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SUMMARY:Spring Planet Positive Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed evening of community\, connection and joy. \nPlanet Positive is a welcoming social space for people living with HIV where everyone is invited: men\, women\, trans and gender diverse people\, as well as partners\, friends and family. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event open to HIV allies\, so please feel free to bring the people who support you. \nPlanet Positive is a place where our whole community meets. It is a time to connect with your community\, hear what is happening at LPV\, and bring anything you would like to our attention. \nWe will share delicious food and you can enjoy two complimentary drinks provided by LPV. There will also be a free raffle with lovely door prizes to add a bit of fun to the afternoon. \nIn addition to our usual program\, at our Spring Social\, we are excited to bring you the comedic stylings of volunteer and friend of LPV\, Grant Martin. You can find him and view his videos on socials at @itsgrantmartin. \nTo help us make sure we have enough food\, drinks and raffle tickets for everyone\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. If you need help with registering or have questions about the event\, Carles is here to help. You can email to caraya@lpv.org.au or call 0493 058 529. \nWe know it can feel a little nerve wracking to come to something new. If you are feeling unsure\, please reach out to Carles before the event. On the day\, our volunteers will be available to welcome you and help you find friendly faces. \nYou are welcome to come as you are and join us for a day of warmth\, good company and community connection. Your presence helps keep these spaces strong\, joyful and community centred.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/spring-planet-positive-social/
LOCATION:The Laird Hotel Melbourne\, 149 Gipps St Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260618T100021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T071448Z
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SUMMARY:Melbourne NAIDOC Week March
DESCRIPTION:LPV is joining the Melbourne NAIDOC Week March 2026.\nWhat is NAIDOC Week? \nNAIDOC stands for National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee. The week traces its roots to the Aboriginal rights movement of the 1930s and remains a cornerstone of cultural recognition today.\nNAIDOC Week promotes: \n\nCultural education and celebration\nTruth and reconciliation\nCommunity pride\nNational unity\n\nThis year’s theme\, 50 Years of Deadly\, is a tribute to the people who built the movement. The Elders\, organisers\, artists and community who made space\, turned resistance into expression and keep turning up year after year. \nAbout this event \nThe Melbourne NAIDOC Week March begins every year at the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) Nicholson Street clinic and ends at Federation Square. \nActivities start at 10am and LPV will be gathering at our banner from 11:30am for a 12pm start. \nBring a sign\, your mates or simply walk with us for a catch up behind the LPV banner. Register below to be kept up to date with any further info. \n\nAlso this NAIDOC Week\nRead lived experience stories from community members Michelle and Jacob HERE.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/melbourne-naidoc-week-march/
LOCATION:VAHS Fitzroy\, 186 Nicholson St\, Fitzroy\, VIC\, 3065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260520T061246Z
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SUMMARY:Planet Positive Winter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and welcoming event hosted by Living Positive Victoria! Everyone is invited – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse people living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. Enjoy delicious food\, complimentary drinks\, and a chance to win great door prizes in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. \nPlanet Positive is a place where our whole community meets. It is a time to connect with others\, hear what is happening at LPV\, and bring anything you would like to our attention. \nFor this edition\, we are excited to add a new activity to the afternoon. We will be joined by two professional dancers from Colombia\, who will guide us through a fun and gentle dance session to help warm up our bodies during the colder weather. Everyone is welcome to take part in whatever way feels comfortable\, whether that means dancing\, learning a few moves\, cheering others on\, or simply enjoying the energy. If you are keen to join in\, you might like to wear something comfortable so you can move freely. \nWe will share delicious food and you can enjoy two complimentary drinks provided by LPV. There will also be a free raffle with lovely door prizes to add a bit of fun to the day. \nTo help us make sure we have enough food\, drinks and raffle tickets for everyone\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. If you need help with registering or have questions about the event\, Carles is here to help. You can email caraya@lpv.org.au or call 0493 058 529. \nWe know it can feel a little nerve wracking to come to something new. If you are feeling unsure\, please reach out to Carles before the event. On the day\, our volunteers will be there to welcome you and help you find friendly faces.\nYou are welcome to come as you are and join us for an afternoon of warmth\, movement\, good company and community connection. Your presence helps keep these spaces strong\, joyful and community centred.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-winter/
LOCATION:The Laird\, 149 Gipps St\, Abbotsford\, Victoria\, 3067\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260704T170000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
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SUMMARY:Polaroid\, Polaroid\, Polaroid
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening night of Polaroid Polaroid Polaroid\, a group exhibition presented by MARS Gallery in support of Living Positive Victoria. Inspired by the enduring appeal of the Polaroid\, the exhibition brings together artists\, curators\, and community members exploring themes of memory\, intimacy\, storytelling\, and connection through this iconic photographic medium. Alongside the exhibition\, works from artist Emil Canita’s polaroid series will be on display\, curated in accompaniment to LPV’s Let Them Know: Why and How to Share Your HIV Story resource with support from ViiV Healthcare. Proceeds from artwork sales and donations will support Living Positive Victoria’s peer-led programs and services for people living with HIV. \nPresented by MARS Gallery in support of Living Positive Victoria \n  \nOpening Event\nTuesday 23 June\, 6.00pm to 8.00pm \n  \nLiving Positive Victoria (LPV) is pleased to support and promote Polaroid Polaroid Polaroid\, a group exhibition presented by MARS Gallery that brings together a snapshot of the MARS community while raising funds for people living with HIV. \nInspired by Andy Warhol’s love of capturing the everyday with a Polaroid camera\, the exhibition invites artists\, curators\, and art enthusiasts to explore the Polaroid as both a photographic medium and an object open to personal interpretation. \nSince its introduction in 1948\, the Polaroid has become an iconic and accessible form of photography\, loved for its ability to transform fleeting moments into instant keepsakes. Polaroid Polaroid Polaroid celebrates this playful and democratic medium through a diverse collection of works contributed by the MARS community. Proceeds from artwork sales will support the work of Living Positive Victoria. \nAlongside the exhibition\, artist Emil Canita will showcase their polaroid series curated in accompaniment to LPV’s resource Let Them Know: Why and How to Share Your HIV Story\, supported by ViiV Healthcare. \nLet Them Know was developed in response to a long-standing gap in how HIV disclosure is supported in Australia and globally. The project grew from peer-led HIV disclosure workshops that began during COVID-19\, a period marked by heightened isolation and uncertainty. \nPhotographed in domestic\, intimate\, and everyday settings\, the images centre moments of closeness\, trust\, and vulnerability rather than disclosure as a singular event. The people featured come from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences\, reflecting the multicultural reality of people living with HIV in Australia today. Each image is paired with a verbatim quote drawn from the participant’s own story. Rather than attempting to explain a life in full\, these fragments function as gestures of recognition\, curiosity\, and care. \nDeveloped by and for people living with HIV\, Let Them Know is a national campaign featuring voices from across Australia and across the serodivide. It reframes HIV disclosure not as something driven by fear or obligation\, but as a gift. Knowing someone’s HIV status is a privilege. The works presented form part of a national poster campaign distributed through clinics and community organisations across Australia. \nFunds raised through Polaroid Polaroid Polaroid will help support LPV’s peer-led programs\, community activities\, and services that reduce isolation and strengthen connection for people living with HIV across Victoria.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/polaroid-polaroid-polaroid/
LOCATION:MARS Gallery\, 7 James St\, Windsor\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Entire community (regardless of HIV status)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260615T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260615T170000
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CREATED:20260511T020159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T045653Z
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SUMMARY:Report Launch: The experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV
DESCRIPTION:Join Living Positive Victoria and Latrobe University as we report findings from our Australian-first study into the experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV. \nIn an Australian first\, this qualitative study investigated the experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV\, focusing on Victoria. It included experiences of navigating health and support services\, social connection\, identity\, and belonging. The study was a joint project between the Australian Research Centre in Sex\, Health and Society (La Trobe University)\, Living Positive Victoria\, Transgender Victoria and Equinox (Thorne Harbour Health). Its findings and recommendations should be used to improve clinical and support services\, research\, and program development for trans and gender diverse people living with HIV. \nAbout the event\nOur launch event will report main findings from the study\, with a focus on: \n\nThe negotiation of gender and HIV status\nBarriers and enablers to positive and affirming clinical and social care\nSocial connection\, community and belonging\n\nIt will feature a presentation from Dr Percy Gurtler (report lead author) and panel discussion with lived experience and community partner members from the project advisory group\, moderated by Graham Brown. \nThis is a hybrid event\, and can be attended in-person at the La Trobe City Campus or on Zoom. Afternoon tea will be provided. La Trobe City Campus is fully wheelchair accessible.\nThis research was conducted by the Australian Research Centre In Sex Health and Society (La Trobe University)\, commissioned by Living Positive Victoria and funded by the Victorian Government Department of Health.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/report-launch-the-experiences-of-trans-and-gender-diverse-people-living-with-hiv/
LOCATION:La Trobe University city campus & online via Zoom\, Level 2\, Room 2.11\, 360 Collins St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),LGBTQIA+,Online,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260517T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260517T183000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260331T101900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T104326Z
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SUMMARY:2026 International AIDS Candlelight Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Peer Magic: The Power of Connection\, Care and Lived Experience \n2026 marks 41 years since the first International AIDS Candlelight Memorial was held in Melbourne. This year we recognise the vital role of peers in the response to HIV and AIDS with the theme Peer Magic: The Power of Connection\, Care and Lived Experience. \nJoin us as we gather in community to share stories\, reflect\, and commemorate the friends\, family and lovers we have lost to AIDS over the decades. Together we honour the enduring strength of peer support and the people who continue to shape a more compassionate and informed future for those living with HIV. \nAs we light candles in remembrance\, we also look forward. The memorial is a time to acknowledge the power of connection\, care and lived experience\, and to reaffirm our commitment to building a better world for all peers living with HIV. \nThe evening will feature a panel discussion on the power of peer connection\, alongside reflections from community speakers including Susan Paxton\, Adam Ehm and LPV CEO Richard Keane. \nMusic from the Low Rez Melbourne Male Choir will be woven throughout the program\, leading into a candle lighting moment to honour those we have lost and celebrate their lives. \nAttendees will also recieve a commemorative pin to mark this special occasion.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/2026-international-aids-candlelight-memorial-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,Online,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260204T010029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T010029Z
UID:13277-1773493200-1773504000@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive GOES SOUTH for Autumn
DESCRIPTION:Planet Positive is a welcoming social space for people living with HIV where everyone is invited: men\, women\, trans and gender diverse people\, as well as partners\, friends and family. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event open to HIV allies\, so please feel free to bring the people who support you. \nThis Planet Positive will take place at the St Kilda Sports Club. It is a comfortable\, inclusive space that will allow us to enjoy each other’s company in a relaxed setting. \nPlanet Positive is a place where our whole community meets. It is a time to connect with your community\, hear what is happening at LPV\, and bring anything you would like to our attention. \nWe will share delicious food and you can enjoy two complimentary drinks provided by LPV. There will also be a free raffle with lovely door prizes to add a bit of fun to the night. \nTo help us make sure we have enough food\, drinks and raffle tickets for everyone\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. If you need help with registering or have questions about the event\, Carles is here to help. You can email to caraya@lpv.org.au or call 0493 058 529. \nWe know it can feel a little nerve wracking to come to something new. If you are feeling unsure\, please reach out to Carles before the event. On the day\, our volunteers will be available to welcome you and help you find friendly faces. \nYou are welcome to come as you are and join us for a day of warmth\, good company and community connection. Your presence helps keep these spaces strong\, joyful and community centred.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-goes-south-for-autumn/
LOCATION:St Kilda Sports Club\, 66 Fitzroy St\, St Kilda\, VIC\, 3182\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260309T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260220T002909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T003303Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Art at the Bullarto Hall
DESCRIPTION:Curated and presented by Tom Harvey\, Queer Art at the Bullarto Hall is a group exhibition celebrating contemporary queer visual art from across Victoria\, presented as part of the ChillOut Festival in Daylesford over the Labour Day long weekend. \nThe exhibition will include recent works first shown in You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)\, featuring portrait works from Living Positive Victoria’s HIV disclosure guide\, Let Them Know. These works centre lived experience\, intimacy\, and the many ways queer communities hold care\, memory\, and connection. \nAlongside these pieces\, the exhibition brings together a broader selection of queer visual art practices from across Victoria\, curated by Tom Harvey\, offering a generous snapshot of the diversity\, tenderness\, and strength of queer creativity today. \nSet within the welcoming space of Bullarto Hall\, this exhibition invites visitors to slow down\, spend time with the work\, and encounter stories that speak to love\, resilience\, and community. \nEntry is by gold coin donation. \nThis exhibition is part of ChillOut Festival\, Australia’s longest-running regional LGBTQIA+ pride celebration\, transforming Daylesford and surrounds into a vibrant hub of queer arts\, culture\, and community.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/queer-art-at-the-bullarto-hall/
LOCATION:Bullarto Hall\, Old Blackwood Rd\, Bullarto\, VIC\, 3461\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260113T053622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T234010Z
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SUMMARY:HIV Disclosure Guide launch + workshop
DESCRIPTION:Living Positive Victoria and the HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) invite you to take part in the re-launch of the updated and revised HIV Disclosure Guide\, plus a workshop exploring it in detail and answering your questions\, hosted by Hope Street Radio. \nOriginally launched in 2020\, this comprehensive guide examines the considerations of disclosing your status in various scenarios such as workplaces\, relationships\, travel and migration. This new edition “Disclosing your HIV Status: Your Rights and Responsibilities in Victoria” builds on this and ensures that the information is up-to-date and relevant for people living with HIV today. There will also be a launch of a new and updated ‘pocket guide’ for easy access of the key information right at your fingertips! \nExcerpt from the guide: \nDisclosure is one of the main areas where the law affects the lives of people living with HIV. Whether you are thinking about disclosing your status or someone is asking you to\, this guide will help you to understand the legal requirements\, non-legal considerations\, and your rights to privacy and non-discrimination when disclosing. The guide may also help people such as counsellors and social workers who offer support services to people living with HIV. \nThe guide includes: \n\ninformation about your right to privacy and freedom from discrimination\nhow to protect these rights.\n\nAbout the event: \nHear from HALC’s Strategic Policy Lawyer\, Bethany Rodgers\, about the legal considerations at play when deciding who to disclose your status to (or not disclose)\, and your rights if your privacy is violated or you experience discrimination. This will be facilitated in a workshop style setting with an opportunity to ask questions at the end. \nIf you have a question you’d like to ask at the event\, you can submit it (anonymously if you choose) using this form and the speakers will do their best to answer it. There will also be an opportunity to answer questions from the audience on the night. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nHow to find us: \nThis event is taking place at Hope Street Radio\, which is within the Collingwood Yards precinct.\nIt’s on the ground level of the Perry Street Building. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nThis event is part of a week long exhibition\, You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) presented by LPV\, the National Association of People with HIV Australia (NAPWHA) and ViiV Healthcare. \nOther events coinciding with the exhibit:\n🎤 Friday 6 February 6PM – 8PM\nStorytelling Evening / Exhibition Launch \nAn intimate evening of readings from contributors to Let Them Know: Why and How to Share Your HIV Story\, creating space for shared listening\, connection\, and community. \n➡️ Please register for this event here \n  \n  \n  \n🗣️Sunday 8 February 10:30AM – 12PM\nPanel Discussion: HIV Campaigns\, Memory\, and Visibility\nHeld during the VicPride Street Party as part of Midsumma Festival\, this panel brings together people from our communities to reflect on the cultural\, political\, and community histories of HIV campaigns. \n➡️ Please register for this event here \n  \n  \n  \nEveryone is welcome. These events are open to everyone regardless of HIV status.\nPlease feel free to invite the people who matter to you and make a day of it together. \nYou Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) will be FREE and open to the public from 9:00am to 5:00pm daily\, from 6–12 February\, and can be visited at any point throughout the day.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/hiv-disclosure-guide-launch/
LOCATION:Hope Street Radio\, Ground level\, Perry Street Building\, Collingwood Yards\, 35 Johnston Street\, Collingwood\, VIC\, 3066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T120000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260113T043234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T002658Z
UID:13154-1770546600-1770552000@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Reflecting on HIV Campaigns Through the Years: Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:From fear-based messaging to sex-positive\, peer-led\, and community-driven storytelling\, HIV campaigns have always reflected the social and political moments they were created in. \nThis panel brings together artists\, advocates\, and community voices to reflect on how HIV campaigns have shifted over time\, what they got right\, where they caused harm\, and what we can learn as we move forward. \nDrawing on lived experience\, creative practice\, archives\, and community work\, the conversation explores how images\, language\, and public messaging shape how people living with HIV are seen\, treated\, and understood. \nSet against the backdrop of You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)\, this discussion asks what it means to create HIV campaigns today. Who are they for? Who is missing? And how do we make work that is ethical\, accountable\, and grounded in lived realities rather than fear or simplification? \nThis is a reflective and forward-looking conversation about visibility\, responsibility\, and the power of representation in HIV storytelling. \nAbout the speakers:
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/reflecting-on-hiv-campaigns-through-the-years-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Collingwood Yards\, 35 Johnston Street\, Collingwood\, VIC\, 3066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T150000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260109T072954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T232958Z
UID:13131-1770400800-1770908400@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/you-make-me-feel-mighty-real/
LOCATION:Collingwood Yards\, 35 Johnston Street\, Collingwood\, VIC\, 3066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260201T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260201T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20260108T014450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T100929Z
UID:13111-1769938200-1769954400@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Join us for Midsumma Pride March!
DESCRIPTION:🌈 Joining us for Midsumma Pride March 2026? \nHere’s some useful info… \nLet’s show up loud and #ProudlyPositive 💙 \nWe can’t wait to march with you and celebrate our wonderfully diverse community at the Midsumma Festival Pride March. Whether you’re positive or not\, walking with LPV is a powerful way to show solidarity and visibility for people living with HIV. \n📍 When: Sunday 1 February 2026\n⏰ Meet: 9:30am (please be on time – you won’t be able to join once we’ve started)\n🚶‍♀️ March starts: 10:30am\n📍 Where: Ian Johnson Oval\, St Kilda\n🟦 Find us in: Wave D – look for the signs on the oval\n🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 More the merrier – this event is for everyone regardless of their HIV status. Please register below \n⚠️ Please note there will be road and public transport closures.\nFor travel info\, check the Midsumma website before you head in \n🎒 What to bring\nThe forecast is mild (around 19° and cloudy)\, so come prepared with:\n• a water bottle and sunscreen (we’ll have some extras too)\n• hat and sunglasses\n• and whatever you need to look and feel fabulous ✨ \n👕 When you arrive\nOnce we’re together in Wave D\, we’ll hand out wristbands\, LPV t-shirts and our branded umbrellas.\nWe’ll also need two volunteers to carry our new banner at the front! \n📸 We’ll grab a few happy snaps – then it’s time to march.\nBe as loud and proud as you like and show your true colours! \n🏁 At the end\nThe march takes about 20 minutes and finishes at Catani Gardens.\nWe’ll collect our LPV gear from you and then you’re free to enjoy the rest of the day’s festivities. \n📞 Need help on the day?\nThe LPV coordinators can help \nTom – 0433 717 920\nAdrian – 0414 689 808 \nWe can’t wait to march with you in pride\, celebrating 38 years of HIV peer support! 💙
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/join-us-for-midsumma-pride-march/
LOCATION:Ian Johnson Oval\, Fitzroy St\, St Kilda\, 3182
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20251021T003212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T003212Z
UID:12870-1765026000-1765036800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive Summer Social 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of community\, connection\, and fun! \nPlanet Positive is a welcoming social event open to everyone – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse individuals living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event that is open to HIV-negative people\, so everyone is invited! \nCome and enjoy delicious food provided by Nourish@Collingwood\, and sip on two complimentary drinks\, courtesy of Living Positive Victoria. The Laird Hotel will also be grilling up some tasty BBQ sausages for everyone to enjoy. \nPlus\, don’t miss your chance to win one of 3 amazing door prizes in our free raffle! \nTo receive your drink tickets and raffle tickets\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. This helps us ensure we have enough food and drinks for everyone. If you need any assistance with the registration process\, please don’t hesitate to contact LPV staff. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! Everyone is welcome\, so bring your friends\, partners\, and family members for a night of great company and good vibes.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-summer-social-2025/
LOCATION:The Laird Hotel Melbourne\, 149 Gipps St Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251201T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251201T180000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20251023T013903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T052503Z
UID:12873-1764581400-1764612000@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day 2025 Official Community Launch
DESCRIPTION:World AIDS Day is a day to show support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people we have lost to the epidemic. World AIDS Day is recognised internationally with many countries marking the day with events to raise public awareness of HIV and AIDS care\, treatment\, research and prevention. \nThis years theme is: No One Left Behind \nLiving Positive Victoria in conjunction with our partners will host the Official Community Launch\, with speeches from a range of guests followed by morning tea and lunch. \nThis event will provide an opportunity to gather as a community\, show solidarity with people living with HIV\, and remember those we have lost to an AIDS-related illness. The afternoon will included talks by some of the leading researchers\, scientists and community advocates in the field of HIV research. \n\nOrder of the day\n🔴 9:30am to 12pm Morning session  – Official Community Launch \n\n\nWelcome to Country – Willie Pepper from the Boonwurrung Land and Sea Council\nOpening address by Victorian Government Department of Health\nWorld AIDS Day address by the President of Living Positive Victoria\, Craig Brennan\nLived experience talk by Ko’lini\n\n\n10:30am to 11am Morning tea\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Forum panel discussion: Moderator Chad Hughes in conversation with Javier\, Marc and Percy.\n\n\n\n\n12pm to 1pm Lunch\n\n🔴 1pm to 5:30pm Afternoon session  – mHIVE Scientific Symposium \n\n\n\nWelcome address by Professor Brendan Crabb (Director & CEO the Burnet Institute)\nKeynote Speaker: Dr Jeanne Marrazzo (Former Director NIH)\nClinical Perspectives Speaker: Professor Jason Ong (Director\, Melbourne Sexual Health Clinic)\n\n\n\n\n2:40pm to 3:20pm Afternoon Tea\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Perspectives Panel Discussion: Moderator Dr Sushena Krishnaswamy (ID physician\, Monash Health) in conversation with Dr Mihiri Weerasusia (MonashHealth)\, Mohamed\, Babi and Dr Dean Murphy (ARCSHS).\nViiV Healthcare Early-Midcareer Research Abstracts\nPoster Viewing session\nGilead Award Presentation & Event Official Closing\n\n\n\n🔴 5:30pm Event closes \n  \n  \nYou can Join on Zoom \nMeeting ID: 927 1533 5145 \nPasscode: 127128 \n  \nFor more World AIDS Day events\, head to worldaidsday.org.au
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/world-aids-day-2025-official-community-launch/
LOCATION:Alfred Theatre\, Alfred Hospital\, 75 Commercial Rd\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,Online,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251124T190000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20251111T054045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T060953Z
UID:12948-1764007200-1764010800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Multicultural Engagement Strategy: Community Launch
DESCRIPTION:In the lead-up to this year’s World AIDS Day events\, Living Positive Victoria invites you to join us for the launch of our Multicultural Engagement Strategy 2025–2028. \nDeveloped in partnership with Ananda Training & Consultancy and guided by our Multicultural Advisory Committee\, this strategy is the result of extensive consultation with a broad range of multicultural organisations and community stakeholders. \nQuote from CEO\, Richard Keane: \n“Building on our recognised support programs for multicultural folks living with HIV\, this Multicultural Engagement Strategy shifts us from being reactive to the needs of emerging communities to being proactive and deliberate. It strengthens our organisation through a three-year action plan that embeds an anti-racism framework\, improves cultural and psychological safety\, builds capacity\, and elevates the lived experience of people born overseas and Australians of diverse cultural backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure inclusiveness\, accessibility\, and meaningful engagement across all our programs and services.” \nJoin us to be among the first to see the official launch of this important piece of work that will guide our organisation’s direction for years to come. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. \nGetting there: \nThe Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre is a short walk from the #1 tram stop on Swanston St\, servicing the 1\, 3\, 5\, 6\, 16\, 64\, 67 and 72 tram lines. The building is wheelchair accessible. \nOn-street metered parking is available in surrounding streets (make sure to check signage).
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/multicultural-engagement-strategy-launch/
LOCATION:Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre\, 251 Faraday St\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251018T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251018T153000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20250812T061458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T072408Z
UID:12472-1760790600-1760801400@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:2025 Annual General Meeting + BBQ lunch
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Living Positive Victoria\, along with a complimentary BBQ lunch. \nThe Board of Living Positive Victoria warmly invites our members and supporters to our Annual General Meeting and BBQ lunch. \nThe BBQ and social will begin at 12.30pm on Saturday\, October 18\, at the Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra. Come share a chat\, a bite to eat\, and connect with community before the formal proceedings begin. A range of dietary options will be catered for. Please select your options on the registration page. \nOur AGM will commence around 1.30pm\, featuring the presentation of our Annual and Financial Reports\, community awards\, and a special announcement about our future direction. It is more than a formal requirement. It is a moment to reflect\, reconnect\, and look ahead together. This is your opportunity to hear from the Board\, celebrate our shared achievements\, and help shape the direction of our organisation. \nYour presence matters. By joining us\, you affirm our direction\, celebrate progress\, and strengthen connections within our community. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/2025-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Entire community (regardless of HIV status),PLHIV (all people living with HIV)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T210000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071242
CREATED:20250820T010649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T003221Z
UID:12532-1759255200-1759266000@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Bi Visibility Day Celebration with Bi+ Pride Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Bi Visibility Day with LPV’s Bi++ group and Bi+ Pride Victoria. \nThis event is accessible and open to all bi + folk. If you are unsure if this event is for you reach out. Questioning queers are welcome too! \nThis is the first time our groups are coming together and we couldn’t think of a better reason than for bi visibility! \nSeptember 23rd highlights bisexuality and the challenges posed by biphobia and bisexual erasure\, as well as celebrating the work of a growing number of local\, national and international organisations around the world which champion bisexual visibility and equality. It was first marked in 1999 and recognition has grown greatly in recent years. It is a celebration in particular of bi identity but also of other identities under the “bi+ umbrella” like pansexual\, polysexual and omnisexual\, just to name a few. \nWe will be meeting at the Positive Living Centre from 6pm where we can all meet\, celebrate our biconic community and enjoy some bi history from the queer archives. \nDinner and light refreshments provided. \nThis event is accessible and open to all bi + folk. If you are unsure if this event is for you reach out. Questioning queers are welcome too! \nIf you have any questions about this event or need help attending\, please contact Sarah at sfeagan@lpv.org.au or Sally at info@bipluspridevic.org.au
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/hiv-bi-visibility-day/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Latinx,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20250723T013801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T013801Z
UID:12424-1757161800-1757174400@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive: Spring Social
DESCRIPTION:Planet Positive is a welcoming social event open to everyone – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse individuals living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event that is open to HIV-negative people\, so everyone is invited! \nCome and enjoy delicious food provided by Nourish@Collingwood\, and sip on two complimentary drinks\, courtesy of Living Positive Victoria. The Laird Hotel will also be grilling up some tasty BBQ sausages for everyone to enjoy. \nPlus\, don’t miss your chance to win one of 3 amazing door prizes in our FREE raffle! \nTo receive your drink tickets and raffle tickets\, please register in advance. Each person needs to register individually. This helps us ensure we have enough food and drinks for everyone. If you need any assistance with the registration process\, please don’t hesitate to contact LPV staff. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! Everyone is welcome\, so bring your friends\, partners\, and family members for an afternoon of great company and good vibes.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/hiv-planet-positive-spring-2025/
LOCATION:The Laird Hotel Melbourne\, 149 Gipps St Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250614T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250614T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20250407T065537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T065537Z
UID:12069-1749904200-1749918600@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive Winter Social: South Side
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of community\, connection\, and fun! \nPlanet Positive is a welcoming social event open to everyone – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse individuals living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event that is open to HIV-negative people\, so everyone is invited! \nCome and enjoy delicious food\, and sip on two complimentary drinks\, courtesy of Living Positive Victoria. \nPlus\, don’t miss your chance to win an amazing door prizes in our free raffle! \nTo receive your drink tickets and raffle tickets\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. This helps us to ensure we have enough food and drinks for everyone. If you need any assistance with the registration process\, please don’t hesitate to contact LPV staff at info@lpv.org.au. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nEveryone is welcome\, so bring your friends\, partners and family members for a day of great company and good vibes!
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-winter-social-south-side/
LOCATION:St Kilda Sports Club\, 66 Fitzroy St\, St Kilda\, VIC\, 3182\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250518T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250518T180000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20250414T045732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T051932Z
UID:12083-1747584000-1747591200@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:International AIDS Candlelight Memorial: 40th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:This year’s International AIDS Candlelight Memorial global theme is ‘Don’t forget to remember’. We reflect on this\, the 40th anniversary of the first Candlelight Memorial in Melbourne and invite community members to join us in acknowledging this milestone and opportunity to meet friends and peers in commemorating this important event. \nThis year’s International AIDS Candlelight Memorial ceremony\, co-ordinated worldwide by the Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+) will be hosted in Melbourne by Living Positive. \nJoin us in this the 40th International Candlelight Memorial to be held in Melbourne. \n\nAfternoon tea will be provided from 4pm to 5pm.\nOfficial commemoration starts at 5pm.\n\nThe night\, MC’d by JoyFM’s Dean Arcuri\, will include a panel discussion by community members\, two talks from members of our Positive Speakers Bureau\, and an address by CEO\, Richard Keane\, all complemented by the beautiful musical stylings of the LOW REZ Melbourne Male Choir. \nPLUS\, registrants will receive a special 40th Anniversary badge as a token of this momentous occasion. \nRemember to register as space is limited. \nGetting there: The 604 bus and 72 tram stop just outside the Positive Living Centre. Prahran station on the Sandringham line is also a 9-minute walk away. \nThere will be no onsite parking on the day. Limited street parking is available nearby. \n \nPlease note: we will be recording photography/videography during this event. \nThe event will be live streamed on YouTube for those unable to attend in person. Use the link below to join and click ‘Notify me’ to receive updates. The live stream will start at approximately 4:50PM on the day. \n \n\nThe International Candlelight Memorial is presented in partnership with Positive Women Victoria and Thorne Harbour Health. \n 
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/international-aids-candlelight-memorial-40th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Healthcare workers,Heterosexual men,Latinx,LGBTQIA+,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,Online,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Refugees & Migrants,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20250128T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T005802Z
UID:11856-1742043600-1742054400@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive Autumn Social
DESCRIPTION:Planet Positive is a welcoming social event open to everyone – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse individuals living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event that is open to HIV-negative people\, so everyone is invited! \nCome and enjoy delicious food\, and sip on two complimentary drinks\, courtesy of Living Positive Victoria. The Laird Hotel will also be grilling up some tasty BBQ sausages for everyone to enjoy. \nPlus\, don’t miss your chance to win an amazing door prizes in our free raffle! \nTo receive your drink tickets and raffle tickets\, please register below. Each person needs to register individually. This helps us ensure we have enough food and drinks for everyone. If you need any assistance with the registration process\, please don’t hesitate to contact LPV staff. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! Everyone is welcome\, so bring your friends\, partners\, and family members for an afternoon of great company and good vibes.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-autumn-social-7/
LOCATION:The Laird Hotel Melbourne\, 149 Gipps St Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Latinx,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250202T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20241217T221000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T001958Z
UID:11750-1738488600-1738504800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:March with us at this Midsumma Pride March
DESCRIPTION:In response to recent disgusting and hateful comments posted on our Facebook feed regarding our involvement in Pride March  (which we have deleted)\, LPV CEO Richard Keane says: \n“I have never seen such negativity and hatred like we experienced over the last week on Facebook.  Our team had to monitor our posts and remove comments and imagery that was offensive\, violent and potentially traumatising for our community. As a result this post will have comments disabled so that is not repeated.  \nThe opposite of hate is love and taking PRIDE in who we are in all our wonderful diversity.   I wish to personally extend an invitation to our members\, our clients and allies to join us at this years’ Pride March on Sunday. \nThe activism and solidarity that built our movement is now being required of us again to fend off far right extremism taking place across a range of social and other media platforms and attacking our community and our right to live a life free from hatred and persecution. Now more than ever\, we need to show our resilience\, our solidarity and come together with love and Pride.” \nWith this at top of mind\, we welcome you to join Team LPV at this year’s celebratory Midsumma Pride March. Regardless of your status\, this is about proudly showing support for people living with HIV and celebrating diversity in all its forms. \nPre registrations to march have now closed but if you would like to turn up on the day\, the assembly point for the LPV contingent is WAVE M\, at the Ian Johnson Oval\, cnr Fitzroy Street & Lakeside Drive\, St Kilda. Please meet us there between 9.30 – 10am. \nThe March itself will commence at 10:30am on Fitzroy St where we will eventually reach the Catani Gardens. (*this time is correct as of 7PM\, 30 Jan) \nWe’d love you to join us in this exciting opportunity to get together again and celebrate our diversity. \nA note regarding the weather: Sunday is forecast to be very hot\, however\, at the time of the march\, temperatures are estimated to be in the low 30s. We request that you use your own discretion and make your own judgement around your ability to march. We encourage you to come prepared with hats\, sunglasses\, sunscreen and water.  We will have additional water and sunscreen just in case!  \n 
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/march-with-us-at-this-midsumma-pride-march/
LOCATION:Fitzroy Street\, St Kilda\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241217T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241217T210000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20241025T005225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T013756Z
UID:11566-1734458400-1734469200@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Family Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Christmas is just around the corner so it’s time to party! \nWe invite all women\, heterosexual\, bi+ men and trans and gender diverse folks living with HIV and everyone living with HIV who has children aged 17 and under to celebrate with us! \nThe night includes fun stuff for kids. In fact\, it’s fun and enjoyable for all ages. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the year with old friends and make new ones over a specially catered dinner. \nIf we are all very good Santa might drop by with some presents. \nIt will commence at 6pm and finish at 9pm. Dinner will be served at 6:15pm. \nRegistration closes on the 5th of December and spots are limited so make sure to register in time as spots are limited. \nPartners are welcome\, as are your children if you are their parent or legal guardian. \nWhen registering please include all the names and ages of the children\, and the names of all adults joining you for the evening.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/family-christmas-party-3/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241214T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241214T160000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20241106T031952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T234550Z
UID:11601-1734181200-1734192000@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Planet Positive Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of community\, connection\, and fun! Planet Positive is a welcoming social event open to everyone – men\, women\, trans\, and gender-diverse individuals living with HIV\, along with their friends\, partners\, and families. This is the only Living Positive Victoria event that is open to HIV-negative people\, so everyone is invited! \nEnjoy delicious food from Nourish@Collingwood\, two complimentary drinks\, and tasty BBQ sausages provided by The Laird Hotel. Don’t miss out on the chance to win one of three amazing door prizes in our free raffle! \nPlease register individually to receive drink and raffle tickets. This helps us ensure there’s enough food and drinks for everyone. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n✅ Enjoy a delicious free meal\, \n✅ 2 complimentary drinks\, \n✅ a chance to win great door prizes \n✅ a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/planet-positive-summer-social-7/
LOCATION:The Laird Hotel Melbourne\, 149 Gipps St Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,MSM (Men who have Sex with Men),Newly diagnosed,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Wheelchair Accessible,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241129T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241129T180000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20241110T034131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T012511Z
UID:11595-1732870800-1732903200@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:World AIDS Day 2024 Official Community Launch and mHIVE Scientific Symposium\nYou are invited to join us from 9am on Friday 29 November in recognition of World AIDS Day 2024\, to acknowledge that people living with HIV are not forgotten and that we continue in our efforts toward the prevention of HIV\, the removal of barriers to testing & treatment and access to services without judgement and stigma. \nWe will be livestreaming the morning session of World AIDS Day 2024\, starting from 9:15AM. Please visit the link below to connect. \n \n\nMorning Session: Official Community Launch and Panel discussion\n9.30am: Opening address by keynote speaker\nThe Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MLA\, Minister for Health\, Minister for Health Infrastructure and Minister for Ambulance Services. \n9.45am: Official welcome\nCraig Brennan\, LPV President. \n10am: Reflections on the issue of inclusion of PLHIV\nProf. Graham Brown & Heather Ellis\, speaking on issues associated with HIV and ageing and their personal journeys of living with HIV as people over 50. \n10.30am: Morning Tea\nKindly supported by the Department of Health and Human Services and ViiV Healthcare. \n11am: Community Forum\nModerated Dr Catherine Barrett (Celebrate Ageing) with Panelists John Cain\, Dimitri Daskalakis\, Bev Greet & Adam Bratt. A Panel discussion will focus on Living and Ageing well with HIV around topics such as long healthy lives\, aged care support and ageing services. \n12pm: Lunch\nKindly supported by ViiV Healthcare. \n  \nAfternoon Session: mHIVE Scientific Symposium\n1pm: Welcome Address\nProf. Melissa Churchill\, RMIT. \n1.05pm: Official Welcome\nProf. Steve Wesselingh\, CEO of NHMRC ‘Targeting the HIV reservoir to improve health for people with HIV’. \n1.15pm: Keynote Speaker\nProf. Afam Okoye (Oregon Primate Centre\, USA). \n2.10pm: Clinical Perspectives\nProf. Bruce Brew\, St Vincent’s Hospital\, Sydney. \n2.40pm: HIV Unwrapped\nDiscussion. \n2.50pm: Afternoon Tea \n3.30pm: Community Perspectives\nPanel Discussion on living with HIV comorbidities including neurocognitive disorders moderated by Dr Thomas Norman (ARCSHS). Panelists: Dr Eric Glare\, Lorraine Harding\, Professor Janine Trevillyan. \n4.10pm: Oral Abstracts\nSelected abstracts. \n5.20pm: Poster Viewing and networking \n5.30pm: Award Presentation & Official Closing \n  \nAnyone requiring mobility assistance please notify event staff upon arrival. \n 
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/world-aids-day-2024/
LOCATION:Kaleide Theatre\, RMIT\, Building 8\, 350 Swanston Street\, Melbourne\, Vic\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aged care workers,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Healthcare workers,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Wheelchair Accessible
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241026T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241026T173000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20241010T002532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T082133Z
UID:11530-1729956600-1729963800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Positive Migrants: Diwali Festival Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Diwali Festival Celebration at Marvel Stadium for all folks living with HIV \nCelebrate the magic of Diwali with us at Marvel Stadium! Enjoy the vibrant festival of lights with music\, dance\, and cultural performances\, while connecting with other migrants living with HIV. \nRSVP: Please let us know if you can attend by using the button below. \nIf you’re joining us earlier for the Positive Migrants: Mindful Movement & Nourishing Connections event from 12:00 PM\, we will head to the Diwali Festival together after lunch. \nDon’t miss this chance to experience the lively Diwali celebrations while connecting with our community!
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/positive-migrants-diwali-festival-celebration/
LOCATION:Marvel Stadium\, 740 Bourke St\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,PLHIV (all people living with HIV),Positive Asians,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241019T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241019T153000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20230831T031153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T233254Z
UID:9557-1729341000-1729351800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:The board and staff team at Living Positive Victoria would like to invite all of our members\, clients and stakeholder partners to attend our Annual General Meeting for 2024. \nThe AGM is a great opportunity to learn about our achievements over the past year and hear about some of our plans for the coming year. If you are living with HIV and are interested in finding out about Living Positive Victoria\, please come along to hear from some of our Directors. \nThis years’ AGM will also include an in person election process for 2 full member positions on our board of directors. \nPlease join us at 12.30pm for a BBQ lunch pre-meeting. \nAt the conclusion of the formal business\, the President will announce the recipients of this year’s Positive Community Awards. \nIf you can’t attend in person\, you can join the AGM via our livestream. \n 
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/annual-general-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Positive Living Centre\, 51 Commercial Road\, South Yarra\, Victoria\, 3141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241016T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241016T203000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20240821T065927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T065927Z
UID:11327-1729101600-1729110600@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights: HIV\, Law and Migration (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to navigate HIV related legal and migration frameworks in Australia. \nThis online version of our Know Your Rights workshop is presented in partnership with Q+Law. It builds on Living Positive Victoria’s guide to legal issues in Victoria and the HIV/AIDS Legal Centre’s Positive Migration Guide. \nAt this workshop you will: \n\nLearn about legal and anti-discrimination frameworks related to HIV\, disclosure and transmission in Victoria\nGet practical information about Australian visas and migration with HIV\nFind out about how to access legal support and services\nShare and hear about the experiences of other people living with HIV\n\nAs this is the first time we will be running Know Your Rights online you will be helping us to evaluate and improve the workshop.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/know-your-rights-hiv-law-and-migration-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Online,Wheelchair Accessible,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241004T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241004T203000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20240815T054141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T054323Z
UID:11305-1728068400-1728073800@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:T-Cell Dance Class Vol. III ft. Toxic by Britney Spears
DESCRIPTION:Step into spring at Living Positive Victoria’s T-Cell Dance Class Vol. III ft. Toxic by Britney Spears. \nThe T-Cell Dance Class is a dance class-style event for everyone in our community to get together and let loose. \nDue to popular demand we’ll be learning some easy-to-follow choreo for Britney Spears’s iconic hit\, Toxic. The class will be facilitated by Keely from Rad Fitness. \nBring a water bottle\, wear some comfy clothes and prepare to get a little sweaty. \nThis free event caters to people with all dance ability. Unfortunately\, this venue is not wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/t-cell-dance-class-vol-iii-ft-toxic-by-britney-spears/
LOCATION:Glow Dance\, Level 1\, Unit 8\, 252 St Georges Rd (Enter via Fergie St)\, Fitzroy North\, VIC\, 3068
CATEGORIES:Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240921T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T071243
CREATED:20240827T002717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T002717Z
UID:11331-1726912800-1726927200@lpv.org.au
SUMMARY:Latinx Social Group: 1000 steps hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a refreshing morning hike at the 1000 Steps in the Dandenong Ranges.  \nEscape the city for a few hours\, soak in the beautiful greenery\, and connect with fellow positive Latinx community members. It’s the perfect way to start your weekend with good vibes and great company! \n\nHoli!!👋🏼 \n🚶🏻We are excited to invite you all to join us for a morning hike at the beautiful 1000 Steps in the Dandenong Ranges. We’ll be meeting at Flinders Street Station on Saturday at 10 AM and heading off together to explore this lush\, green escape just outside the city. Our plan is to return around 2 PM\, giving us plenty of time to enjoy the hike and each other’s company. \n⛰ If you haven’t been there before\, the 1000 Steps\, also known as the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk\, is a short but steep hike that winds through the dense forest of the Dandenong Ranges. It’s perfect if you want a quick adventure and a chance to get out of the city for the morning. It only takes about an hour to get up and down\, but trust me\, it’s worth every step. Plus\, getting there early helps beat the crowds! \n🚞 We’ll be taking public transport\, so please bring your Myki card with enough money for two trips (one to the Dandenongs and one back to the city). If you don’t have a Myki card or need assistance with transportation\, please let us know so we can work something out. \n☀️ Don’t forget to bring water\, a hat\, and sunscreen to keep yourself comfortable and protected during the hike. The Aussie sun can be intense\, even in the cool shade of the forest! \n🌎 This hike is for our Positive Latinx social group\, and spots are limited\, so if you’re keen to join\, make sure to register ahead of time. And if something comes up and you can’t make it\, just let us know so we can pass your spot to someone else. \n📱If you’ve got any questions or need more info\, feel free to reach out to Carlos Araya\, at caraya@lpv.org.au. We are really looking forward to spending a great day with all of you\, getting some fresh air\, and enjoying the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges. \n🥹 Hope to see you there!
URL:https://lpv.org.au/event/latinx-social-group-1000-steps-hike/
LOCATION:Flinders Street Station\, 207–361 Flinders Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:30 & younger,Ageing with HIV (50 & older),Bi+,Catering provided,Entire community (regardless of HIV status),Gay men,Heterosexual men,Latinx,Newly diagnosed,Social,Trans & gender diverse,Women
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