Celebrating the voices, stories, and culture of LGBTIQA+ communities worldwide ~ Est. 2004


Australia combines Westminster government with preferential voting, unlike countries using first-past-the-post. Governments are formed by parties commanding lower-house majorities, while voters rank candidates and preferences transfer until someone achieves majority support. Introduced in 1918 to prevent vote-splitting, preferential voting strengthens minor-party participation and ensures election outcomes reflect broader voter preferences.

Teen mentor and parent coach Will Elliott explains why teenagers may withdraw despite parents’ best intentions. Efforts to solve problems, manage emotions, prevent failure, and respond to social pressures can unintentionally undermine trust and confidence. Drawing on Unstoppable U’s work with thousands of families, he shares ways to rebuild communication and connection.

The article profiles Jaimie McCaw, a Canberra artist collaborating with Lonely Kids Club. His designs combine Australian wildlife, humor, individuality, and queer solidarity, including a reading platypus, a wandering kangaroo, and trans-supportive messaging. LKC preserves artists’ rights, pays commissions, and produces designs sustainably on demand in its Sydney studio.
Every image begins with a story
The same instinct that pairs a photograph with a story runs through the books: sharp, funny, honest writing about identity, reinvention and the chaos of being human. Three titles so far, in paperback and Kindle.
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