Star Observer

ARQ Sydney is reborn! The beloved Sydney LGBTQIA+ club is back and reopening on June long weekend after Aura nightclub went into administration. Find out more: starobserver.com.au/news/bigger-th…

Australian pop duo The Veronicas have re-recorded their hit single ‘Untouched’ with British producer Harrison. Read more: starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

Openly gay trampoline athlete Kieran Growcott is preparing for an international comeback more than 8 years after stepping away from elite competition, using his return to speak openly about mental health, identity and visibility in sport. starobserver.com.au/news/gay-gold-…

Ricky Martin has reassured fans he is safe after a frightening tear gas incident forced him to abruptly leave the stage during a concert in Montenegro this week. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/ricky-mar…

One Nation MP Jason Virgo told parliament his boyfriend of 11 years was “born in Indonesia, a Muslim, and is now a proud Australian" as he broke down in years during his maiden speech to parliament. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/one-natio…

Director Glenn Elston on his new production of 'Hair', why the rock musical is still so relevant in 2026, and why the LGBTQIA+ community still loves it. Read the interview here: starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

The National Trust for Historic Preservation this week added the Stonewall National Monument to its 2026 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places, citing growing concerns over political interference and censorship. starobserver.com.au/news/the-offic…

'Mother Mary' seems desperate to appeal to queer audiences, but does it work? Reviewer Josh Kerwick says it is aesthetically absolutely stunning – but haunted by its own wasted potential. Read our review: starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

Footage of Britney Spears being arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence has been released and it features some wild allegations about her mother. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/britney-s…

Fashion that truly feels like its made by people who understand queer life, rather than brands just slapping rainbows on their logo every June – that’s the world Kris Bee Bacon CEO and designer Daniel Beniston is building. Read our profile here: starobserver.com.au/news/kris-bee-…

After thirteen years working on Australia's most controversial radio show Pete Deppeler, known to many as 'Intern Pete' has officially departed The Kyle and Jackie O Show and KISS FM. Read the full story here: starobserver.com.au/news/intern-pe…

Each week, Star Observer’s Managing Editor @chlosarge will be writing you a li’l love letter about our biggest stories of the week 💌 Read the first edition here: starobserver.com.au/opinion/letter…

This weekend, an all-new directors cut of 'The Winner Takes it All' is screening in loving honour of one of Sydney’s drag icons, the late Maxi Shield. Get the details here: starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

New Zealand’s Parliament has voted to advance a bill seeking to legally define the terms “woman” and “man”, prompting criticism from LGBTQIA+ advocates, legal experts and opposition MPs. starobserver.com.au/news/nz-bill-m…

Dutch LGBTQIA+ organisations are pursuing legal action against Meta over alleged censorship and discriminatory moderation practices, after a series of account suspensions affecting queer clubs, artists, publications and community organisations. starobserver.com.au/news/internati…

RuPaul has released a new trailer for upcoming disaster comedy film Stop! That! Train!, ahead of the movie’s theatrical release on June 12. starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

Australia’s pop princess is treating us! @kylieminogue's new single ‘Light Up‘ is out today to accompany her Netflix documentary 'Kylie', which is dropping tonight. Find out more: starobserver.com.au/artsentertainm…

South Australian Greens MPs walked out of state parliament during One Nation leader Cory Bernardi’s maiden speech to the Legislative Council, after comments he made about transgender people, gender-affirming care and Welcome to Country ceremonies. starobserver.com.au/news/cory-bern…

A 31-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder over the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old transgender University of Washington student Juniper Blessing in Seattle earlier this month. starobserver.com.au/news/internati…

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ruled out changes to the state’s Anti-Discrimination Act following calls from anti-trans campaign group Women Speak Tasmania to amend protections for transgender and gender diverse people. starobserver.com.au/news/national-…