Oli McAuslan

Oli McAuslan (they/them) is a queer, non-binary writer and designer based in Naarm (Melbourne). Oli holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Gender Studies from the University of Sydney. Since 2024, they have been the lead writer and editor of the Emen8 blog. Their work spans the intricacies of identity, health, pleasure, and culture for queer, trans, gender-diverse and multicultural folk. In their spare time, you can find them reading queer fiction or perusing vintage fashion markets.

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In Australia

Gay pride in Brisbane (Meanjin) and Queensland: Pride festivals in the Sunshine State

How do they celebrate pride in Queensland?

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Entertainment

7 gay fantasy novels to add to your reading list

Who doesn’t love a little gay fantasy?

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Sexual health

Taking the sting out of mpox — comedian Shalom Kaa on his experience of mpox

A local NT celebrity spoke to us about getting mpox.

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Sex

Putting some bling on your thing: How to use a cock ring

Let’s get balls deep into wearing cock rings

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Sexual health

Long-acting injectable HIV treatment: new and easy ways to treat HIV

HIV treatment has come a long way in the past 30 years.…

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Food and fitness

Tats’ guide to starting at the gym for transmasc folk and queer guys

First times are always the hardest

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Sexual health

Unpacked: sexual health in 2024, a year in review

Unwrap the bulging year of 2024 with Emen8

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Sexual health

Doxy-PEP 101: What is it and how to get it in Australia?

Put a little PEP in your step with doxycycline

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Style and grooming

Dressing for hot gay summer: 11 fashion essentials for queer and trans guys

What to wear this hot gay summer?

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LGBT people and culture

AU-haul: finding housing in Australia for queer guys and international students

Moving suburbs, states, or countries? Read this first

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Sex

Smart hookups: staying safe when meeting people on dating apps

Read this before meeting up with that shady guy on Grindr!

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Sexual health

Long-acting injectable PrEP: new and easier ways to prevent HIV

Long-acting injectable PrEP is a new and exciting HIV prevention medication that…