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As we step into 2026, Pride Business Network is entering one of its most exciting chapters yet.Last year showed us just how powerful a connected rainbow business community can be — and this year, we’re building on that momentum with a refreshed brand, a brand-new website, and a stronger focus on creating meaningful spaces for connection. This is more than an update.It ’s a relaunch of who we are and what we stand for. 💛 A Fresh Look for a Stronger Future Our new brand reflec

A diverse group of colleagues standing together in a modern office, symbolising the strength of rainbow business communities. Caveat:In this article, the term “rainbow” is used as an inclusive shorthand to represent the entire LGBTIQIA+ community, and its diversity in self-identification. For many rainbow professionals and LGBTIQIA+ business owners , building a successful business can feel tougher when you don’t always see yourself represented in mainstream spaces. That’s why

The holiday season brings a special kind of joy, a time to reflect on the past year and look forward to new beginnings. Whilst this has been a quiet year for the Pride Business Network, the committee has been busy in the background rebuilding Pride Business Network from the ground up to create a new and engaging agenda for 2026. A New Look for a New Era The Pride Business Network is unveiling a fresh new look, and we want you to be part of the celebration. Our rebranding mark

(Names changed for privacy — story shared with permission) When we spoke with “Alex” , a Brisbane professional in his early thirties, he told us a story that’s far more common in Australian workplaces than most leaders realise. When Alex first joined the company, he was 29 — sharp, thoughtful, and quietly ambitious.He’d moved from New Zealand to Brisbane in 2018 , looking for a fresh start and the chance to grow his career in a bigger tech market. The new role — a mid-sized s

Rainbow Fatigue is real.. you just need to be you and no-one else. 💡 What Is Rainbow Fatigue? Rainbow fatigue is the feeling of being overwhelmed, worn down or pressured  by constantly having to represent, explain or advocate for LGBTIQ+ identity in your business. It’s not about losing pride - it’s about the emotional load  that comes from being “the rainbow business” every day. 🧠 Where Does It Come From? 1. Constant Representation Pressure Feeling like you must “stand for

Tokenism rarely announces itself. It slips in quietly — the rainbow staff member asked to appear in every promotional photo, the business that rolls out a Pride flag only during Sydney Mardi Gras, or the company that invites LGBTQIA+ employees to the table but never really hands them the microphone. On the surface, it looks like support. Underneath, it can feel hollow. Many rainbow professionals across Australia have had that moment where they realise they’re being included f

We had an inspiring time at Thaiways restaurant last night celebrating another year of Pride Business Network, at our end of year dinner celebrations We have our new logo, new website and have big plans for the new year... Including ● a relaunched of the breakfast with a twist, networking event in a new venue. ●a re-imagined drinks with a twist, also in a new city location. ● Cross collaboration with other networking organisations. ● seminars in conjunction with brisbane city

The Annual General Meeting was held last night with the committee for 2026 elected. Congratulations to the following: President - Mark Bow Treasurer - Ain Kuru Secretary - Barry Duncan General Committee - David Childs General Committee - Ross Gibb The next general meeting will be held on 15th December to set up the association for 2026 with some exciting things in the pipeline including the Pride Business Network Relaunch Party to be held in February 2026. Details of the eve