Mardi Gras: parade at SCG to proceed – but party may yet be cancelled, says Kruger
“Mardi Gras saves lives. That’s why the show must go on.” The Sentinel sits down with Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Albert Kruger.
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Triple X: the true story of a transamorous love story told through comedy
Gary Nunn reviews the much anticipated Triple X by Glace Chase, a self referential play about toxic masculinity and transamorous attraction.
HIV/AIDS – the neglected pandemic
Despite a narrative which contends that HIV is ‘under control’, the pandemic still rages across the globe and the quality of life for many people living with HIV remains poor, writes James May.
Gay activist alleges police intimidation at rally
Sydney LGBTQI activist Gary Burns has alleged he was treated in an aggressive and hostile manner by NSW Police at the recent Trans Day of Resistance Rally in Newtown.
Govt report recommends more support for LGBTIQ+ and SGD mental health, suicide prevention
The federal government has released its long awaited Mental Health and Suicide Prevention report, which proposes more funding for services that assist LGBTIQ+ and SGD people, among other recommendations.
On coming out in style with Penelope Pettigrew
The Voice Australia star Penelope Pettigrew speaks to the Sentinel about bisexuality, visibility and bold plans for the future, as she releases a brand new single.
SCG to host the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade in 2022
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade will be back at the SCG next year.
Learn and exercise on the Feminist Walking Tour
The Feminist Walking Tour on 7 November will be an opportunity to show support for and learn about women’s, LGBTQI+ and Aboriginal rights and struggles.
ARQ Sydney for sale: at what point do we say no to ‘development’?
The end of an era is nigh, with Australia’s biggest gay nightclub up for sale. ‘I want my gay village back,’ writes Gary Nunn in reply.
Morrison Government pushes on Religious Discrimination Bill
The Religious Discrimination Bill is back on the parliamentary agenda, to the potential detriment of LGBTQ!+ people, women, minority faith communities and people with disabilities.
A queer writers’ festival at last
The inaugural EnQueer – Sydney Queer Writers’ Festival will provide a much needed space for the queer literati.
Linda Scott: ‘My sister spurred me into politics’
City of Sydney Councillor Linda Scott on her campaign to be Lord Mayor – and why she’s lucky to have a sister born with a disability.
Meet Sydney’s most colourful characters
Gary Nunn introduces us to some of Sydney’s most colourful eccentrics, free spirits and one-offs: the characters who give Sydney its personality, colour and flair.
Mardi Gras appoints First Nations & Community Engagement Officer
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has appointed a First Nations & Community Engagement Officer in a bid to be more inclusive of Indigenous Australians.
Greens call for public toilets with free pads and tampons across Inner West
The Greens have called for more public toilets across Sydney’s Inner West and for the facilities to offer free sanitary products.