NEW ACON WORLD PRIDE CAMPAIGN
As visitors descend on Sydney for the biggest event since the 2000 Olympics, NSW’s leading LGBTQ health organisation ACON has launched its largest campaign yet reminding revellers to look after their health and safety during WorldPride
Top Five WA Dog Beaches
In Australia, we love our dogs and this week, we bring you the top 5 dog beaches in Western Australia. Woof!
New films showcase diverse voices
Gay cinema has come a long way since its early days of being hidden and stigmatised. Let’s take a look at some of the latest LGBTQ+ cinema releases.
Invite a Mate!
Why not invite a friend to join Country Network?
Country Network is a great place to introduce your mates to other great guys around Australia.
Country Lamb Chops tossed with Dill and Lemon
Those lucky to live in the country know that the local butcher in a country town generally has fine meat compared to the local supermarket, so grab yourself some great country lamb chops and try this delicious recipe.
TAKE A HIKE for mental health
Registrations are currently open for the Great Aussie Hike with the annual event will take place from 24-25 March 2023 in Victoria’s beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
A CAMP story
CAMP is a story of murder, corruption, love and liberation where past and present collide in a dramatised retelling of the 1970s events which lead to the 1978 Mardi Gras.
The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles is more than just a group of rocks found on Victoria's Shipwreck Coast. A beautiful end to the stunning Great Ocean Road Drive.
The Camp Candidate
Our From the Archive series brings you articles highlighting LGBTQ+ history in Australia.
Mardi Gras route officially recognised!
Key city roads that have forged the path of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade since 1978 are being recognised for their state significance by the NSW Government.
Drag’d out in Beechworth
For those of you unfamiliar with Beechworth, it’s a beautiful, old gold mining town in the high country in northeast Victoria.
Gay words have meaning!
One of the most prominent English dictionaries in the world added 18 new LGBTIQ+ related words in 2022.
Queensland Police delivers apology to LGBTIQ+ communities
Queensland Police Service Commissioner Katarina Carroll has delivered an apology and statement of regret to LGBTIQ+ communities and LGBTIQ+ Queensland Police Service members, past and present, for historical mistreatment.
Five queer men who helped change the world.
Like our very own queer superheroes, here are some guys who helped make things just a little bit better for us all.
Come cruising with me!
Dreaming of travelling but don't want to go alone? Have you thought about organising a Country Network travel event?
Network Events Guide - OUT NOW!
Want to find out the latest news and happenings around Gay Australia? The latest issue of our Network Events Guide is out now, exclusive to members, just one of the benefits from Country Network. Join Today!
Summer Reading - Disaster at the Vendome Theatre
Our ‘on the page’ Summer reading special brings you the latest LGBTIQ+ summer fiction for lazy days at the beach, by the river, or in front of the air-con.
Learn…for FREE!
Have you ever wanted to learn a new language, understand global diplomacy or write your first novel?Why not try a free online course!
Let’s go Cruising!
Cruising is a great way for travellers to explore the world in style and comfort. Throw in a sprinkle of gay spray, and you'll have a rollicking good time.
My Town! - Ravenshoe
Neil takes us on a quick tour of his home town… Ravenshoe! Pronounced; 'Ravens ho'. Ravenshoe is on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland.