Boroondara is blooming for IDAHOBIT 2025 with not one but four fantastic opportunities to learn, laugh, connect and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community.
Beginning on IDAHOBIT itself with a free talk at Hawthorn Library is ABC journalist and author Jason Om, discussing his memoir All Mixed Up and his family’s journey to accept his sexuality.
For families with kids under 6, there’s no better, brighter or prouder way to learn those all-important traffic rules than the rainbow ride at Kew Traffic School. So grab your scooters and your bikes, and don’t forget a helmet, then enjoy rainbow cupcakes, activities and more!
Then, it’s time for laughter galore with the hilarious folk duo the Tuck Shop Ladies, a powerhouse couple of song and silliness who will have you giggling and humming their catchy songs ’til next IDAHOBIT! Join Sam Lohs and Rosie Burgess for witty insights into lesbian life and funky folk music all wrapped into one.
Last but not least, as part of their commitment to supporting LGBTQIA+ youth, Boroondara will be hosting a free online information session for parents and carers to learn about how best to practically support and uplift queer youth and encourage them to shine and grow in pride on. Run in conjunction with both Monash and Manningham Councils, it will be facilitated by Dr Tina Dixson (she/her) and Kochava Lilit (they/them) from Women’s Health East.
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Jason Om Author Talk
When: May 15, 2025 7–8pm
Where: Hawthorn Library, 584 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn
Tickets: Free (booking required)
Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible bathroom.
Kew Traffic School – Rainbow Ride Session
When: May 16, 2025 9–10.30am
Where: Hawthorn Library, 584 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn
Tickets: $10.50
Accessibility: Kew Traffic School has one wheelchair accessible parking space, one accessible unisex bathroom. For full access information check here.
Tuck Shop Ladies Free Show
When: May 17, 2025 6.30–9pm
Where: Kew Court House, 188 High Street Kew
Tickets: Free (booking required)
Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible bathroom.
Building Belonging: Practical Online Allyship Information Session
When: May 29, 2025 6.30–8pm
Where: Online
Tickets: Free (booking required)
Accessibility: For any accessibility needs, contact CommunityEvents@boroondara.vic.gov.au or the Community Development Team on 03 9278 4017.
