher Barry Colman is setting up a website this week which will make available transcripts of all of the childrens' testimonies from the Peter Ellis case...
Links: GayNZ.com

Wed 4 Aug 1999

Television item (Christchurch, New Zealand)
One Network News, ref: TZP216560.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision

Fri 4 Aug 1995

Television item (Otago region, New Zealand)
Holmes, ref: TZP160186.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision

Fri 4 Aug 1989

The Motley Variety Of Humanity (Press, 4 August 1989)
On 4 August 1989, a review highlighted the documentary "The Night Workers," directed by Dave Gibson, which aired on Wednesday evening at 10. The film offered a deep look into the complex community of Wellington's red light district, particularly focusing on Vivian Street. Despite its entertainment aspects, the documentary stood...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Television item (New Zealand)
Rock Archives, ref: TZM5478.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision

Thu 4 Aug 1988

Fines Of $l500 For Assault (Press, 4 August 1988)
On 4 August 1988, Judge Fraser imposed fines totalling $1,500 on 21-year-old Martin Peter Wilson, who faced sentencing in the District Court after being convicted of two charges of assault. Of the total fine, $1,000 was designated for the complainant, Murray Jackson, who sustained a broken cheekbone requiring surgery. The...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Photographer Brian Brake dies (Auckland, New Zealand)
Links: Wikipedia

Tue 4 Aug 1987

Free Buses For Gay Partners (Press, 4 August 1987)
On 4 August 1987, a Wellington City Council committee made a significant decision by allowing free bus passes to the homosexual and lesbian partners of Tramways Union members, thus setting a national precedent. The initiative was brought forward by the union's secretary, Mr Henry Stubbs, who argued that the passes...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Invercargill Support For Mr Bolger Solid (Press, 4 August 1987)
On 4 August 1987, Opposition Leader Mr Bolger received a warm welcome during a public meeting in Invercargill, with over 900 attendees filling the hall. This positive reception contrasted sharply with the hostility he encountered at previous events in Dunedin that day, where he faced heckling and criticism. Mr Bolger...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Mon 4 Aug 1986

‘Floodgate Of Porn Allowed’ (Press, 4 August 1986)
On 4 August 1986, the Chief Film Censor of New Zealand, Arthur Everard, faced criticism from the Opposition's spokesman on internal affairs, Graeme Lee, regarding the increase in hardcore pornography available in the market. Lee claimed that the influx of pornographic videos had reached a "virtual floodgate" level, attributing this...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
‘Gays’ Urged To Seek Election (Press, 4 August 1986)
On 4 August 1986, John Morgan, a Labour candidate for the Wellington Hospital Board, publicly declared his homosexuality in a bid to enhance the visibility and acceptance of gay individuals in local politics. He stated that openly gay men should consider running for local body elections to foster greater public...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Decent Kiwi Joker Wanted (Press, 4 August 1986)
On 4 August 1986, the Otago University Students’ Association (OUSA) announced the creation of two new executive positions: the Decent Kiwi Joker and the Reasonable Man. This decision follows a previous unsuccessful attempt to establish a homosexual rights officer within the executive. Initiated by students Rodger Harwood and Mike Lloyd,...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Tv Airing For Ailing Film Industry (Press, 4 August 1986)
A season of New Zealand films is being showcased on television this week, offering viewers a chance to experience a variety of genres including mystery, action, drama, and real-life stories. From 4 to 8 August 1986, these films will air on Channel One, providing much-needed exposure for an industry currently...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Women’s Bookshop Makes A Move To Meet Demand (Press, 4 August 1986)
On 4 August 1986, the Kate Sheppard Bookshop in Christchurch, which focuses on books by and for women, celebrated its growth and success after facing numerous challenges since its inception four years prior. Initially opened by a group that included a nurse, a teacher, and a librarian, the shop struggled...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Sun 4 Aug 1985

Television news report: a look at rainbow people and how they live. (New Zealand)
Viewfinder, ref: TZP43097.
Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision

Sat 4 Aug 1984

'Boys In The Band’ (Press, 4 August 1984)
"The Boys in the Band," a play by Mart Crowley, has been directed by John Jeffries for the Riccarton Players and is showing at the Mill Theatre from 1 to 11 August 1984. The story unfolds in Michael's New York apartment during a birthday celebration for Harold, where a group...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Wed 4 Aug 1982

U.S. Prepares For Orgy Of Executions (Press, 4 August 1982)
Frank Coppola, a former policeman who killed a woman during a robbery in 1978, is scheduled for execution by electric chair on 10 August 1982 in Richmond, Virginia. This marks the fifth execution in the United States since the moratorium on capital punishment that began in 1967. Coppola has chosen...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Mon 4 Aug 1980

Condescending Commercials (Press, 4 August 1980)
On 4 August 1980, the discussion surrounding the depiction of women in advertising took centre stage, highlighting the traditional gender roles often portrayed in media. This conversation was sparked by an experiment conducted by Sam Rothenstein, a female director at the advertising firm D’Arcy MacManus and Masius, who tested two...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Sat 4 Aug 1979

Doctors Criticise M.p. (Press, 4 August 1979)
The New Zealand Medical Association has publicly condemned the practice of self-induced menstrual extraction as a means to terminate pregnancies. This decision was made during a council meeting held in Wellington, where a remit introduced by the Southland division opposed the practice. The council expressed concern over Member of Parliament...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Fri 4 Aug 1978

Youth And War (Press, 4 August 1978)
In a series of letters to the editor published on 4 August 1978, contributors expressed strong opinions regarding comments made by Mr G. Ferguson, the National Party candidate for the West Coast, about the implications of abortion on New Zealand's youth and national defence. Ferguson claimed that the 15,000 children...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Thu 4 Aug 1977

Dud Cheques Buy Thousands Of Dollars Of Comfort (Press, 4 August 1977)
On 4 August 1977, a series of cases were addressed in the local Magistrate's Court. A 21-year-old woman was remanded to 17 August after facing 14 charges of false pretence amounting to over $3470. She reportedly acquired electrical equipment, cassette players, groceries, air travel, and clothing from Christchurch stores using...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Warning To Parents Causes Confusion (Press, 4 August 1977)
In August 1977, concerns arose regarding an advertisement in "Health" magazine from Dr. S. L. Pugmire, the medical superintendent of Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital. The ad, which urged parents to seek medical advice for their teenage children exhibiting any of 14 specified "disorders," led to alarm among parents and bemusement...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Wed 4 Aug 1976

Privileges Cases (Press, 4 August 1976)
On 4 August 1976, the Wellington Parliament's Privileges Committee was scheduled to meet to discuss procedures related to three cases of alleged breaches of privileges involving Members of Parliament. The Under-Secretary for Trade and Industry, Mr K. R. Allen, the Leader of the Opposition, Mr Rowling, and Labour front bencher...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Fri 4 Aug 1967

Crown To Appeal (Press, 4 August 1967)
On 4 August 1967, it was reported that the Crown will appeal to the Supreme Court following a magistrate's recent decision to discharge two men who had pleaded guilty to charges related to homosexual acts. Crown Solicitor Mr C. M. Roper indicated that he had been instructed to file the...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Tue 4 Aug 1964

Boothby To Take Counsel’s Advice (Press, 4 August 1964)
On 2 August 1964, Lord Boothby announced that he had not yet made a decision regarding whether to sue Daily Mirror Newspapers, Ltd. His statement followed an article published in the “Sunday Times” that included allegations about his supposed homosexual relations with a London gang leader. In response to these...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Mon 4 Aug 1958

Woman’s Appeal Fails (Press, 4 August 1958)
On 3 August 1958, the Court of Appeal in Wellington dismissed the divorce petition of Mary Irene Maling from her husband, Paul Robert Harper Maling. The dismissal followed a previous ruling by Mr Justice McGregor, who refused the divorce based on allegations of sodomy against the husband. The case was...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
Politician Tim Barnett is born (Warwickshire, United Kingdom)
While in Parliament Barnett introduced the Prostitution Reform Act 2003 and was also heavily involved in the Civil Union Act 2004.
Links: PrideNZ.com, Wikipedia, Parliament

Sat 4 Aug 1917

The Unspeakable un Dirty, Diseased Degenerate Germany
On 4 August 1917, a scathing review of Henry de Halsalle’s book "Degenerate Germany" was published, characterized by its intense denunciation of German society and morality during World War I. De Halsalle aims to shatter the perception that Germans are generally benevolent people misled by authoritarian leaders, instead asserting that...
Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
The NZ Truth reports on homosexuality in Germany (Berlin, Germany)
The newspaper reports that 30,000 people with homo-sexual inclinations reside in Berlin, and that 90% of the males in the city have at one time or another, been afflicted with the "sexual disease".
Links: Papers Past

Tue 4 Aug 1908

The Crimes Act 1908 is enacted (New Zealand)
Section 153-154 (p.598) states that everyone is liable to life imprisonment with hard labour if convicted of buggery, and upto ten-years imprisonment with hard labour for a male convicted of indecently assaulting another male.
Links: Early New Zealand Statutes

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