Thorne Harbour SA

13/11/2025

🌈 Have your say on the future for LGBTIQA+ South Australians! 🌈

With the state election coming up next March, South Australian Rainbow Advocacy Alliance (SARAA) and Equality Australia want to hear directly from our community about the issues that matter most.

💬 What are your priorities?
🕒 It takes just 5 minutes to share your voice.
📣 Your input will guide advocacy in parliament and help shape a happier, healthier future for us all.

👉 Take the survey today: https://tinyurl.com/4r4tbm3m

Together, we can ensure LGBTIQA+ South Australians are supported by friends, families, service providers and governments. 💜

12/11/2025

It’s time to amplify trans voices, share stories, and take action for inclusion. 🏳️‍⚧️

Trans and gender diverse experiences are an integral part of Thorne Harbour Health’s story. We’re a community of communities — diverse in our identities but united in our vision for equality.

Trans rights are q***r rights, and it’s the business of all of us to advance these and show allyship.

Head to transmonth.org.au to discover resources and more.

12/11/2025

Registrations are filling FAST to The Big Five-O, our panel discussion on Sun 16 Nov about the political context in which decriminalisation occurred and the role of feminist, anti-war, First Nations, and trade union activism in shaping that landscape.

One of our all-star panellists will be Karina Lester, a second-generation nuclear test survivor whose late father, Yami Lester, spent his life fighting for nuclear justice and was integral to the formation of the 1985 McClelland Royal Commission.

Karina, a senior Aboriginal language worker, continues this legacy in her role as International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICA) Ambassador.

Learn more and register: https://feast.org.au/events/the-big-five-o-activism-then-and-now/

11/11/2025

Powerful conversations with Minister Katrine Hildyard MP — Minister for Women, Children and the Prevention of Family & Domestic Violence.

We discussed the Royal Commission Report and the vital role of specialist family and domestic violence services in South Australia.

A huge thanks to the Minister for her genuine support and engagement with our Thorne Harbour Therapeutic Team.

10/11/2025

Observed annually since 1988, World AIDS Day is our biggest opportunity to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS.

Join us in the botanical gardens for this special picnic lunch, where we'll hear from community advocates. Food and drink provided.

Register via the link: https://thorneharbour.org/news-events/calendar-events/world-aids-day-picnic-adelaide/

06/11/2025

06/11/2025

South Australia come through! We had the best time celebrating Pride with you and can’t wait to do it all over again. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

View all the photos at the link: https://thorneharbour.org/news-events/galleries/adelaide-pride-march/

📸: Frankie The Creative

05/11/2025

04/11/2025

Bloomin' Fabulous is back for a third year! Expect vibrant designs, bold botanical statements, and a celebration of q***r joy in full bloom!

This dazzling fashion runway event showcases works by local and interstate makers capturing how botany and the symbolism of flowers have long been intertwined with q***r histories, identities, and acts of defiance.

Developed in partnership with SAMESH, this year's Bloomin' Fabulous marks a significant milestone—50 years since the decriminalisation of homosexuality in South Australia, the first Australian state to take this step toward equality. Our theme for 2025 is ‘Flower Power’ – inspired by the global protest movements of the 1960s and 70s, where flowers became symbols of radical love.

Join us in the Garden’s spectacular Bicentennial Conservatory for a runway show featuring fabulous botanic-inspired costumes, explore the exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year for free, and mingle with the makers and models at our Living Museum after the runway. Ticket includes one free drink, nibbles, and goody bag. Frock up floral! Prizes awarded for ‘Best in Bicon'!

Learn more and book tickets: https://feast.org.au/events/bloomin-fabulous-flower-power/

04/11/2025

We're incredibly sad to learn of the passing of Eric Kuhlmann.

This legend in Adelaide's LGBTIQA+ communities will be missed dearly. As a proud bear, a performer, and a leader - Eric will be remembered as a sweet, kind, and gentle soul who shared his talents working with a number of community organisations - in particular Feast Festival & Pride Adelaide.

For anyone seeking support at this time, don't hesitate to contact QLife Australia (3pm to midnight, every day) or contact Thorne Harbour Health's Specialist Mental Health Support. To make an appointment, head to: https://thorneharbour.org/south-australia/mental-health-service/

03/11/2025

On Nov 11, the World AIDS Day Red Ribbon Workshop will continue the longstanding spirit of activism for HIV and AIDS awareness.

For a gold coin donation, attendees can participate in ribbon making workshops while also hearing stories from guest speakers on why the red ribbon and World AIDS Day continue to be an important force for change.

Learn more and register: https://feast.org.au/events/red-ribbon-workshop/

01/11/2025

On Nov 8, head to Cafe 57, a relaxed rainbow community safe-space for LGBTQIA+ multicultural people, our friends and allies.

Drop in for a friendly drink and chat, meet others, share stories and enjoy socialising with other like-minded folks.

Free tea, coffee and snacks provided. Special guest speaker from the Australian GLBTIQ Multicultural Council, plus games and prizes.

Learn more and register: https://feast.org.au/events/cafe-57-multicultural-drop-in/