The Melbourne Lesbian Guide

Survey participants wanted - unwanted sexual attention in licensed venues

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 09:45:00 +0000

Are you aged 18-30 and attend licensed venues in Melbourne?

Interested in taking a survey about what you do on a night out, and what you think about unwanted sexual attention in licensed venues?

Currently seeking participants of any gender & sexual identity to take part in this study, as part of a PhD project in Criminology at the University of Melbourne.

To take the survey, follow the link! http://edu.surveygizmo.com/s3/479024/Unwanted-sexual-attention-in-licensed-venues

Participants wanted - one on one interviews

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 09:40:00 +0000

Do you attend licensed venues in the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs?

Have you experienced unwanted sexual attention or sexual assault in a licensed venue when you were aged 18-30 and are interested in sharing your experience in a one-on-one interview to assist with research investigating this issue?

If so, please contact Bianca at biancakf@student.unimelb.edu.au

Please note that you must have previously received counselling in relation to your experience to be eligible for participation.

This research is being conducted as part of a PhD in the School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Melbourne.

Ladies Prefer Brunettes - Womens Circus Production

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Quirky, delicious and simply irresistible, the Cadettes don little black dresses for circus with a twist. From backflips to bad hair, it's acrobatics in a pair of heels. Ladies Prefer Brunettes cleverly subverts, inverts and champions the feminine. It's poignant, savvy, gorgeous and hilariously fun. Ladies Prefer Brunettes is presented by Sara Pheasant and the Women's Circus in creative collaboration with the Cadettes.

PERFORMANCE DATES:

Wednesday 29th September @ 8pm

Thursday 30th September @ 9.30pm

Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd October @ 9.30pm

TICKETS: Full $15.00 Concession $12.00 VENUE: Meat Market, 5 Blackwood St, North Melbourne

BOOKINGS: Melbourne Fringe Festival Tickets 03 9660 9666 or http://www.melbournefringe.com.au/fringe-festival/show/ladies-prefer-brunettes

WOW (Women on Women) Health Survey

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:31:00 +0000

A FEMALE PARTNER STUDY

If you are 18 years of age or older and you have had a female sexual partner in the last 12 months, the Sexual Health Research Unit at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre is conducting a women’s health research project that you may be interested in.

What is the study about:

The WOW study aims to see how commonly BV occurs in women with female sexual partners and how it may be related to sexual activity. Several studies have demonstrated that women who have female sexual partners are at higher risk of BV than other women but it is not clear why this is so. Some studies suggest BV may be sexually transmitted, however this remains unproven.

What’s in it for you?

This project does not require any clinic visits and can be done by the internet, telephone and post.

You will be reimbursed with Coles-Myer vouchers to the value of $20.00 every 3 months

A 1800 number to discuss any sexual health concerns

Your participation will contribute to understanding the health of women who have sex with women.

More info: http://www.wowhealth.org.au

Women's Circus: "Herstory"

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:26:00 +0000

The Women’s Circus is proud to present HERSTORY our major production for 2009 at the Living Museum of the West, Pipemakers Park on the Maribyrnong River from Thursday 19 November to Sunday 6 December.

HERSTORY takes the audience on an exhilaratingjourney through the history of Women’s Circus by weaving together andreinterpreting key moments from 18 years of performances. Accompaniedby narration from past and present Women’s Circus members, an upliftingand inspiring picture will emerge of the moments that have changed anddefined them, the Circus and those around them.

Come early and wander around the park and enjoy 1 hour of roving circus entertainment prior to the show. During interval be dazzled by a spectacular fire act in the park.

More info here.

Ladyfest Nov 18th -22nd

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:17:00 +0000

Oz Kink Fest Melbourne

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:56:00 +0000

OZ KINK FEST 09

Proudly sponsored by Adult Match Maker, Gay Matchmaker, Lesbian Matchmaker

Media Partners MCV, Cherry Magazine

Major Sponsor ALSO FOUNDATION

OzKinkFest Commencing Saturday, 17 October 2009

Various locations around Melbourne

Everyone welcome

Melbourne’s biggest Kink Festival !

We’re counting down to OZKinkFest09 - the kinkiest 10 days Melbourne has seen for a very long time!

It will be a spectacular festival where everyone can safely explore their utmost fantasies and discover Melbourne’s vibrant ambiance. And it will give kinksters the opportunity to create long-lasting friendships and meet kinksters face to face who we often only chat to online. In addition to the main events there will be workshops throughout the week by international and local presenters. So whether you are a fetish fashionista, a pain slut, a slave in training, a seasoned player or a curiousnewbie OzKinkFest will have something for everyone. You can even purchase an Event Pass which gives you access to the 4 key events at a huge discount. for more information on attending OzKinkFest

www.OzKinkFest.com

Provocation

Saturday, 17 October 2009

Blue Velvet Bar, 60 Smith Street, Collingwood

Everyone welcome The kinky fun starts here !

Provocation is the launch event for OzKinkFest. Provocation is a niche play/social event for those kinksters who like a chic, classy and intimate venue and the option to play or socialise. Come along and check out who is in town for this fantastic festival. Provocation will include a marquee to extend our play space beyond the 3 floors we already have.It’s held at Blue Velvet, a boutique venue in the heart of Collingwood's energetic Smith St. There is space for suspension, flogging, needles and spanking as well as a cage for those exhibitionists! We will also be providing hot food to fuel this awesome night of fun and debauchery.

Fetish Expo

Sunday, 18 October 2009

Fitzroy Town Hall, Corner of Napier and Moor Streets, Fitzroy

Everyone welcome

The ultimate kinky & GLBTIQ Sexuality show ! The Melbourne Fetish Expo launched in 2008 and this year promises to be even better with over 40 stalls confirmed, shows and demonstrations every hour and the Grand Fetish Fashion Show. It’s a great place to come and find out about alternative lifestyles and to meet and socialise with those with similar interests. Come along to find out about the latest fashions, clubs and events around Australia. The Expo will again be held at Fitzroy Town Hall which boasts a fantastic theatre and stage ready for our fashion shows and kinky exhibitors.

Hellfire Resurrection

Friday, 23 October 2009

Billboard Nightclub, 170 Russell Street, Melbourne CBD

Everyone welcome

You don’t want to miss this one !

Hellfire Resurrection returns in 2009 and promises an amazing night at one of the best venues in Melbourne. The split levels at Billboard Nightclub ensure everyone has a great viewing perspective of the amazing performances throughout the night. With an incredible light and sound system this promises to be the biggest Fetish night Australia has ever seen! Lukas Zpira and Satomi will return to the Hellfire stage in a captivating performance along with performers from the UK and Melbourne. After these inspirational performances the crowd will get creative in the play areas or down and dirty on the dance floor with DJ Crossy on deck. Hellfire Resurrection is definitely a night you don’t want to miss!

Klub Kunst

Saturday, 24 October 2009

Vedette Nightclub, Corner Buckley & Nicholson Streets, Footscray

Everyone welcome

A night for hardcore players ! Klub Kunst will be a filthy dirty, dressed-up, messed-up hardcore players night with 3 separate play areas, a boxing ring and outdoor wet areas. Live performances by Satomi (Japan), Sado BJ & pepper and Master S & C will enthrall you throughout the night.It will appeal to hardcore BDSM players who appreciate a night surrounded by like-minded kinksters who know their boundaries and how to push them. Basically it’s a night of unrestricted play where anything goes! Hot food will be served throughout the night and DJ Kapitolina will turn up the volume for a no holes barred night of kinky pleasure.

WORKSHOPS & SKILLSHARES

Skill Share: Strap on Play

Mon, October 19, 7pm

KinkFest 09 sees an unusual and interesting array of skillshares being presented as part of our program. Everything you wanted to know about Strap-On play but were afraid to ask!

BDSM Workshop for Women

Wed, October 21, 7:30pm

This skill sharing workshop gives women the a chance to explore agreed themes and topics and gain new skills in various aspects of erotic bondage, in a private, supportive environment.

Skill Share: Electrical Play

Tue, October 20, 7pm

KinkFest 09 sees an unusual and interesting array of skillshares being presented as part of our program. Everything you wanted to know about erotic adult electric sex toys to spark up your adult play.

Skill Share: Impact Play 101

Tue, October 20, 7pm

KinkFest 09 sees an unusual and interesting array of skillshares being presented as part of our program. Skills that will be covered include Flogging, Caning & Spanking.

Skill Share: Intro to Anal Play

Thu, October 22, 7pm

KinkFest 09 sees an unusual and interesting array of skillshares being presented as part of our program. Learn the ways that women can enjoy anal pleasure as well as that mysterious male (G) spot!

Tickets available : Lucrezia DeSade/SAX Fetish : Eagle Leather : The Piecing Urge : Mannhaus : Hares & Hyenas : Marquis DeSade : Online www.OzKinkFest.com

All details on www.OzKinkFest.com

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