Peter Hackney

1 week ago | qnews.com.au | Peter Hackney

In a shock ruling overnight, the UK Supreme Court has ruled that trans women are not women. In a decision that delighted the TERF movement, all five judges presiding over the matter ruled that trans women are not real women. “The unanimous decision of this court is that the terms ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010 refer to a biological woman,” said British Supreme Court judge Lord Hodge. The landmark ruling was in response to a case brought forward by campaign group For Women Scotland.

1 week ago | qnews.com.au | Peter Hackney

It was a political debate with a difference. Moderated by drag queen, performer and reality TV star Courtney Act, the Rainbow Votes forum in Sydney on Tuesday night was colourful and lively from the get-go. Organised by four community bodies – Equality Australia, Health Equity Matters, InterAction – For Health and Human Rights and LGBTIQ+ Health Australia – the event began with jokes about fashion. “I’m in this glorious cream suit.

1 week ago | qnews.com.au | Peter Hackney

Convicted Grindr fraudster Dongqiao Li has been arrested in Melbourne after absconding from a Sydney court. The 31-year-old, who is also known as Tony Lee, appeared at Downing Centre Local Court on 31 March to face multiple charges of credit card fraud. According to 7News, Li would meet men on Grindr, lure them to luxury hotels for sex and ask them to take a shower. While they were showering, he trawled through their belongings and photographed their credit cards.

1 week ago | qnews.com.au | Peter Hackney

The Australian Labor Party has announced a $78,000 funding package for several LGBTQIA+ publications, including QNews. If re-elected on Saturday, 3 May, Labor will invest $26,000 each into QNews, OutInPerth and the Star Observer. The government says the total of $78,000 for the three publications is about supporting community connection, participation and empowerment. The funds would be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

1 week ago | qnews.com.au | Peter Hackney

Are you ready to start a family or want to grow your existing one? If so, Genea fertility clinics can help make your dreams a reality. Approaching a fertility clinic for help starting a family is a big step for anyone. But if you’re an LGBTQIA+ person, there’s an extra layer of concern. Will the clinic be accepting? Will they be supportive? Do they understand the needs of rainbow families and are they well-placed to meet them?