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Tony Abbot says he feels threatened by the gays.
Federal Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, has revealed that he feels “threatened” by homosexuality in an interview with current affairs program 60 Minutes.
The story aired on Sunday night, and when asked about his views on homosexuality, he said, “I’d probably say I feel a bit threatened…”
The Australian Coalition for Equality (ACE) have invited Mr Abbott to meet with ordinary gays and lesbian people to help him overcome his sense of “threat” about homosexuality.
Mr Irlam, from the ACE said “We hope Mr Abbott will take up our invitation so he can overcome feeling threatened by homosexuality”
ACE believe that statements like those of Mr Abbott highlight why Australia needs a national law prohibiting discrimination on the grounds of sexuality and gender identity.
The Federal Parliament has discussed the issue of legislation to protect Australians from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity on and off since 1997. Equivalent protections exist in all states and territories but the federal human rights framework has yet to include it.
Introduction of such legislative protections were included in recommendations from the National Human Rights Consultation report on same-sex entitlements released in 2009.
Delfin love the pink dollar?
Ipswich City Counsellor David Morrison has accused property developer Delfin of trying to “boost sales by targeting the pink dollar.” Councillor Morrison has also stated “that families are best for the growth of a healthy suburb”
Delfin featured a gay couple in a promotional magazine because they were the 10,000th new homeowners in the area.
Having moved from an inner city suburb, the gay couple described Springfield Lakes as a perfect suburb for them.
“Neil and I chose Springfield Lakes because we loved the scenery, the lakes and the walking tracks,” “We also loved the people we met living in the community before we purchased – they were friendly, easygoing and laid-back.”
Unfortunately it seems the couple are not as welcome as they might believe with Councillor Morrison saying that a Springfield Lakes resident with a young family had raised concerns with him.
“I had other residents express similar views to me. My concerns expressed to Delfin were simply passing on concerns that residents had bought to me as their local elected member.” councillor Morrison said.
Washington D.C. to allow gay marrige
Washington D.C. has become the sixth US district to allow same-sex marriage.
Over 120 couples waited outside the city’s town hall last Wednesday, to register to marry.
“It’s like waking up Christmas morning,” said 47-year-old Angelisa Young. “It’s really like a dream come true,” says Young of the recent supreme court decision that allows her to marry her partner of 12 years.
As a federal district, the same-sex marriage bill for Washington D.C. needed congressional approval. Congress approved the bill on Tuesday evening.
Wedding bells won’t start ringing until next Tuesday (that’s today), however, as there is a three day waiting period before registrations to marry can be approved.
A U.C.L.A. study estimates same sex marriage will bring over $52 million dollars into the capital annually.
Gay or Anti Gay?
US Senator Roy Asburn has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence after leaving a gay nightclub.
Senator Asburn, was driving from the bar with a male passenger in the car at the time of the traffic infringement.
Senator Asburn has a history of voting against every gay rights law put past the State Senate, including things like Recognising Out-Of-State Same-Sex Marriages and Expanding Anti-Discrimination Laws.
“I am deeply sorry for my actions and offer no excuse for my poor judgement,” Senator Ashburn said in a released statement.
Later, in a radio interview he conceded, “I am gay ... those are the words that have been so difficult for me for so long”
He said he does not plan to run for any public office after his term ends later this year.
Upcoming Events
Equal Love Fundraising Exhibition
+ Location ~ Tenth Muse, 365 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, Melbourne, 3065
+ Date ~ Friday 5th March, 6:30pm to Saturday 3rd April, 9:30pm
EQUAL LOVE Fundraising Exhibition
by Ali Hogg
Same Same’s very own photographer extraordinaire combines her love of activism and photography, exhibiting some of her photographs which she has taken since the ban on same sex marriage was introduced federally in 2004.
As well as being seen around Melbourne’s gay and lesbian bars and club scene perhaps having taken your photo once or twice, she is also the public officer of the the Melbourne same sex marriage campaign group Equal Love.
Her work will be for sale as a fundraiser for the equal love campaign for same sex marriage rights.
Large works on display, 50% of proceeds will go to equal love and smaller prints will be available for very affordable prices with 100% of proceeds going towards the campaign.
WHERE:
Tenth Muse
365 Brunswick st, Fitzroy
WHEN:
Wednesday March 3rd – April 3rd 2010
+ Audience ~ Over 18's only
Minus 18's Cirus Workshop
Sunday March 21st, in the city. RSVP quickly! There are only 20 places available.
Minus 18's Same Sex Formal
April 17th 5.30 - 10.30. It's a 3 course dinner with drinks and a special gift for everyone who attends.
Tickets from $35, full details at minus 18.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Link Love - Here's the stuff we covered today!
Splendid is seeking fearless young and emerging artists for two weeks of bending artforms and collaboration to create new works for Splendour in the Grass festival.
Splendid is open to young and emerging artists (under 30 years old or in the first 5 years of their practice) who work in the visual arts, theatre, dance, design, installation, architecture, digital media, sound, text, community arts and other creative pursuits.
The program includes a residential Arts Lab, mentorship and opportunities to promote your work to major festival audiences in Australia and internationally.
More info.
Warrambeen Film Festival are seeking passionate and hard working young people to help run the film festival. Volunteers will recieve promotional tees for the event, and get some great experience in running a film event.
The festival is on the 13th of March.
More info or email pascal@warrambeenfilmfestival.com.au
Chill Out Festival is happening this weekend, so get out there and get involved!
More info.
MINUS 18 CIRCUS WORKSHOP
SUNDAY MARCH 21 - FREE
20 of the first youth to RSVP will be lucky enough to participate in a FREE Circus workshop.
Workshop will include theatre games, warm up and circus skills such as
- acrobalance (e.g. pyramids, double balance)
- manipulation (e.g. juggling, diablo, hoops, plate balancing)
- aerials (e.g. trapeze, cloudswing, ropes)
STRICTLY limited spaces. Makesure you RSVP to this event
WHERE: Melbourne City (further details when you RSVP)
WHEN: Sun March 21st 2-4 PM
RSVP: Here
Melbourne Queer Film Festival is hitting the streets of Melbourne from the 17th of March. Find out all about the best shows to see here.
Splendid is open to young and emerging artists (under 30 years old or in the first 5 years of their practice) who work in the visual arts, theatre, dance, design, installation, architecture, digital media, sound, text, community arts and other creative pursuits.
The program includes a residential Arts Lab, mentorship and opportunities to promote your work to major festival audiences in Australia and internationally.
More info.
Warrambeen Film Festival are seeking passionate and hard working young people to help run the film festival. Volunteers will recieve promotional tees for the event, and get some great experience in running a film event.
The festival is on the 13th of March.
More info or email pascal@warrambeenfilmfestival.com.au
Chill Out Festival is happening this weekend, so get out there and get involved!
More info.
MINUS 18 CIRCUS WORKSHOP
SUNDAY MARCH 21 - FREE
20 of the first youth to RSVP will be lucky enough to participate in a FREE Circus workshop.
Workshop will include theatre games, warm up and circus skills such as
- acrobalance (e.g. pyramids, double balance)
- manipulation (e.g. juggling, diablo, hoops, plate balancing)
- aerials (e.g. trapeze, cloudswing, ropes)
STRICTLY limited spaces. Makesure you RSVP to this event
WHERE: Melbourne City (further details when you RSVP)
WHEN: Sun March 21st 2-4 PM
RSVP: Here
Melbourne Queer Film Festival is hitting the streets of Melbourne from the 17th of March. Find out all about the best shows to see here.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
On tonight’s program we spoke about
S.L.A.M Rally that happened earlier in Melbourne today
http://www.slamrally.org/
How to get involved with your Queer Uni resources groups
http://quni.org/
And a news article from Alaska
http://www.newsminer.com/view/full_story/4962608/article-Gay-rights-group-asks-University-of-Alaska-to-update-policy?
Writing themselves in Survey that talks about the issues affecting YOUR life as a same sex attracted person.
http://minus18.org.au/
And lastly we had some gay school.
We spoke about the surrogacy debate
http://www.samesame.com.au/news/local/5075/Surrogacy-Debates-Rage-In-QLD.htm
And Google says No to Australian Censorship
http://www.samesame.com.au/news/local/5080/Google-Says-No-To-Australian-Censorship.htm
S.L.A.M Rally that happened earlier in Melbourne today
http://www.slamrally.org/
How to get involved with your Queer Uni resources groups
http://quni.org/
And a news article from Alaska
http://www.newsminer.com/view/full_story/4962608/article-Gay-rights-group-asks-University-of-Alaska-to-update-policy?
Writing themselves in Survey that talks about the issues affecting YOUR life as a same sex attracted person.
http://minus18.org.au/
And lastly we had some gay school.
We spoke about the surrogacy debate
http://www.samesame.com.au/news/local/5075/Surrogacy-Debates-Rage-In-QLD.htm
And Google says No to Australian Censorship
http://www.samesame.com.au/news/local/5080/Google-Says-No-To-Australian-Censorship.htm
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Generation Next 12/01/10
Tonight on Generation Next we covered the highlight youth and Joy events that are happening throughout Midsumma.
http://www.midsumma.org.au/
For all the events.
Also the upcoming minus18 events
You can check them out on the minus18 website
http://minus18.org.au/
We spoke about how you the listener can get involved in a radio workshop called Girls on Air -3cr
Download a 3CR podcast today - www.3cr.org.au/podcasts
And also spoke about a mental illness group People like you.com.au
http://www.peoplelikeyou.com.au/
http://www.midsumma.org.au/
For all the events.
Also the upcoming minus18 events
You can check them out on the minus18 website
http://minus18.org.au/
We spoke about how you the listener can get involved in a radio workshop called Girls on Air -3cr
Download a 3CR podcast today - www.3cr.org.au/podcasts
And also spoke about a mental illness group People like you.com.au
http://www.peoplelikeyou.com.au/
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Cocktail party to support Melbourne Citymission
Tonight, 30th December, 7.30pm onwards.
St. John's Hall 494 Whitehorse Rd, MITCHAM (Enter Via Elizabeth St.)
Concert Creations, in conjunction with Jump Sound and LTRN, is proud to present ... Celebrate ! 2009, a Cocktail Party on the Eve of New Years Eve!! Helping to raise funds for Melbourne Citymission.
Tickets: $12 at the door
**Group bookings for 10 people $80 **
Bookings: Call 9799 9293 or 9713 0909
or Email :info@concertcreations.com.au
Dance the night away to the Grooves of DJ Horizon, fantastic Live Performances, prizes, a great selection of drinks @ the bar, frozen cocktails, finger food, desserts and more !!
A selection of cocktails/mixed drinks from $4.50!!
(Beer, wine, mocktails and soft drinks available)
Invite your friends to a great night, for a great cause!
Dress to impress ..!!
St. John's Hall 494 Whitehorse Rd, MITCHAM (Enter Via Elizabeth St.)
Concert Creations, in conjunction with Jump Sound and LTRN, is proud to present ... Celebrate ! 2009, a Cocktail Party on the Eve of New Years Eve!! Helping to raise funds for Melbourne Citymission.
Tickets: $12 at the door
**Group bookings for 10 people $80 **
Bookings: Call 9799 9293 or 9713 0909
or Email :info@concertcreations.com.au
Dance the night away to the Grooves of DJ Horizon, fantastic Live Performances, prizes, a great selection of drinks @ the bar, frozen cocktails, finger food, desserts and more !!
A selection of cocktails/mixed drinks from $4.50!!
(Beer, wine, mocktails and soft drinks available)
Invite your friends to a great night, for a great cause!
Dress to impress ..!!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
My Christmas Tree's Delicious!
Christmas special! As promised, here's the directory of christmas lights across Australia. Go and see some of the christmas lights on this page.
Have a safe and happy holidays!
Have a safe and happy holidays!
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Are you aged between 12 and 24 years and have experienced physical violence, directly or indirectly, or know someone who has? Do you have a view on youth violence in your neighbourhood, town or city? If so, we would like to hear from you.
The Australian Parliament is holding an inquiry into the impact of violence on young Australians, and would really like to hear your views. What we mean by violence is the sort of violence that’s physical and is more likely to happen out on the street or in a public place.
The survey is completely anonymous, and the information you provide will be used to inform the Australian Parliament about the experiences young people have had with violence. It will also be used in the final report, which will contain recommendations to the Australian Government on what to do about this issue.
The Committee can't investigate individual problems. If you are worried about violence and want to talk to someone, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=66hZ5LBI3WcP4mNi3ojHig_3d_3d
Seaspray holiday buses 2009/10
Bigger and better than ever the Seaspray holiday bus is back for another year. Operated by Wynnes coaches this is a public transport service for everyone in the community to access.
The holiday bus is a great way not only to get to the beach but for those who aren’t 18 or don’t have a license to go shopping or to the skate park, or even visit friends in neighboring towns.
Services will commence on Monday 21 December 2009 and run through to Friday 29 January 2010.
Download the timetable here. (.pdf, 288KB)
Push Over 2010 - Lineup announced
Push Over live music festival returns to The Abbotsford Convent on Sunday 7 March, 2010.
As always, Push Over will feature over 30 acts across four stages, and some of the best current crop or upcoming "next big things" on the Australian indie rock, hardcore and hip hop scene!
Now in its 18th year, Push Over provides one of the hottest and freshest summer line ups on offer - as voted by young people from around the state!
Live acts (in alphabetical order) for the 2010 event include:
50 Lions
Break Even
Built on Secrets
City Escape
Dash & Will
Heroes for Hire
Horrorshow
I Explode Like
Kisschasy
Lovers Grave
The Mission In Motion
The Sundance Kids
Urthboy
Wherewolves
Yacht Club DJs
Young Heretics
Yves Klein Blue
Plus nine FReeZA Push Start battle of the bands Regional Final Winners, and multiple MCs, DJs and break-dancers battling it out in the Push It hip hop arena.
Tickets available from:
www.moshtix.com.au
www.oztix.com.au
Ticketek (call 132 849)
Push Over is proudly supported by The Push, triple j, FReeZA, FReeZACentral and Victoria Rocks.
Send your mates a Yellowcard
Have you ever been in a car with a mate and been freaked out by the way they're driving? Maybe they text and drive at the same time, or maybe they speed or drive when drunk or on drugs. Do you have a friend who does dangerous things with their car, like drag racing or burnouts?
If you're worried about the risks your mates are taking with their driving, the TAC has set up a website that lets you let them know you're worried about them by sending them an anonymous video yellow card.
All you have to do is visit http://yellowcard.tv and fill in a few details, like your mate's email address, the car they drive, their name and the problem you're worried about. The website will make a personalised video message based on the details you give it and then send it to your friend.
Heaps of people know someone who drives dangerously. Yellowcard allows you to send those people a message and hopefully help them to clean up their act.
Even though young victorians between 17 and 25 are only 14% of the people on the road toll, they make up 25% of the annual Victorian road toll.
This is your chance to make a difference to those statistics.
The Australian Parliament is holding an inquiry into the impact of violence on young Australians, and would really like to hear your views. What we mean by violence is the sort of violence that’s physical and is more likely to happen out on the street or in a public place.
The survey is completely anonymous, and the information you provide will be used to inform the Australian Parliament about the experiences young people have had with violence. It will also be used in the final report, which will contain recommendations to the Australian Government on what to do about this issue.
The Committee can't investigate individual problems. If you are worried about violence and want to talk to someone, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=66hZ5LBI3WcP4mNi3ojHig_3d_3d
Seaspray holiday buses 2009/10
Bigger and better than ever the Seaspray holiday bus is back for another year. Operated by Wynnes coaches this is a public transport service for everyone in the community to access.
The holiday bus is a great way not only to get to the beach but for those who aren’t 18 or don’t have a license to go shopping or to the skate park, or even visit friends in neighboring towns.
Services will commence on Monday 21 December 2009 and run through to Friday 29 January 2010.
Download the timetable here. (.pdf, 288KB)
Push Over 2010 - Lineup announced
Push Over live music festival returns to The Abbotsford Convent on Sunday 7 March, 2010.
As always, Push Over will feature over 30 acts across four stages, and some of the best current crop or upcoming "next big things" on the Australian indie rock, hardcore and hip hop scene!
Now in its 18th year, Push Over provides one of the hottest and freshest summer line ups on offer - as voted by young people from around the state!
Live acts (in alphabetical order) for the 2010 event include:
50 Lions
Break Even
Built on Secrets
City Escape
Dash & Will
Heroes for Hire
Horrorshow
I Explode Like
Kisschasy
Lovers Grave
The Mission In Motion
The Sundance Kids
Urthboy
Wherewolves
Yacht Club DJs
Young Heretics
Yves Klein Blue
Plus nine FReeZA Push Start battle of the bands Regional Final Winners, and multiple MCs, DJs and break-dancers battling it out in the Push It hip hop arena.
Tickets available from:
www.moshtix.com.au
www.oztix.com.au
Ticketek (call 132 849)
Push Over is proudly supported by The Push, triple j, FReeZA, FReeZACentral and Victoria Rocks.
Send your mates a Yellowcard
Have you ever been in a car with a mate and been freaked out by the way they're driving? Maybe they text and drive at the same time, or maybe they speed or drive when drunk or on drugs. Do you have a friend who does dangerous things with their car, like drag racing or burnouts?
If you're worried about the risks your mates are taking with their driving, the TAC has set up a website that lets you let them know you're worried about them by sending them an anonymous video yellow card.
All you have to do is visit http://yellowcard.tv and fill in a few details, like your mate's email address, the car they drive, their name and the problem you're worried about. The website will make a personalised video message based on the details you give it and then send it to your friend.
Heaps of people know someone who drives dangerously. Yellowcard allows you to send those people a message and hopefully help them to clean up their act.
Even though young victorians between 17 and 25 are only 14% of the people on the road toll, they make up 25% of the annual Victorian road toll.
This is your chance to make a difference to those statistics.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
World Aids Day
On today's show Sarah and Andrew talked all things HIV/AIDS because December the 1st is World Aids Day. World Aids Day is a chance to look back and remember those 6700 Aussies who have died through HIV/AIDS, and also to look forward towards the future and how we can help.
Main points to remember:
- Use a condom and water based lube.
- Get checkups regularly, even if you don't think you've been exposed to HIV. It's free, so you have nothing to loose!
- If you think you may have been exposed to HIV or another STI, visit your doctor ASAP, because they can advise you of the best treatment available.
Here are some links for more information:
sextxt.org.au (SMS: 19SEXTXT)- Get your sexual health questions answered quickly and easily through your mobile phone.
thedramadownunder.info - Get info about HIV and other STIs. Information on where you can get tested and why it's important to get tested. If you have recently been diagnosed with a STI, you can use this website to let your sexual partners know anonymously that they should go and get a checkup.
mshc.org.au - Celebrate world aids day by getting tested! The Melbourne Sexual Health Center are experts in sexual health, and they will test you for free! It's quick, anonymous, and free. (ph: 93416200)
melbournecityromp.com - Help raise money for the Burnett Institute. These guys are researching into HIV prevention, so it's a great cause to get behind. The Melbourne City Romp is part "amazing race" and part treasure hunt. It's a fantastic day out!
Andrew got along to the Equal Love rally for same sex marriage in Melbourne on Saturday. It was a great turn out, they had thousands of people there, and we marched to show our anger over being treated as second class citizens. Equal Love are running their equal rights campaign over the next 12 months to raise awareness leading up to the federal election. More info.
School Bullying is a huge problem in Australia, and you don't have to feel like you're the only one going through it. Get help and support through Bullying No Way! and SOBA's new website.
Wishing Sarah a very happy birthday!
Main points to remember:
- Use a condom and water based lube.
- Get checkups regularly, even if you don't think you've been exposed to HIV. It's free, so you have nothing to loose!
- If you think you may have been exposed to HIV or another STI, visit your doctor ASAP, because they can advise you of the best treatment available.
Here are some links for more information:
sextxt.org.au (SMS: 19SEXTXT)- Get your sexual health questions answered quickly and easily through your mobile phone.
thedramadownunder.info - Get info about HIV and other STIs. Information on where you can get tested and why it's important to get tested. If you have recently been diagnosed with a STI, you can use this website to let your sexual partners know anonymously that they should go and get a checkup.
mshc.org.au - Celebrate world aids day by getting tested! The Melbourne Sexual Health Center are experts in sexual health, and they will test you for free! It's quick, anonymous, and free. (ph: 93416200)
melbournecityromp.com - Help raise money for the Burnett Institute. These guys are researching into HIV prevention, so it's a great cause to get behind. The Melbourne City Romp is part "amazing race" and part treasure hunt. It's a fantastic day out!
Andrew got along to the Equal Love rally for same sex marriage in Melbourne on Saturday. It was a great turn out, they had thousands of people there, and we marched to show our anger over being treated as second class citizens. Equal Love are running their equal rights campaign over the next 12 months to raise awareness leading up to the federal election. More info.
School Bullying is a huge problem in Australia, and you don't have to feel like you're the only one going through it. Get help and support through Bullying No Way! and SOBA's new website.
Wishing Sarah a very happy birthday!
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
November 25
Sarah and Andrew were joined by Fiona and Emily from Eastern Diversity Group. We had a blast, and are looking forward to EDG's kick-off event (which is this afternoon). Don't forget, you'll need to RSVP, so here are all the details:
Are you Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Intersex, Transgender or
Just not sure???
Are you aged between 15-25 yrs???
Want to meet new* cool* interesting* fun* people?
Then come down and joins us...check out an awesome group for you!
We will run a 4 week workshop, every Wednesday starting 25th November.
Food and Music Provided
Your Presence and Energy Needed!
Family Access Network Inc (FAN) introduces…
Eastern Diversity Group
When: Wednesday 25th of November
Time: 4pm till 6pm
Contact: Stavrina, Emily or Fiona on 9890 2673
Proudly Funded By StreetSmart and Youth In Philanthropy
In other news, we discussed what celebrities we would like to see under our christmas tree this year, and found out that Sarah would like to see Lady Gaga Vs Madonna in a dance-off under her christmas tree!
Super Human: Revolution of the Species will look at the future of body augmentation and the insights people with disabilities have about their bodies. The keynote speaker at the conference is a UK gay artist with a disability, who will discuss societal stigma and societal body norms. Get along and see the related art exhibition at RMIT Gallery until December 5. More Info.
Tasmania is becoming a gay hotspot for tourists, with the island offering GLBTI tourist guides, and services. More Info.
The Rudd Government announced community stations will be allocated space on the digital broadcasting spectrum, which will allow our voice to be heard for years to come. Bent TV currently broadcasts on C31's community license, so this announcement means a continuing presence for the GLBTI community on Aussie TV. More Info.
Don't forget about Joy's 16th Birthday party this saturday night. It's going to be an amazing night out for our supporters and volunteers. It's a members only event, so call the station to join up, or visit Joy.org.au for full details.
Are you Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Intersex, Transgender or
Just not sure???
Are you aged between 15-25 yrs???
Want to meet new* cool* interesting* fun* people?
Then come down and joins us...check out an awesome group for you!
We will run a 4 week workshop, every Wednesday starting 25th November.
Food and Music Provided
Your Presence and Energy Needed!
Family Access Network Inc (FAN) introduces…
Eastern Diversity Group
When: Wednesday 25th of November
Time: 4pm till 6pm
Contact: Stavrina, Emily or Fiona on 9890 2673
Proudly Funded By StreetSmart and Youth In Philanthropy
In other news, we discussed what celebrities we would like to see under our christmas tree this year, and found out that Sarah would like to see Lady Gaga Vs Madonna in a dance-off under her christmas tree!
Super Human: Revolution of the Species will look at the future of body augmentation and the insights people with disabilities have about their bodies. The keynote speaker at the conference is a UK gay artist with a disability, who will discuss societal stigma and societal body norms. Get along and see the related art exhibition at RMIT Gallery until December 5. More Info.
Tasmania is becoming a gay hotspot for tourists, with the island offering GLBTI tourist guides, and services. More Info.
The Rudd Government announced community stations will be allocated space on the digital broadcasting spectrum, which will allow our voice to be heard for years to come. Bent TV currently broadcasts on C31's community license, so this announcement means a continuing presence for the GLBTI community on Aussie TV. More Info.
Don't forget about Joy's 16th Birthday party this saturday night. It's going to be an amazing night out for our supporters and volunteers. It's a members only event, so call the station to join up, or visit Joy.org.au for full details.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
November 17
Upcoming Events
Neverwhere & Heavens Door team up to save the dolphins
Saturday, 21 November 2009 at 21:00
Neverwhere & Heavens Door, 185 Smith St, Fitzroy & 147 Commercial rd, South Yarra
In Japan, fishermen round up and slaughter thousands of dolphins and other small whales each year.
In the small fishing village of Taiji, entire schools of dolphins are driven into a hidden cove after a prolonged chase. Once trapped inside the cove, the fishermen kill the dolphins, slashing their throats with knives or stabbing them with spears. The water turns red with their blood, and the air fills with their screams.
Neverwhere and Heavens Door are teaming together to help raise awareness and money to help save the dolphins in Taiji, Japan.
Come to either venue on November 21st and donate a gold coin at the door to help in this fight.
Heavens Door is all RnB...Play
Neverwhere is all Queer/Indie/Rock...Listen up
Drink specials all night!
Joy 94.9 is turning 16, and are celebrating with a party for all our members. for details, email rsvp@joy.org.au
Xtreme Teen youth school holiday program. Fancy sailing, watching DVDs, going on a shopping spree, learning jewlerymaking, or participating in the masterchef challenge? Then the Xtreme teen school holiday program is for you. Running between Jan 6 and Jan 22. More info from Bayside City Council youth services: 95994622.
Neverwhere & Heavens Door team up to save the dolphins
Saturday, 21 November 2009 at 21:00
Neverwhere & Heavens Door, 185 Smith St, Fitzroy & 147 Commercial rd, South Yarra
In Japan, fishermen round up and slaughter thousands of dolphins and other small whales each year.
In the small fishing village of Taiji, entire schools of dolphins are driven into a hidden cove after a prolonged chase. Once trapped inside the cove, the fishermen kill the dolphins, slashing their throats with knives or stabbing them with spears. The water turns red with their blood, and the air fills with their screams.
Neverwhere and Heavens Door are teaming together to help raise awareness and money to help save the dolphins in Taiji, Japan.
Come to either venue on November 21st and donate a gold coin at the door to help in this fight.
Heavens Door is all RnB...Play
Neverwhere is all Queer/Indie/Rock...Listen up
Drink specials all night!
Joy 94.9 is turning 16, and are celebrating with a party for all our members. for details, email rsvp@joy.org.au
Xtreme Teen youth school holiday program. Fancy sailing, watching DVDs, going on a shopping spree, learning jewlerymaking, or participating in the masterchef challenge? Then the Xtreme teen school holiday program is for you. Running between Jan 6 and Jan 22. More info from Bayside City Council youth services: 95994622.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10 November
Suspended over a haircut? Should schools be able to suspend a student after shaving their head for cancer charity? Get the full story here.
Bee Authur has left a generous donation in her will for New York's Ali Forney Centre. The centre supports homeless gay and lesbian youth. The money will go towards buying another home, to house up to 12 extra homeless youth. Full details here.
The Midsumma Festival for 2010 has come across the westgate, and is planning two events for the western gay and lesbian community. Full details here.
Jason Ball, President of the Melbourne Uni Secular Society, stops in for a chat with Kyle. Read more about Jason here.
Bee Authur has left a generous donation in her will for New York's Ali Forney Centre. The centre supports homeless gay and lesbian youth. The money will go towards buying another home, to house up to 12 extra homeless youth. Full details here.
The Midsumma Festival for 2010 has come across the westgate, and is planning two events for the western gay and lesbian community. Full details here.
Jason Ball, President of the Melbourne Uni Secular Society, stops in for a chat with Kyle. Read more about Jason here.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
3rd of MO-vember!!!
Another rediculously OTT show!
Micah, Kyle and the lovely Chantelle talked about Long Distance Relationships! Do they work?
Kyle told us about his LD Relationship, his boyfriend has been overseas for nearly 6 months and they are still together. Micah's brother and his girlfriend had a long distance relationship between Sydney and Melbourne and now own a home together! So the news isn't all that bad!
We also caught up with Brent, from Bathtub Gin! An event that is sure to BLOW YOUR MINDDDSSSSS!!! Circus and Burlesque meets Musical Festival. All indoors at The Forum Theatre here in Melbourne. Tickets are $35 and are available from Ticketek. Check out the site. www.bathtubgin.com.au
Micah checked in with Sarah from the Youth Mentoring Alliance, about the programs they run and all that is good about working with Youth and sharing ideas between generations.
http://www.youthmentoringvic.org.au/
And gay school this week was all about Taipei's 'Love Out Loud' festival promoting gay equality and same-sex marriage. Taipei's gay community is quite progressive and the Taiwanese Government constantly tackling the issue positively. WELL DONE TAIWAN!
The Equal Love, Equal Rights Same-Sex Marriage Rally is on, on the 28th of November this year, Not far away at all, right here in Melbourne town. We will keep mentioning it over the coming weeks and no doubt you will hear tonnes about it on Joy too!
And now I need my beauty sleep!
Love yourselves, and each other.
LULT (love u long time)
Kyle, Micah and Chantelle.
Micah, Kyle and the lovely Chantelle talked about Long Distance Relationships! Do they work?
Kyle told us about his LD Relationship, his boyfriend has been overseas for nearly 6 months and they are still together. Micah's brother and his girlfriend had a long distance relationship between Sydney and Melbourne and now own a home together! So the news isn't all that bad!
We also caught up with Brent, from Bathtub Gin! An event that is sure to BLOW YOUR MINDDDSSSSS!!! Circus and Burlesque meets Musical Festival. All indoors at The Forum Theatre here in Melbourne. Tickets are $35 and are available from Ticketek. Check out the site. www.bathtubgin.com.au
Micah checked in with Sarah from the Youth Mentoring Alliance, about the programs they run and all that is good about working with Youth and sharing ideas between generations.
http://www.youthmentoringvic.org.au/
And gay school this week was all about Taipei's 'Love Out Loud' festival promoting gay equality and same-sex marriage. Taipei's gay community is quite progressive and the Taiwanese Government constantly tackling the issue positively. WELL DONE TAIWAN!
The Equal Love, Equal Rights Same-Sex Marriage Rally is on, on the 28th of November this year, Not far away at all, right here in Melbourne town. We will keep mentioning it over the coming weeks and no doubt you will hear tonnes about it on Joy too!
And now I need my beauty sleep!
Love yourselves, and each other.
LULT (love u long time)
Kyle, Micah and Chantelle.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
October 20
Dating 101
Chantelle went to the streets of Melbourne and asked for some dating advice. The responses were many and varied. One person questioned how a date is different from just hanging out with a person you really like? - Good stuff to ponder.
I tried googling for some dating tips, and one of our listeners suggested I try WikiHow.com for more tips and ideas.
Public Transport Etiquette
What annoys you about catching the train or tram? Sarah hates it when people don't wait for people to get out of the tram before letting the new people on.
Linda texted in to say she never touches the poles or handles on the tram.
Schoolies
Where did you goto schoolies? I went to a friend's beach house, and Sarah celebrated by securing a full time job. Did you have a great road-trip? or another adventure?
Gay School News
National Youth Week for 2010 is happening between April 10-18. Applications are now open for events, if you want to organise a youth week event, or get involved, find out more about the application process here.
EDG (Eastern Diversity Group) is having a BBQ on the 25th of November. It's for youth aged 15-25, and marks the start of a 4 week workshop, exploring issues for Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Intersex, Transgender, or Questioning youth. Music and food are provided. Contact Stavrina, Emily, or Fiona on 98902673 for more info.
Stay cool until next week!
Chantelle went to the streets of Melbourne and asked for some dating advice. The responses were many and varied. One person questioned how a date is different from just hanging out with a person you really like? - Good stuff to ponder.
I tried googling for some dating tips, and one of our listeners suggested I try WikiHow.com for more tips and ideas.
Public Transport Etiquette
What annoys you about catching the train or tram? Sarah hates it when people don't wait for people to get out of the tram before letting the new people on.
Linda texted in to say she never touches the poles or handles on the tram.
Schoolies
Where did you goto schoolies? I went to a friend's beach house, and Sarah celebrated by securing a full time job. Did you have a great road-trip? or another adventure?
Gay School News
National Youth Week for 2010 is happening between April 10-18. Applications are now open for events, if you want to organise a youth week event, or get involved, find out more about the application process here.
EDG (Eastern Diversity Group) is having a BBQ on the 25th of November. It's for youth aged 15-25, and marks the start of a 4 week workshop, exploring issues for Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Intersex, Transgender, or Questioning youth. Music and food are provided. Contact Stavrina, Emily, or Fiona on 98902673 for more info.
Stay cool until next week!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
October 13
What irks you about public transport?
Micah had a false-start while catching the tram, and needed to vent. After hailing down the tram, it wooshed past, without stopping! Have you had a similar experience? Need to vent about public transport?
Gay School
Same-sex attracted and transgendered youth in rural victoria will soon enjoy a targeted health awareness program. The program is called “Mind the Gap”, and hopes to close the gap between country gays and their city counterparts in areas such as awareness of STI’s, HIV, mental health, and general wellbeing.
“Mind the Gap” have already started work in Gippsland, running leadership retreats for GLBTI youth aged 18 – 28. Mind the Gap also plan to set up a social networking website to promote support networks among isolated GLBTI youth.
More info in this week's southern star.
Beyond Blue's GLBTI youth fact sheet is out now, with great tips and advice for youth experiencing depression or anxiety. Download a copy here.
Kaleidoscope GSA
Bart from Kaleidoscope Gay Straight Alliance called us to chat about their new website and online resources. Check out the website here.
Kaleidoscope GSA meets every 2 weeks, and is for youth aged 16-21.
Upcoming events
Meet and chat with the GLLO team from Vic Police. Help Minus 18 create a safety brochure. More details.
Battle of the bands regional final. Friday November 6th. Feat: Blow, Vixia, The lost boys, and more! $10 entry, more details: youth_services@bayside.vic.gov.au
Micah had a false-start while catching the tram, and needed to vent. After hailing down the tram, it wooshed past, without stopping! Have you had a similar experience? Need to vent about public transport?
Gay School
Same-sex attracted and transgendered youth in rural victoria will soon enjoy a targeted health awareness program. The program is called “Mind the Gap”, and hopes to close the gap between country gays and their city counterparts in areas such as awareness of STI’s, HIV, mental health, and general wellbeing.
“Mind the Gap” have already started work in Gippsland, running leadership retreats for GLBTI youth aged 18 – 28. Mind the Gap also plan to set up a social networking website to promote support networks among isolated GLBTI youth.
More info in this week's southern star.
Beyond Blue's GLBTI youth fact sheet is out now, with great tips and advice for youth experiencing depression or anxiety. Download a copy here.
Kaleidoscope GSA
Bart from Kaleidoscope Gay Straight Alliance called us to chat about their new website and online resources. Check out the website here.
Kaleidoscope GSA meets every 2 weeks, and is for youth aged 16-21.
Upcoming events
Meet and chat with the GLLO team from Vic Police. Help Minus 18 create a safety brochure. More details.
Battle of the bands regional final. Friday November 6th. Feat: Blow, Vixia, The lost boys, and more! $10 entry, more details: youth_services@bayside.vic.gov.au
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
15th September, 2009!
Heyy yoooo!!!
What's happening our homies!
Another big show this week with plenty of interviews and a sad farewell!!
Kyle, Sarah and Dan were implanting some youth vibes upon y'all this week!
We spoke to YOUth Decide;
An organization that is allowing young people who might not be legally allowed to vote in Australia, the chance to voice their opinions about climate change, and the direction we should be taking!
Check out the website, and get involved!
www.youthdecide.com.au
Sarah spoke to the union house theatre about their new season of Othello, and their cool spin on it! Condensing the play from 3 hours to 1 hour, and performing twice, once with an all male cast, and once with an all female cast! Really great idea! check it out...
http://union.unimelb.edu.au/theatre/othello
We chatted to Liam, who is the National Queer Officer for the NUS(National Union of Students) about the upcoming Same Sex Marriage rally on the 28th of November.
The Rally is being held on the same day as the findings from the Senate on all the submissions made to legalise Same-Sex Marriage! There is still plenty of time to get involved, make a submission and have a say.
The Rally is being held on the 28th of November, and the state library and 1 pm! The Day of Action on August 1st proved to be a massive success with plenty of media coverage! Get behing this one and keep the topic something we discuss for a long time coming!
http://www.equallove.info/
ALSO!!
Last week we spoke about sharing your passwords to email accounts, Facebook etc with your partner. A friend of Kyle's posted a video from YouTube, have a look:
And we said Goodbye to Dan Vo, who has been an amazing part of Generation Next over the years, but on the 16th of September, Dan celebrated his 26th Birthday and now we are kicking him off for being too old! Only Kidding Dan!!! Dan has taken on more responsibility at Joy 94.9 and is currently the acting station manager! Good luck Dan! We love you long time!
That was all that happened on another HUGGGEEEEEEEEE Tuesday night, don't forget we're podcasting our socks off now, subscribe and getoniitttt!
Lots of love to you all!
GenNext xoxo
What's happening our homies!
Another big show this week with plenty of interviews and a sad farewell!!
Kyle, Sarah and Dan were implanting some youth vibes upon y'all this week!
We spoke to YOUth Decide;
An organization that is allowing young people who might not be legally allowed to vote in Australia, the chance to voice their opinions about climate change, and the direction we should be taking!
Check out the website, and get involved!
www.youthdecide.com.au
Sarah spoke to the union house theatre about their new season of Othello, and their cool spin on it! Condensing the play from 3 hours to 1 hour, and performing twice, once with an all male cast, and once with an all female cast! Really great idea! check it out...
http://union.unimelb.edu.au/theatre/othello
We chatted to Liam, who is the National Queer Officer for the NUS(National Union of Students) about the upcoming Same Sex Marriage rally on the 28th of November.
The Rally is being held on the same day as the findings from the Senate on all the submissions made to legalise Same-Sex Marriage! There is still plenty of time to get involved, make a submission and have a say.
The Rally is being held on the 28th of November, and the state library and 1 pm! The Day of Action on August 1st proved to be a massive success with plenty of media coverage! Get behing this one and keep the topic something we discuss for a long time coming!
http://www.equallove.info/
ALSO!!
Last week we spoke about sharing your passwords to email accounts, Facebook etc with your partner. A friend of Kyle's posted a video from YouTube, have a look:
And we said Goodbye to Dan Vo, who has been an amazing part of Generation Next over the years, but on the 16th of September, Dan celebrated his 26th Birthday and now we are kicking him off for being too old! Only Kidding Dan!!! Dan has taken on more responsibility at Joy 94.9 and is currently the acting station manager! Good luck Dan! We love you long time!
That was all that happened on another HUGGGEEEEEEEEE Tuesday night, don't forget we're podcasting our socks off now, subscribe and getoniitttt!
Lots of love to you all!
GenNext xoxo
Monday, September 14, 2009
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Tuesday, 8th of September!
WOOTTTTT UUPPPP!!!!!
A Jimmity-Jim-Jam-Packed show tonight as we exploded our youthness upon you all once more!
Micah and Kyle talked about Sharing your Passwords and E-Mail addresses with your partner! Would you do it?
Kate and Meg from The Otesha Project joined us in the studio to promote a fantastic cause!
The Othesha Project organises a bike ride from Melbourne to Sydney every year to raise awareness of Sustainable living to school students! They visit towns along the way, to talk to schools and community groups, perform skits and fun interactive games to get people involved in sustainable living!
They are looking for people to join them on the ride on February next year!
Applications must be in by the 18th of September, 2009.
Here's the link:
http://www.otesha.org.au/biketours/apply
Get on it.
Micah interviewed Y-Glam:
YGLAM is a GLBTIQ Youth Theatre group for those aged between 14 and 25. The group was established in 1998 and has been running for 10 years and has done 13 shows and their 14th show will be on in 2009. They have done outstanding productions such as My Brother Is A Lesbian, My Fishnet Singlet, Like Its A Bad Thing, Children of The Gods, Welcome To 6 Degree, Age Sex Location and the most recent for Melbourne Fringe 'Im not Drowning, I am learning to swim'
Each performance is devised, scripted and performed by the actors from scratch. The issues covered are usually related to the GLBTIQ community and aimed towards youth but the group is always evolving.
There is currently about 10 people in both performing arts and backstage.
YGLAM isn't just for those interested in performing, it is also for those interested in the aspects of set design, lighting, sound and stage management, the possibilities are endless.
Check them out on MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/yglam
GAY SCHOOL - A spot of edu-gay-tion!
We talked about the Same Sex Marriage rally v2.0!
It's happening on Saturday the 28th of November at 1pm at the State Library. We'll talk about it closer to the date!
Also, the New International Version of the North American Bible!
The NIV bible is being revised to have more inclusive language, such as changing verses from 'sons of god' to 'children of god' and "The lord watches over the alien', they will use 'foreigner' instead of 'alien'. A step in the right direction! Go you guys!
THATS ALL WE DID ON A VERY SEXY TUESDAY NIGHT!!
subscribe to our podcast and listen to us over and over and over and over and over and over!!
Love to you all! See you next week!
A Jimmity-Jim-Jam-Packed show tonight as we exploded our youthness upon you all once more!
Micah and Kyle talked about Sharing your Passwords and E-Mail addresses with your partner! Would you do it?
Kate and Meg from The Otesha Project joined us in the studio to promote a fantastic cause!
The Othesha Project organises a bike ride from Melbourne to Sydney every year to raise awareness of Sustainable living to school students! They visit towns along the way, to talk to schools and community groups, perform skits and fun interactive games to get people involved in sustainable living!
They are looking for people to join them on the ride on February next year!
Applications must be in by the 18th of September, 2009.
Here's the link:
http://www.otesha.org.au/biketours/apply
Get on it.
Micah interviewed Y-Glam:
YGLAM is a GLBTIQ Youth Theatre group for those aged between 14 and 25. The group was established in 1998 and has been running for 10 years and has done 13 shows and their 14th show will be on in 2009. They have done outstanding productions such as My Brother Is A Lesbian, My Fishnet Singlet, Like Its A Bad Thing, Children of The Gods, Welcome To 6 Degree, Age Sex Location and the most recent for Melbourne Fringe 'Im not Drowning, I am learning to swim'
Each performance is devised, scripted and performed by the actors from scratch. The issues covered are usually related to the GLBTIQ community and aimed towards youth but the group is always evolving.
There is currently about 10 people in both performing arts and backstage.
YGLAM isn't just for those interested in performing, it is also for those interested in the aspects of set design, lighting, sound and stage management, the possibilities are endless.
Rehearsals are Mondays 4 -7pm. Call or email Jemma or Danielle.
Check them out on MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/yglam
GAY SCHOOL - A spot of edu-gay-tion!
We talked about the Same Sex Marriage rally v2.0!
It's happening on Saturday the 28th of November at 1pm at the State Library. We'll talk about it closer to the date!
Also, the New International Version of the North American Bible!
The NIV bible is being revised to have more inclusive language, such as changing verses from 'sons of god' to 'children of god' and "The lord watches over the alien', they will use 'foreigner' instead of 'alien'. A step in the right direction! Go you guys!
THATS ALL WE DID ON A VERY SEXY TUESDAY NIGHT!!
subscribe to our podcast and listen to us over and over and over and over and over and over!!
Love to you all! See you next week!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
1 September 2009 Podcast
On this weeks podcast:
Which cleb would you do it with?
Tiffany Dave and Dave from Youth Law.
Madonnas new video.
And Gay School.
Generation Next 1 September 2009.mp3 36min 16.5MB
Which cleb would you do it with?
Tiffany Dave and Dave from Youth Law.
Madonnas new video.
And Gay School.
Generation Next 1 September 2009.mp3 36min 16.5MB
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