We have a number of activities and events in the lead up to IDAHOBIT – the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia and Transphobia on Saturday 17 May 2025:

Rainbow Windows Competition

In partnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Hume City Council, we are encouraging local businesses and the community to decorate their shopfronts and windows in rainbows in recognition of IDAHOBIT.

The IDAHOBIT Rainbow Windows Competition helps to raise awareness about how we can come together as a community to address discrimination and rights violations still experienced by LGBTIQA+ people on a day-to-day basis.

For your chance to win a prize, register your business or window by Thursday 1 May.

Rainbow Inclusion Workshop

We are offering free online inclusive practice training for businesses and community members.  This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create safe, inclusive, and affirming environments for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse, intersex, and queer people in our region.

Wednesday 7 May 2025
6pm to 7.30pm
To book your place, click here.

Rainbow Story Time for Adults

In partnership with Goldfields Libraries we are holding a free story time for adults.  Rhiannon Williams-Demmon will read from ‘Queer as Fiction’, a collection of contemporary stories from the queer community.  Rhiannon is a narrative therapist and mental health clinician who has experience in a range of roles working with diverse populations, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent communities, and regional populations across the lifespan.  Rhiannon works with communities to use creative writing and artistic expression to strengthen community connections and wellbeing.

Thursday 15 May 2025
5.30pm -6.30pm
Kyneton Library, 3 Baynton Street, Kyneton

To book your place, click here.

Flag Raising

In partnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Hume City Council, we are hosting our annual IDAHOBIT flag raising ceremonies in Kyneton and Sunbury.

Kyneton

  • Free sausage sizzle
  • Musical performances
  • Guest speakers
  • Raising of the progress pride flag

Friday 16 May 2025
12pm to 1pm
Kyneton Mechanics Institute, 81 Mollison Street, Kyneton

Sunbury

  • Live music
  • Face painting and other kids activities
  • Guest speakers
  • Raising of the progress pride flag

Thursday 15 May 2025
4pm
Sunbury Library, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury

If you have any questions about any of these events, feel free to give us a call on 5421 1666 or email healthpromotion@scchc.org.au.

Other IDAHOBIT Events

For details of other events taking place in the Macedon Ranges in the lead up to IDAHOBIT, see the Macedon Ranges Shire Council website.