News

26 Nov 2025

16 Days of Activism | Podcast Series

Thorne Harbour Health is proud to deliver a special five-part podcast series for the16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Across these episodes, we explore the many ways family and relationship violence impacts LGBTIQA+ communities — including the forms of abuse that often go unseen or unspoken.This series was produced by Well, Well, Well on JOY 94.9, with funding and support from Safe and Equal.The first two episodes are now live.

23 Oct 2025

Mpox Cases in Victoria: Halloween Update

Don’t get spooked by mpox this Halloween! 🎃

17 Oct 2025

Strategic Plan Update: October 2025

In the latter part of 2025, we continue to make tangible progress on our Towards 2030 Strategic Plan, working towards a stronger, healthier future for our LGBTIQ+ communities and people living with HIV.

17 Oct 2025

Reporting and Support After Hookup App Violence

A rise in assaults, robberies, and blackmail targeting queer men on dating and hookup apps has shaken our communities. This article outlines how to report these incidents and where to find confidential and respectful supprort.

13 Oct 2025

HIV Living Experience Advisory Committee

Expression of Interest: HIV Living Experience Advisory CommitteeThorne Harbour Health is establishing a HIV Living Experience Advisory Committee to provide guidance, advice, and support to our services.This committee will play a critical role in shaping our strategic direction and operations, ensuring that the diverse lived and living experiences of people with HIV are not only heard but embedded in the decisions that impact their lives.

25 Sep 2025

Northside Bizarre Returns!

Save the Date: Saturday 11 October 2025. No need to register - ENTRY IS FREE.After a six-year hiatus, Northside Bizarre returns in full force!This iconic kink and fetish street party is making a long-awaited comeback at The Laird Hotel and surrounds in Abbotsford, bringing together queer communities for a day of playful debauchery, community celebration, and crucial fundraising for Thorne Harbour Health.

24 Sep 2025

Why This IDAHOBIT is Different

One year ago, Thorne Harbour Health stepped away from X (formerly known as Twitter) to take a stand against harmful online rhetoric on IDAHOBIT (International Day Against LGBTIQA+ Discrimination). In the months since, it’s become increasingly clear that this was the right decision. While Australia’s recent election results have sparked optimism for a more inclusive future, the past year has also seen a troubling rise in hostility against LGBTIQA+ people.

24 Sep 2025

How to Add Volunteering to Your CV

Volunteering is a great way to make a difference in your community, connect with others, and enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done. However, the benefits of volunteering go beyond those fuzzy feelings – becoming a volunteer can make you a more appealing candidate during your job search.

24 Sep 2025

Call for Board Nominations

The Victorian AIDS Council Inc (VAC) and Gay Men’s Health Centre Inc (GMHC), trading as Thorne Harbour Health are seeking visionary and capable people who work well with others to nominate for election to two vacancies on our Board of Directors.

24 Sep 2025

PLC Newsletter - Spring 2025

Hear the latest from our Positive Living Centre.

26 Jul 2025

5 Ways for Queer People to Recognise NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week is Australia’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Unlike other important First Nations days of awareness—such as Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week—that focus on how other Australians can address colonisation, NAIDOC is specifically about celebrating First Nations culture.

22 Jul 2025

Introducing Medicare-Subsidised Counselling

Thorne Harbour Health is proud to launch Under the Rainbow, our new Medicare-subsidised counselling service. At just $50 per session, this new offering expands on our existing free mental health counselling, helping us support more members of our LGBTIQA+ communities. We have a new dedicated psychologist available for this program.