Thorne Harbour Health

25/04/2026

This year’s Le***an Visibility Day theme is health and wellbeing, something we know a lot about! 🧡🤍💜

One of the biggest barriers q***r women face is a lack of visibility of their unique health needs.

Our q***r women’s health hub, quin.org.au, has answers to the questions you have — and some you might not know to ask.

Check it out this Le***an Visibility Day.

24/04/2026

12 new cases of mpox were identified in Melbourne last week, a significant jump from the usual 1 or 2.

You know what to do. Learn more at thorneharbour.org/mpox

22/04/2026

We're inviting people from LGBTIQA+ communities who are eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program to share their ideas and experiences. 🫁🏳️‍🌈

The committee will help ensure program resources are accessible, relevant, and meaningful.

Members will meet online at least four times over 18 months and will be compensated for their time.

Find out more and register:

Funded by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, LGBTIQ+ Health Australia and Thorne Harbour Health, in partnership with Lung Foundation Australia, invites LGBTIQA+ communities to participate in upcoming community consultation workshops on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP)...

21/04/2026

Taking Charge: Nutrition & Wellbeing for People Living with HIV

This session is designed specifically for people living with HIV, with a focus on practical, sustainable approaches to nutrition and overall wellbeing.

We’ll cover:
📌Nutrition basics tailored to living with HIV
📌How food supports energy, immunity, and long-term health
📌Simple strategies you can apply day-to-day

Register here: https://thorneharbour.org/news-events/calendar-events/taking-charge-nutrition-wellbeing/

17/04/2026

🤔 What service gaps and barriers are there when accessing healthcare in regional Victoria for LGBTIQA+ communities, and how could our health needs be better served?

🏳️‍🌈 Join us online or in-person for these Regional Health Needs Assessments for LGBTIQA+ communities to improve the Murray Primary Health Network.

🗓️ Find your local workshop and register here: https://thorneharbour.org/news-events/calendar-events/

14/04/2026

Many LGBTIQA+ Victorians continue to experience the legacy of surveillance, stigma and diminished trust in institutions.

By bringing attention to this and providing practical pathways forward, we hope to see historical injustices confronted and public trust rebuilt between our communities, lawmakers, and Victoria Police.

Thanks to Jeremie Bracka, Nicholas Stewart, Joe Ball, and Jamie Gardiner OAM for a lively panel discussion at the Old Melbourne Gaol last night for the "Transitional Justice and Historical Repair for LGBTIQA+ Communities in Victoria" report launch.

09/04/2026

Thorne Harbour Health is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of iconic drag queen Dulcie Du Jour.

A long-time supporter of our work and recipient of our Community Service Award, Dulcie played a vital role in shaping Melbourne’s q***r community.

Through her work as a performer and event organiser, Dulcie helped lay the foundation for what is now the beloved Northside Bizarre Festival.

Our thoughts are with Dulcie’s family, friends, and community.

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27/03/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ How can we build meaningful, informed allyship for our trans and gender diverse communities?

🗣️ Join us in Abbotsford for a discussion panel with community advocates from Transgender Victoria, Zoe Belle Gender Collective Inc, and Equinox.

🎟️ Register via the link in bio to hear us unpack diverse experiences across healthcare, education, and community perspectives!

20/03/2026

📲 Following tech-facilitated attacks and violence toward our LGBTIQA+ communities, Victoria has announced an Inquiry into Anti-LGBTIQA+ Hate Crimes.

🗣️ Join us at The Laird on Sun 29 Mar to get an update on what's been happening over summer as well as understand how our communities can make a submission.

🎟️ Register for the event via our link in bio.

18/03/2026

🏘️ Q***r people living in suburban and regional Victoria struggle to access mental health care despite growing community needs.

🧠 The Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals aim to fill this gap for people aged 26 and up in places like Melton, Dandenong, and beyond.

Listen to the podcast or learn more about the locals via our link in bio.

16/03/2026

🎙️ From Coercive Control to Unseen Abuse and supporting those who use harm to change, we explore it all in our 16 Days of Activism podcast series.

📲 Check out the episodes of Well Well Well via our link in bio or wherever you get your podcasts!

11/03/2026

It was great to march with our communities at ChillOut Festival, celebrating everything that makes our community vibrant, resilient and bold.

Alongside the Carnival at Victoria Park, Melbourne Frontrunners' social lake run, the Grove of Gratitude and a bunch of other events, thanks for another unforgettable weekend!