Queer Aotearoa: We've Always Been Here

Name: Queer Aotearoa: We've Always Been Here
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-02-01
Cast: Eli Matthewson, Anika Moa, Mike Puru, Jools Topp, Lynda Topp

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Documentary

Creator:Eli Matthewson

Join Eli Matthewson for a journey through the untold history of New Zealand's queer community, celebrating the resilience of trailblazers who pushed for an inclusive Aotearoa

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StatusReturning Series

First AiredFebruary 1, 2025

Last AiredFebruary 1, 2025

Seasons1

Episodes6

TypeDocumentary

Origin CountryNew Zealand

Original LanguageEnglish

Spoken LanguagesEnglish

Keywords

real life queer activism queer documentary queer documentary

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Thank You For Your Service...But Not Your Identity: Queer in the Public Sector

Last Episode

S1 E6 • 2/1/2025

Thank You For Your Service...But Not Your Identity: Queer in the Public Sector

During WWII, Kiwi female impersonators played a vital role in maintaining morale. Yet, post-war, the Defence Force and Police classified homosexuality and trans identity as psychiatric disorders, with severe consequences for those serving. We also discuss the 2018 Auckland Pride Parade’s controversial ban on uniformed officers and its impact on takatāpui police officers working to foster understanding within the force