LGBTQIA+ Health

LGBTQIA+ people deserve health care that is safe, respectful, inclusive and responsive to their individual needs.

This section brings together information, resources and support pathways to help improve health outcomes for LGBTQIA+ communities across the Murrumbidgee region, and to support health professionals and services to provide affirming, person-centred care.

LGBTQIA+ Health Needs Assessment

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) released the LGBTQIA+ Health Needs Assessment, revealing significant challenges faced by the local LGBTQIA+ community when accessing healthcare.

The assessment shows the compounded disadvantage LGBTQIA+ community members experience due to a lack of safe and inclusive healthcare services, with people delaying or avoiding seeking healthcare due to fear of discrimination or judgment.

Read the report

Resources

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LGBTQ+ Death, Loss and Grief

Developed by ACON in partnership with Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network, this resource provides inclusive, practical information for LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV who are experiencing death, loss and grief.

Connect with LGBTQIA+ communities across the Murrumbidgee

Finding community and connection can make a significant difference to health and wellbeing. LGBTQIA+ groups, events and inclusive services operate across the Murrumbidgee region, providing opportunities to meet others, access support and celebrate diversity.

Wagga Wagga

Pride in the Paddock

A free celebration of LGBTQIA+ community, creativity and country hospitality at Riverside Precinct, Wagga Wagga. The inaugural festival will feature local drag performers, community and market stalls, entertainment, food and opportunities to connect.

19 September 2026, 11am-4pm
Riverside Precinct, Wagga Wagga

Presented by: The Curious Arts Community Inc.
hello@prideinthepaddock.com.au
@prideinthepaddock
www.prideinthepaddock.com.au

Leeton

Leeton Rainbow Pride Collective Inc.

A local LGBTQIA+ community group supporting queer people, their families and allies in Leeton and surrounding communities. The Collective provides opportunities to connect, socialise and participate in LGBTQIA+ inclusive activities and events.

www.facebook.com/LeetonRainbowPride

Hay

Rainbow on the Plains Festival

12–15 November 2026
Hay, NSW

www.rainbowontheplains.com.au

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