The Newkind Social Change Conference, held from 30th September to 4th October 2026 in Redbank, Victoria, is a five-day festival uniting diverse communities under the theme “Rest. Repair. Redesign.” It focuses on social change, featuring prominent speakers and workshops on various pressing issues. The event promotes sustainability in a supportive, inclusive atmosphere.
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Accor is enhancing its commitment to LGBTIQ+ inclusion across Australia through the Welcome With Pride training program. Research shows many LGBTIQ+ travellers feel unsafe expressing themselves while travelling. The initiative aims to foster genuine inclusive environments in hospitality, with Accor enrolling 32 hotels, improving staff confidence and guest safety.
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Thailand is not one destination but many — and this entry tries to do justice to all of them. From Bangkok’s relentless energy to Chiang Mai’s elephants, Koh Samui’s rainbow flag moment, and the Pattaya years that followed, this is a love letter to a country with a genuinely beautiful soul.
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In Entry No. 6 of The World Traveller Series, Brett arrives in London — a city that has meant something almost sacred to him long before he ever set foot in it. From a fleeting 2009 stopover en route to Belgium, Amsterdam and Paris, to a glorious full week in 2012 as an International Guest of Pride London — taking in Buckingham Palace’s golden gates, The Mall, the National Portrait Gallery, a star-studded book launch with Sir Ian McKellen, and a moment in Trafalgar Square that produced the greatest single comeback in Pride history. This is a love letter to the city that never had to try to impress him. It already knew.
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In Entry No. 5 of The World Traveller Series, Brett returns — three times — to Montpellier in the South of France. From a site inspection to an InterPride AGM where he was re-elected President for a second term, and finally to the trip that mattered most: invited back as International Guest for Montpellier Pride, alongside his best friend Alan, a borrowed car, a GPS with its own agenda, and a Rolls Royce in Monaco that made everything worthwhile.
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June marks a vibrant celebration of Pride, but it’s not merely a party; it’s a powerful manifestation of protest, community, and remembrance. Originating from the Stonewall uprising in 1969, Pride encompasses marches, vigils, and cultural events, advocating for LGBTIQA+ rights while addressing ongoing global inequalities. It embodies resilience and inclusivity beyond celebration.
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The article by Brett Hayhoe discusses the complex position of gay Liberals within the Australian political scene, highlighting the discomfort they face from both conservative factions and the LGBTIQA+ community. It advocates for genuine inclusion and acceptance, arguing that individual identities should not be contingent on political beliefs, stressing the importance of visibility and support for gay conservatives.
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The article argues that societal cohesion is not achieved through assimilation, which suppresses diversity, but through unity that honours differences. It highlights that real community fosters mutual respect and security, enabling individuals to engage openly with others. Historical evidence shows assimilation leads to trauma and division, advocating for a multicultural society that values identity.
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The Jewish Museum of Australia highlights the significance of flames in Jewish tradition, particularly during Lag Ba’Omer and the journey towards Shavuot. The museum also celebrates Tammy Kanat’s artistic recognition and is actively engaging in addressing antisemitism in Australia. Their mission centres on fostering connections and showcasing Jewish creativity.
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