In short:

Calvary Health Care has confirmed it will cease IVF, elective abortions, voluntary assisted dying, and gender reassignment surgeries at Newcastle and Hunter Valley Private Hospitals.

The Catholic provider hopes to take control of the two hospitals by the end of the month.

What's next?

The formal sale is still subject to regulatory approvals.

Crosspost from Reddit:

Hi everyone! I’m Kai, a trans researcher and PhD candidate at UWA and The Kids Research Institute Australia.

We’re developing Australian guidelines for eating disorder care for trans and gender diverse people, and we’re seeking more lived experience panellists.

A formal diagnosis isn’t required.

Participation involves two online surveys, approximately an hour each, with a gift card for each completed round. Round 1 closes 15 November, 11:59 pm AEDT.

Express interest and check eligibility here:
https://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3fSXqYFPEv6zE4C

Questions: Kai.schweizer@thekids.org.au
UWA Human Research Ethics approval: 2026/ET000772

From regional sporting clubs to Naarm’s ballroom floors, this year’s finalists continue to make an impact in communities across Victoria.

Australia’s Trans & Gender Diverse Sexual Health Survey showed both major progress over the last seven years and ongoing challenges.

Update: Can’t find any news articles yet, but the SA Greens leader Robert Simms has confirmed it’s defeated.

The Legislative Council of the South Australian Parliament is set to debate a bill put forward by the One Nation party that would ban the use of puberty blockers in the treatment of gender dysphoria.

Outside Parliament, a rally organised by the Australian Christian Lobby was staged, prompting community group SA Rainbow Advocacy Alliance to issue a warning to transgender community members to stay clear of the area. The group also shared support resources for community members affected by the debate.

Chuck on some purple clothing to show support for LGBTQIA+SB youth :3

A new service offering specialist support to LGBTIQA+ families has launched in Victoria, providing counselling, parenting support and relationship services for rainbow families.

There’s still time to get your nominations in for Transgender Victoria’s (TGV) annual celebration of trans, gender-diverse and non-binary people, the 2026 Trans Visibility Awards.

Source: https://www.instagram.com/hi_im_beks

Binary CEO and anti-trans campaigner Kirralie Smith has lost an appeal against unlawful vilification of two trans women and must pay $95,000 in damages and issue a public apology.

The Trans Visibility Awards is back for its third year, honouring the incredible contributions of transgender, gender diverse and non-binary people in our communities. This is your chance to recognise the changemakers and champions who are making a difference.

2026 categories

Regional Star
For someone living regionally and having an impact in their local community.

Creative Excellence
For a performer, artist, or ensemble who has made significant contributions to the arts.

Changemaker
For a person, project, business or community group who has made a substantial impact in facilitating social connection.

Most Influential
For a spokesperson, media personality, influencer, or any individual who has made a positive contribution to social narratives about trans people.

Unsung Hero
For a dedicated volunteer or community member who works behind the scenes to give back to trans communities.

Young Leader
For a trans person aged 18-30 who has demonstrated exceptional leadership within their community or field.

Sporting Icon
Spotlighting a standout trans sportsperson who is a role model both on and off the field.

Legacy
Celebrating a trans person aged 55 or above who has shown lifelong dedication, resilience, and leadership within our communities, inspiring future generations.

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras members have voted to remove two members of activist group Pride in Protest from the organisation’s Board at a dramatic Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) following months of internal feuding among the Board directors.

Mardi Gras (SGLMG) members gathered in Sydney for the EGM on Saturday (July 4). In late May, a Pride in Protest and Mardi Gras member’s petition reached a threshold to trigger such a meeting, which is separate to the organisation’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).

The petition followed a months-long dispute over trans rights and political advocacy motions that SGLMG members passed at last year’s AGM and a feud between the directors over the organisation’s response.

Making a bit of a collection here as I come across stuff and remember to add it.

Gay Skate Brisbane - Apparel/Stickers
Dys4ick - Gender Affirming Underwear
Tuck & Bind - Gender Affirming Underwear
Sock Drawer Hero - Gender Affirming Underwear

SA Health continues to ban Gender Affirming Surgery in Public Hospitals. In July 2023 SA Health released the Statewide Gender Diversity Model of Care, and Flinders Medical Centre has been investigating the development of a public clinic for gender affirming surgeries. However, early this year, Flinders sent an update saying the service is still awaiting approval, leaving trans people in limbo, uncertain about the future of their healthcare.

We are seeking your support to contact Flinders Medical Centre and the SA Local Health Network to provide Gender Affirming Surgical Services through the public system and provide life-affirming, life-saving healthcare for Trans and Gender Diverse South Australians.

Trans Justice Project