Oxford Street, the heart of Sydney's LGBTQ+ nightlife, could soon be recognised as a special entertainment precinct under new City of Sydney planning proposals aimed at reinvigorating the city’s nighttime economy.

The NSW government has revealed the names that will make up the inaugural LGBTIQ+ advisory council.

Policing 2023's combined Sydney WorldPride and Mardi Gras festivals came at a significant financial cost for both police and organisers, documents released under public information access laws reveal.

Construction has begun on a new raised intersection at Bourke and Forbes streets in Darlinghurst, which will feature a "Progress Pride flag" painted on the road, celebrating people of diverse sexualities and genders once complete.

HIV-prevention drug PrEP is back in stock at key Sydney pharmacies this weekend after the government temporarily approved an overseas version to address a shortage from existing manufacturers.

Independent Sydney MP Alex Greenwich says he chose progress over defeat in securing the passage of his amended Equality Bill, which introduces new protections for the LGBTQIA+ community.