A grand welcome to the world from Sydney
Ahead of the highly anticipated World Pride 2023, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras invited the community to create a giant human Progress Pride Flag, writes queer editor Brandon Bear.
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“How many ‘suicides’ were actually gay hate murders?”: Michael Burge
With the recent high-profile conviction of Scott Johnson’s killer, the themes of Michael Burge’s debut novel “Tank Water” couldn’t be more timely. The Sentinel spoke to the author and journalist ahead of his appearance at the Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival.
Alter Boy aligns queer, deaf and hard of hearing experiences with music in stunning Vivid show
“Queerlectro” pop collective Alter Boy performed a unique and powerful Vivid Sydney set at Carriageworks, reports arts and entertainment editor Tahli Blackman.
HIV/AIDS: why we still need to ACT UP
Finding a cure should be front and centre of our national response to HIV – but unfortunately it is not, writes James May, who has been living with the virus for over 20 years.
Older LGBTQIA+ storytellers to benefit from new writing program
A new program at Varuna – the National Writers’ House hopes to unearth stories from older LGBTQIA+ people. Brandon Bear reports.
Sydney Pride 2022 features a packed season of events
With Pride Month beginning and the Sydney Pride Festival kicking off, queer editor Brandon Bear highlights the exciting events of the season.
What it’s like to be a volunteer in a high-stakes election campaign
Ahead of the 2022 federal election, The Sentinel sat down with three election volunteers to take a peek into what’s it’s like to help out during an election campaign.
LGBTIQ+ voters take their concerns to the polling booth
A new survey highlights the fact that issues of importance to the LGBTIQ+ community and their allies can and will help influence the 2022 federal election outcome.
Meet the woman vying to be Australia’s first transgender parliamentarian
Hannah Maher is a proud transgender woman running as a NSW Senate candidate for the Reason Party in the federal election. She tells Brandon Bear how her candidacy was inspired by her trans journey and growing up in the bush.
“I’m more in love than ever. And ready to run for State Parliament”: Christine Forster
EXCLUSIVE: Former City of Sydney Councillor Christine Forster opens up about her time on council, her brother Tony, her marriage – and her lofty political plans.
A queer take on the end of the world
Queer editor Brandon Bear meets playwright Jacob Parker, whose intriguing new work – now showing at the Kings Cross Theatre – explores themes of sexuality and death through the prism of an apocalyptic event.
“Racism is the gay community’s dirty little secret”: Jason Om
In his memoir, All Mixed Up, ABC TV journalist Jason Om shares his extraordinary journey from childhood to today. He recently spoke with Gary Nunn about the memoir and his experiences as a gay, Asian Australian.
Why Kylie still matters
Ahead of the release of his new book, Kylie: Song by Song, Marc Andrews explains why Kylie Minogue – whose pop career has lasted an incredible 35 years and counting – is as relevant as ever.
Aurora Group prepares for Metamorphosis LGBTQI+ charity ball
After having to cancel two of their annual balls due to Covid-19, this year’s Aurora Ball is going ahead, with the theme being ‘Metamorphosis’.
Mardi Gras: Paradiso Pool Party to cap off April festivities
While the iconic parade is behind us, this year’s Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festivities are continuing well into April – with the Paradiso Pool Party still to come.