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Rainbow Briefing

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by Louise Poole

17 episodes
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Australia's daily LGBTQIA+ news podcast. Rainbow Briefing delivers queer news that matters — in about 5 minutes, Monday to Friday. Policy and politics. Community wins. Culture and sport. Joy. Stay informed without the doom-scroll. Your LGBTQIA+ news catchup for Australian audiences. Independent queer community media, hosted by Louise Poole..

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1/13/2026

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Episode thumbnail for Rainbow Briefing | Tue 17 Mar: Shelton Vilification Appeal, Oscars, Throb Nightclub, Heated Rivalry, SA Pride Awards

March 16, 2026

Rainbow Briefing | Tue 17 Mar: Shelton Vilification Appeal, Oscars, Throb Nightclub, Heated Rivalry, SA Pride Awards

Two Brisbane drag performers win their vilification appeal against Family First’s Lyle Shelton. Plus: queer wins and representation gaps at the Oscars, Darwin’s Throb Nightclub building demolished, Melbourne’s Heated Rivalry look-alike comp, and SA Pride Awards voting opens. Your daily LGBTQIA+ news.

Episode thumbnail for Rainbow Briefing | Fri 13 Feb: Mardi Gras ECSTATICA, Sophie Hyde, Winter Olympics, Van Der Beek, Marina Summers

February 12, 2026

Rainbow Briefing | Fri 13 Feb: Mardi Gras ECSTATICA, Sophie Hyde, Winter Olympics, Van Der Beek, Marina Summers

The 48th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras kicks off with ECSTATICA. Plus: Sophie Hyde’s queer family story heads to Australian Story, Team Rainbow dominates at the Winter Olympics, James Van Der Beek remembered as an LGBTQIA+ ally, Marina Summers comes out as a trans woman, and queer events around the country this weekend. Your daily LGBTQIA+ news.

Episode thumbnail for Rainbow Briefing | Thu 12 Feb: Bridge to Safety, Gender-Affirming Care, Stonewall, Kristen Stewart, Schumacher, TasPride

February 11, 2026

Rainbow Briefing | Thu 12 Feb: Bridge to Safety, Gender-Affirming Care, Stonewall, Kristen Stewart, Schumacher, TasPride

A new national program will give LGBTQIA+ refugees dedicated support to seek resettlement in Australia for the first time. Plus: new research shows gender-affirming care could save Medicare $42 million, the Trump administration removes the Pride flag from Stonewall, Kristen Stewart on being told to stay closeted, Ralf Schumacher confirms wedding, and TasPride’s Hobart Pride Parade is this Saturday. Your daily LGBTQIA+ news.

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What is Rainbow Briefing?

Australia's daily LGBTQIA+ news podcast.

Rainbow Briefing delivers queer news that matters — in about 5 minutes, Monday to Friday. Policy and politics. Community wins. Culture and sport. Joy. Stay informed without the doom-scroll.

Your LGBTQIA+ news catchup for Australian audiences. Independent queer community media, hosted by Louise Poole..

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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