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School takes stand against students' homophobic content
School criticises the actions of students who used homophobic language and images.
After three years attacking LGBTQ rights, Trump suddenly tries outreach
New York Times: LGBTQ advocates say the president has tried to divide their coalition.
Martin King: 'Our eyes met across the car park and we've been together ever since'
Winter Pride CEO Martin King advises on the best policy and practises around LGBT+ rights.
Trans law change won't happen, Govt says. But hurdles could be removed without it
But the minister says some hurdles can be overcome without a law change.
A half-century on, an unexpected milestone for US LGBTQ rights
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'We were second class citizens': Same-sex couples reflect on Civil Union Act 15 years on
The Civil Union Act passed on April 26, 2005, divided NZ politics and society at the time.
K Rd 'hate crime' attackers on film
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Cook Island's Pride Day to fight homosexual ban
Cook Islands LGBT community fights to have homosexuality removed from the Crimes Act.
Why police wouldn't walk couple home after homophobic attack
Police say there was a good reason.
Pride fun turns sour: Pair say cops refused to escort them after homophobic attack
"She looked me in the eye and said: 'I'm not going to do that'."
Brazil dancer breaks Carnival parade taboo
Transgender dancer fulfils a dream of feminine beauty nearly three decades old.
Anita Wigl'it: What travel has taught me
The drag queen and TV presenter gives her tips on flying in style
'Carry on the party!' - New Auckland PRIDE week emerges from police controversy
A new Pride society is starting a Viaduct Marina event - and uniformed police are welcome.
Lizzie Marvelly: Let's face it - who really needs a man?
COMMENT: The benefits of being in a relationship with a woman are numerous
Quidditch: The growing sport attracting LGBTQ athletes
'It's essentially the combination of rugby and dodgeball on a field at the same time.'
Map shows the riskiest destinations for LGBTQ travellers
Travelling has never been easier for LGBTQ tourists, but some risks are growing.
Auckland Pride moving on from parade debate
The LGBT festival returns in February for its eighth year.
Pride to return to Ponsonby as a walking parade in 2020
The rainbow walking parade will take place as part of the Ponsonby Street Festival.
The LGBTQ issue with the way we watch TV
There's a problem with representation of diversity on screen in 2019, writes Lee Suckling.
TJ Perenara: Is New Zealand ready for a gay All Black?
A number of All Blacks spoke out about Israel Folau - but is NZ ready for a gay All Black?
Singular 'they' looks like it's here to stay
Sam Smith declared he has decided to go by the non-binary pronouns they/them.
The reality of gay conversion therapy in New Zealand
I'm as surprised as you are that this is happening in New Zealand, writes Lee Suckling.
Star's fury over 'wildly invasive' sex question
Troye Sivan has called out New Zealand publication Gay Nation.
Miley is pansexual - that doesn't make her a villain
Miley's pansexuality has made way too many headlines lately. Here's why it doesn't matter.
Gay CEO: I was told my 'lifestyle' didn't fit
Kordia Group boss Scott Bartlett says stigma and bigotry are hindering the LGBT community.
Focus: Kordia CEO Scott Bartlett talks to the Herald about being an openly gay business leader
Earlier in August Scott Bartlett talked to the Herald about being an openly gay business leader in New Zealand. Video / Jason Oxenham
Spelling disaster: Fashion Week's 'inclusivity' goal slammed
NZ Fashion Week 2019 is being promoted as 'the most inclusive ever'.
Gay Chinese find a place to be themselves on 'Rainbow Cruise' to Vietnam
Workshops, talks and advice on LGBT issues are on offer during the cruise.