The Last Ditch Bar, a Massachusetts lesbian bar that recently went viral for dropping its Covid mask policy on Saturdays, is closing. Read more: starobserver.com.au/news/us-…

Are you a fan of werewolves, six-packs, or deconstructions of the stoic masculinity myth? Then don’t miss Paul Ewart’s free solo exhibition at QT Bondi. Read more: starobserver.com.au/whats-on…

Parents of trans and gender diverse children across Tasmania have authored a joint letter urging the state’s MPs to ban conversion practices.  Read more: starobserver.com.au/news/joi…

Ryan, a proudly gay garden centre manager from NSW, and his younger sister Tahlia have joined the 2026 season of Big Brother with a secret mission: keep their sibling relationship hidden from their fellow housemates. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/big…

Star Observer readers were understandably concerned recently when they read that this publication is facing imminent collapse. Except, it isn't. Read our statement here: starobserver.com.au/news/a-s…

Despite Pete Hegseth's attempt to evict trans people from the US military, 9 of 12 Navy and Marine Corps boards have voted to retain their trans personnel. Read more: starobserver.com.au/news/us-…

Equality Tasmania says privately funded gender-affirming surgeries planned for the Royal Hobart Hospital will not drain Tasmania’s public health budget or divert nurses from other patients. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/tas…

Rebel Wilson has won $359,000 in unpaid producer fees over her directorial debut The Deb, despite a judge finding she commissioned anonymous websites publishing false claims about producer Amanda Ghost. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/jud…

"The person who said sexuality is a choice is now the Minister responsible for Queensland’s LGBTQIA+ policy" said former QLD Premier Steven Miles of the appointment of Amanda Stoker as the new Child Safety Minister. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/qld…

Robert French AM, a prominent LGBTQIA+ rights campaigner, author and historian whose work helped secure change and preserve the stories behind it, has died aged 79. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/val…

Mitch Brown and his partner Louisa “Lou” Keck have welcomed baby Cosmo June Brown, with the dad sharing an update about their growing blended family. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/mit…

A West Hollywood gay dad who punched a conservative influencer during a confrontation over his family will not face criminal prosecution after completing a pre-filing diversion agreement. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/gay…

A patron who attended Adelaide Film Festival’s celebration of queer cinema suffered broken bones in an alleged homophobic attack while making his way home, according to the festival’s chief executive. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/eve…

Despite the unfortunate postponement of Brisbane Pride Fair Day and the Rally & March this weekend, there is still plenty happening, including the Pride Party, River Parade, Onesie World, and much more! Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/bri…

In a new documentary by The Young Turks, three men allege they were hired to partake in sexual acts with the late former Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Read more: starobserver.com.au/news/thr…

Independent MP for Sydney Alex Greenwich has been nominated for a 2026 Global Trailblazer Award honouring LGBTQ+ leaders in the fight for equality. To vote for Alex, visit the link at the bottom of the full article: starobserver.com.au/news/ind…

Unveiled today at the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra, Paul Yore’s portrait of drag icon Courtney Act is a gorgeously queer, remarkable mosaic of found objects. Read more: starobserver.com.au/artsente…

Following backlash from Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane, Chris Minns has agreed to scrap gender-neutral terms from Parliament’s breastfeeding policy. Read more: starobserver.com.au/news/chr…

Every young person deserves a formal where they can arrive with who they love, dress as themselves and feel celebrated. On Saturday November 14, the Brisbane Pride Formal returns to Brisbane City Hall, offering that experience completely free. starobserver.com.au/news/the…

A Glee reboot series has officially been ordered by Disney+ and Hulu, with creators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan returning. Read more: starobserver.com.au/artsente…