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Wed 30 Aug 2023

  • Sir Elton John Briefly Hospitalised after Mishap in France
    Links: Express
  • Uganda’s Harsh Homophobic Legislation Faces International Scrutiny Following First Major Case
    Links: Express

Tue 30 Aug 2022

  • Our Forgotten Epidemic. Part Four - How we lost so many (Aotearoa New Zealand)
    Our Forgotten Epidemic is a six-part series about Aotearoa New Zealands response to HIV and AIDS, and some of the many brave individuals who changed the course of history.
    Features: Bruce Kilmister, Jane Bruning, Jason Myers, Joe Rich, Karen Ritchie, Kate Leslie, Michael Bancroft, Michael Stevens, Rod Ellis-Pegler
    Links: PrideNZ.com
  • Black Ferns: Inspiring Future Generations
    Links: Express
  • Serbia: Belgrade Streets Littered With Anti-LGBTQ+ Protestors
    Links: Express
  • Wellington Stalwarts Scotty and Mal Win Absolutely Positive Award
    Links: Express

Mon 30 Aug 2021

  • Kiwis in Level 4 Lockdown: Karen Ritchie
    Links: Express
  • Queer Kiwis in Lockdown: Ben Payne
    Links: Express

Fri 30 Aug 2019

  • Friday's world news: What's making the headlines around the globe
    HK activist arrests, FARC returns to Colombia, UK Labour vows to stop no-deal Brexit, Trump launches US Space Command, Gay gene ruled out, and more...
    Links: RNZ
  • Lil Nas X first openly gay man to get CMA award nomination
    US musician Lil Nas X has become the first openly gay man to receive a Country Music Association Award nomination for the chart-topping 'Old Town Road (Remix)...
    Links: RNZ
  • There's no 'gay gene,' but genetics are linked to same-sex behavior, study says
    However genetics, along with environment, play a part in shaping sexuality, a massive new study shows...
    Links: Stuff
  • There's no 'gay gene,' but genetics are linked to same-sex behaviour, new study says
    There is no one gene that determines a person's sexual orientation, but genetics - along with environment - play a part in shaping sexuality, a massive new study shows...
    Links: NZ Herald
  • Troye Sivan slams NZ magazine's 'inappropriate', 'invasive' sex questions
    Sivan says Gay Express' questions about his sex life were "wildly invasive, strange and inappropriate​"...
    Links: Stuff

Thu 30 Aug 2018

  • The Pentagon, China, Brunei, LGBTI and Islamic Shariah Law
    By Richard S...
    Links: Scoop
  • The Power of P!NK
    Links: Express
  • Wellington Lights Up in Rainbows to Celebrate ILGA Conference
    Links: Express

Wed 30 Aug 2017

  • Annette King says having transgender ex-husband means she understands the community's needs
    Her first husband was transgender, so veteran Labour MP Annette King says she understands that group's "desperate need" for services...
    Links: Stuff
  • Annette King understands: 'I was married to a transgender person'
    Former Health Minister Annette King has told students that having once been married to a transgender person means she understands the need for more government support...
    Links: NZ Herald
  • NZ's first pro transgender wrestler aiming high
    By Carla Penman New Zealand's first professional transgender wrestler thinks the sky is the limit...
    Links: NZ Herald

Tue 30 Aug 2016

  • Call for Submissions on Petition to Reverse Historic Homosexual Convictions
    Links: Express
  • Theme Winner Announced for Auckland Pride 2017!
    Links: Express
  • Friendships and down-to-earth fun in Queenstown
    It's the socialising as much as the skiing that brings Mark Carrick back to Gay Ski Week QT year after year...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Hook-up culture to hit the stage
    The producer and founder of the Legacy Project is bringing the story of hook-up culture to Auckland’s The Basement Theatre...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Trump launches t-shirts for LGBTI supporters
    US presidential candidate Donald Trump is now selling rainbow t-shirts for LGBTI people to declare their support for him...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Sun 30 Aug 2015

  • Actress needed for new lesbian web series
    New Zealand is to have its first lesbian web series, and the team behind it is looking for someone to play the role of “a shy butch with a heart of gold”...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Ontario's sex education wars
    When it comes to what we may encounter further down the LGBT legislative reform, Canada is usually a fairly good indication on most fronts...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Outgames Update, August 30, 2015
    Outgames Update August 30, 2015 - 166 days to go It's been a while since we were able to talk with those working to revive the Asia Pacific Outgames 2016, still penciled in for Auckland in February...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Outgames Update, August 30, 2015
    Outgames Update August 30, 2015 - 166 days to go It's been a while since we were able to talk with those working to revive the Asia Pacific Outgames 2016, still penciled in for Auckland in February...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Samoan-English Sevens player comes out
    Samoan-English Sevens player Sam Stanley, nephew of an All Black great and a member of one of rugby’s most well-known families, has come out...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Sat 30 Aug 2014

  • Beauty, Youth and Beats – Legend Bar and Club
    Links: Express
  • Colourful Antics – Family Bar and Club
    Links: Express
  • Friday Frolics – Poof Bar
    Links: Express
  • "I regret that his jaw was broken"
    Gay Queenstown man Ricardo Edwards got off relatively lightly in court this week, with just a $500 fine for breaking a homophobic Australian man’s jaw when he punched him in a bar...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Chris Olwage prepares to hand title on
    Reigning Mr Gay World, New Zealand's Chris Olwage, says he is a bit “sad and tender” but “hopeful and proud” as he prepares to make way for a new title-holder...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Comment: The Fall of Judith Collins
    Lady Macbeth of Clevedon?! (With apologies to Shostakovich) In a dramatic development in New Zealand's election race, former Justice Minister Judith Collins has just resigned her portfolio, after revelations related to alleged misconduct related to appointments within the Serious Fraud Office...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Falcons give Hustlers run for their money
    Pic via Bingham Cup The New Zealand Falcons have put up a mighty challenge against one of the Bingham Cup favourites in the final match of initial pool play...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Internet Party's lgbti policies in the works
    Miriam Pierard says the party would “love to hear your opinions”...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • NZ Falcons in Bingham Bowl contention
    A runaway try from halfway The New Zealand Falcons have hammered the West Coast Phever to win a place in the semi-finals of the Bingham Bowl...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Updated: Judith Collins has resigned
    Justice Minister Judith Collins, who among many other things, has been accused of throwing transgender New Zealanders "under the bus" has resigned from Cabinet...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Fri 30 Aug 2013

  • "Fantastic dump of snow for Gay Ski Week
    Coronet Peak Queenstown's skifields have had a "fantastic dump" of fresh snow which has perfectly set the scene for Gay Ski Week which kicks off tomorrow...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Military's gay support group wins award
    Overwatch members march in this year's Auckland Pride Parade The support group for glbti employees of the NZ Defence Force has won the top award in this year's ANZ and EEO Trust Diversity Awards...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Robertson to Tamihere: Judge me on my politics
    Grant Robertson Despite his sexuality being a constant topic of questioning in a Radio Live interview this afternoon Labour leadership candidate Grant Robertson has reiterated that he's not standing as a gay man but as a politician with a jobs, homes and schools agenda...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Thu 30 Aug 2012

  • Television item (New Zealand)
    One News, ref: TZP418850.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
  • Television item (New Zealand)
    Te Karere, ref: TZP418821.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
  • Television item (New Zealand)
    Tagata Pasifika, ref: TZP420117.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
  • "We're only just getting started" - Queer Avengers
    Picture: GayNZ...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • "Who is on top" does matter, church says
    Auckland’s crusading St-Matthew-in-the-City is being chastised by Anglican Church leaders over its “we don’t care who’s on top” billboard, because they say they do care “who is on top”...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • 'Gay adoption' private members bill drawn
    Hot on the heels of the successful introduction to Parliament of a private member's bill to legalise same-sex marriage another private members bill, to address the issue of same sex adoption, has suddenly come out of the ballot...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Catholics Bishops ready to go into battle
    Catholic Bishops are preparing to make a submission on the marriage equality bill as they seek to keep marriage defined as being between one man and one woman...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Continuing the momentum
    While the Marriage Equality Bill passed its first reading on the night of August 29th, we need to be disciplined and focused on the next stages of the debate...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Continuing the momentum
    While the Marriage Equality Bill passed its first reading on the night of August 29th, we need to be disciplined and focused on the next stages of the debate...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Marriage equality "a positive step for Maori"
    Anton Blank from Ririki A Maori child advocacy agency says marriage equality would be a positive step for Maori children and whanau...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • National MP’s turnaround a pinnacle moment
    Paul Hutchison National MP Paul Hutchison revealed in last night’s debate he’d changed his mind and decided to vote for marriage equality, in what Bill author Louisa Wall says was the “most poignant moment” of the night...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • PM describes vote margin as overwhelming
    John Key, as promised, voted for the first reading of the Bill John Key has been taken by surprise by the two-to-one support for marriage equality in the first vote...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Victory celebrated, as groups look to next barrier
    A number of pro-equality groups are expressing delight Louisa Wall's marriage equality Bill has passed its first reading, while also pointing out there is a long way to go...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Mon 30 Aug 2010

  • "Exgay" movement in decline?
    It seems that the so-called 'exgay' movement is in global decline...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • "Homosexual cure" group denied charity status
    A Christian group which claims it can "cure homosexuality" has been denied charitable status...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Abuse and threats send Goulter into U-turn
    Jevan Goulter In the face of an onslaught of death threats and homophobic abuse, Whanganui mayoral candidate Jevan Goulter has made a self-professed "u-turn"...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Analysis: Australia - Land of Confusion?
    Why does the current Australian political landscape seem to resemble the soundtrack of the eighties Genesis classic, "Land of Confusion?" Well...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Emmy Awards: Opening skit
    YouTube - 30th August 2010...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Jane Lynch nabs Emmy, thanks wife
    Jane Lynch Lesbian actress Jane Lynch thanked her wife as she won an Emmy for her role in Glee...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Sat 30 Aug 2008

  • 2 AIDS Foundation Board members resign
    Two members of the NZ AIDS Foundation Board have resigned – one effective immediately and one to step down at the Foundation's next Annual General Meeting, planned for November...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Lessons from the Olympics
    Fit: Canadian Rhythmic Gymnast Alexandra Orlando The Olympics are over, and now I have to go back to watching Girls of the Playboy mansion, it's just not the same...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Lessons from the Olympics
    Fit: Canadian Rhythmic Gymnast Alexandra Orlando The Olympics are over, and now I have to go back to watching Girls of the Playboy mansion, it's just not the same...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • McCain's running-mate mixed on gay issues
    In a surprise move, US Republican Presidential candidate John McCain has announced his running mate will be Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska – a former beauty pageant queen with a mixed record of views on LGBT issues...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Same-sex dates to sign School Ball pledge
    Some New Zealand students are being prevented from taking same-sex partners to school balls unless they sign contracts confirming they are homosexual, says Rainbow Youth...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • TVNZ debate to tackle gay media
    The question 'How well does New Zealand's gay media serve its community?' will be addressed in a panel discussion to be transmitted on TVNZ's digital channel 7 this week...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Thu 30 Aug 2007

  • China: Cartoon cops patrol internet
    Police in China's capital say they will start patrolling the web using animated officers that pop up on a user's browser and walk, bike or drive across the screen warning them to stay away from illegal internet content - which includes LGBT sites...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Costly safe-sex ads spark NZDating debate
    The NZDating website has become the focus of heated discussion in New Zealand's online LGBT community and even a call to boycott the site, after the NZ AIDS Foundation revealed it spends over $3,500 weekly when advertising male-to-male safe sex messages with the site...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Email questions for GABA Mayoral Forum
    Several of Auckland Central's mayoral candidates will meet at the next Gay Auckland Business Association meeting - and GABA is now offering the chance to pose specific questions to them via email...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • HIV worker's ashes scattered on Mt Vic
    The ashes of a high profile Wellington HIV outreach and support volunteer have been scattered on Mt Victoria after he died of an AIDS-related illness...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Wed 30 Aug 2006

  • Television item (New Zealand)
    One News, ref: TZP331082.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision
  • Television news reports: Zimbabwean refugees may be allowed to remain in New Zealand even if they are HIV positive (New Zealand)
    One news, ref F95238 and TV3 news, ref F95240.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision (1), Nga Taonga Sound and Vision (2)
  • Clarkson lets rip with antigay attack
    National MP Bob Clarkson has let loose with a vitriolic attack on gays, saying they are not normal, there are too many in Parliament, and gay parades are as distasteful as picking your nose in public...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Tue 30 Aug 2005

  • Aspin resignation "a positive move"
    The resignation of NZ AIDS Foundation's first Maori chair, Dr Clive Aspin, from the board is viewed as a positive move for the Foundation by two previous NZAF chairs who were amongst the strongest critics of Aspin's brief chairmanship...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • NZAF: Pacific HIV 'storm' will impact NZ
    New Zealand will not be isolated from the impact of a surge in HIV in our neighbouring Pacific nations, the New Zealand AIDS Foundation is warning...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • On The Record 2005: Comments from the candidates
    A listing of glbt-related comments made by candidates and political parties in the lead-up to the 2005 general election...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Why the Blood Service doesn't want you
    Even in 2005, being a gay man automatically makes you unwelcome as a blood donor because it's feared you may have HIV...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Why the Blood Service doesn't want you
    Even in 2005, being a gay man automatically makes you unwelcome as a blood donor because it's feared you may have HIV...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Mon 30 Aug 2004

  • Gays go through partners "like water"
    Gays go through partners "like water", says TV church pastor Brian Tamaki, and their relationships don't last...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • Protests against Destiny in Wgtn and Dunedin
    Around 80 protesters picketed outside a Destiny service in Dunedin yesterday, protesting the television church's stance on gays and lesbians...
    Links: GayNZ.com
  • UF up in polls, continues gaybashing
    United Future is continuing to abuse gay and lesbian New Zealanders publicly, while their support begins to grow...
    Links: GayNZ.com

Sun 30 Aug 1998

  • Artist Toss Woollaston dies (Tasman region, New Zealand)
    Links: Te Ara

Wed 30 Aug 1995

Wed 30 Aug 1989

  • Aust. To A.i.d.s. Test Migrants (Press, 30 August 1989)
    On 30 August 1989, the Australian government announced new measures regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) for intending immigrants. The measures will require compulsory testing for HIV for those looking to immigrate to Australia, with the intention of rejecting most applicants who test positive for...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Tue 30 Aug 1988

  • Sexual Revolution Stirs Among China’s Young... (Press, 30 August 1988)
    In 1988, a sexual revolution began to emerge among China's youth, contrasting sharply with the country's historically puritanical values. Inspired by demonstrations at Peking University, there were calls for sexual freedom, as student protest posters proclaimed, “Allow free love, end the sexual repression of one billion people.” As concerns about...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
  • Women Advance A ‘more Civilised And Sophisticated... (Press, 30 August 1988)
    Wendy Traill, from Geraldine, has become only the second woman to winter over at Scott Base in its 30-year history. Traditionally assigned roles include cleaner and kitchen hand, but like the 11 male members of the team, she is also part of the fire crew. Ms Traill was offered the...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Sat 30 Aug 1986

  • Conscience Vote Remit Rejected (Press, 30 August 1986)
    At the Labour Party conference held on 29 August 1986 in Wellington, a decision was made to maintain the policy of allowing MPs to have a conscience vote on contentious issues. Chief Government Whip Dr Cullen argued against a motion to abandon this approach, emphasising that conscience votes provided an...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
  • Costly Changes In Education Approved (Press, 30 August 1986)
    At the Labour Party conference held in Wellington on 30 August 1986, a series of ambitious and costly education reforms were endorsed, despite opposition from the Minister of Education, Mr Marshall. He expressed concerns about the financial feasibility of these proposals, stating he had no clear idea about who would...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
  • Shocking Or Touching (Press, 30 August 1986)
    "Jewel's Dari," a half-hour film directed by Peter Wells, is set to air as part of the "About Face" series of independent New Zealand drama. Premiering on 31 August 1986, the film tells a poignant story focusing on two outsiders: a transvestite named Mandy, portrayed by Richard Hanna, and a...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
  • A Women's Studies conference is held (New Plymouth, New Zealand)

Fri 30 Aug 1985

  • “No Moral Utopia” (Press, 30 August 1985)
    In response to Neville M. Rush's criticism of the editorial "No moral Utopia," published on 24 August 1985, Letitia B. Onions from Wellington expresses concern that Mr Rush's fears of a supposed "alien and godless philosophy" from humanists are ironically mirrored by the fears humanists have about fundamentalists such as...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)
  • The national gay and lesbian Bigot Busters Conference is held (Wellington, New Zealand)
    Approximately 150 people attend the conference at Victoria University.
    Links: LAGANZ

Thu 30 Aug 1984

  • Television: The Auckland Blood Transfusion Service say that all precaution is taken to prevent patients from contracting AIDS, but that they can make no guarantees (Auckland, New Zealand)
    ref: TZP130997.
    Links: Nga Taonga Sound and Vision

Mon 30 Aug 1982

  • I Was Lying Says Ex-page (Press, 30 August 1982)
    In a significant revelation, Leroy Williams, an 18-year-old former Congressional page, publicly admitted on 30 August 1982 that he fabricated allegations regarding sexual relationships between Congress members and Congressional pages, which had led to a Federal investigation. Williams confessed during a news conference in Arkansas, expressing regret for his false...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Sat 30 Aug 1980

  • Cornucopia Of Maugham (Press, 30 August 1980)
    The biography "Somerset Maugham" by Ted Morgan, published by Jonathan Cape in 1980, presents an in-depth examination of the life and works of the celebrated writer Somerset Maugham. Reviewer Stephen Erber highlights the complexities of Maugham’s character and his tumultuous relationship with fame and literary recognition. Maugham, once a respected...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Mon 30 Aug 1976

  • Renee Richards In Tears (Press, 30 August 1976)
    On 30 August 1976, Dr Renee Richards, a notable figure in the world of tennis and a transsexual woman, experienced her first defeat since gaining public attention following her sex reassignment surgery. The loss occurred during a women's semi-final match at the Tennis Week Open, where she faced 17-year-old Lea...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Sat 30 Aug 1975

  • Mr Kirk—a Mixture Of Radical, Conservative (Press, 30 August 1975)
    Norman Kirk served as Prime Minister of New Zealand for 21 months, during which he was known for strongly influencing his Cabinet while dealing with the inexperience of his team and upholding high public expectations. Following his death in August 1974, Professor Keith Jackson, head of the political science department...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Wed 30 Aug 1961

  • Methodist Views On Homosexuality In N.z. (Press, 30 August 1961)
    On 30 August 1961, the Auckland and Otago-Southland Methodist Synods convened to discuss a national report on homosexuality, ultimately choosing not to adopt it. The Otago-Southland Synod rejected the report based on concerns that legalising homosexuality would lead to its acceptance as morally right, while the Auckland Synod acknowledged the...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

Mon 30 Aug 1954

  • Counsel For Parker (Press, 30 August 1954)
    The trial concerning two young girls, Juliet Hulme and Pauline Parker, is reaching its conclusion as defence counsel, Dr. Haslam, addresses the jury. He urges them to focus on the evidence presented and to set aside any personal feelings they may have developed regarding the case. Dr. Haslam acknowledges the...
    Links: Papers Past (on PrideNZ.com)

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