Activist, athlete, 78er and late‑blooming storyteller Kate Rowe joins Silke for a powerful conversation about lesbian identity, protest, community, and aging out loud. From the night of the 1978 Mardi Gras arrests to the shifting “queer alphabet” of today, Kate reflects on courage, conflict, humour, and finding her voice in her seventies. Her stories bridge generations - reminding us why lesbian history matters now more than ever.

A heartfelt reflection on growing up queer in regional Queensland, discovering community through roller derby, navigating long‑distance love, and returning home with a non‑binary partner. This piece explores fear, visibility, Pride and the quiet acts of courage that help others step into the light.

A reflective and queer‑affirming exploration of how to tell whether a relationship is facing ordinary challenges, evolving into something new, or quietly approaching its end. From conflict and communication to safety, renewal and the courage to leave, this piece offers grounded guidance — and a reminder to always start by calming down and making a cup of tea.

More queer women than ever are coming out in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. Their stories reveal something powerful: identity doesn’t expire — it evolves.