New Zealand is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world, but you already know that. This is one of the reasons why it’s also quite a popular tourist destination, so who should we thank? Perhaps Peter Jackson? However pretty as it may be, Kiwis love traveling around the world and exploring other […]
Were there family members and friends who knew you were gay before you came out? Were there some who even knew you were gay before you did? Let’s have some fun here: Some of us hate the idea of wearing our sexuality on our sleeves. Some, on the other hand, enjoy pushing the societal envelope in everything […]
Last summer, the whole world celebrated Gay Pride – giving employers the chance to showcase their commitment to the LGBTQ community. But how much of this is real and how much a show? Gay Pride is a chance to celebrate the LGBTQ community across the globe, offering up the opportunity for world-leading brands to showcase […]
After months of arguments in Auckland’s queer communities over the cancelation of the 2019 Auckland Pride Parade, the rainbow flag returned to the streets of Auckland as the Our March snaked its way through the central city on the 9th February 2019. Here you can watch Andrew Whiteside’s coverage of this unique event: This article was originally […]
For six years, the Legacy Project has given a voice to queer writers by enabling them to share bite sized plays with their audiences. In that time emerging writers have shared over 30 stories on stage. In this interview with Andrew Whiteside, Legacy’s director and creator Bruce Brown discusses the ethos behind the project and […]
If physical health is a resolution, mental health should be too. “Body dysmorphia is very prevalent in the gay male community, and this issue has been exacerbated by hookup apps and social media. As a community, we tend to place a focus on how we are perceived by others at the cost of our own […]
Gay dating app Chappy (in association with Survation) recently conducted a survey with over 500 gay men and found that 30 percent of them experience homophobic reactions from family members during Christmas, and that 17 percent experience homophobia from extended family who come to visit. That’s why they decided to create a video about chosen family—the […]
I have a confession to make and I hope you’re sitting down. I watch lots and lots of porn. As a man, I’d be surprised to find another man who doesn’t. But in today’s world, it’s become an acceptable routine. Much like caffeine, we don’t like to admit it might be an addiction. That would be […]