IDAHOBIT is the international day for celebration of advancements in LGBTIQA+ equality – a celebration of how far we’ve come.

It is also an opportunity to recognise that in 2026, LGBTIQA+ people in Australia still experience disproportionate rates of bullying, harassment and discrimination.

Please join us for our Rainbow Flag Raising Ceremony and morning tea

Monday 11 May 2026, 10am-11.30am

Outside Surf Coast Shire Council Offices

1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay, Wadawurrung Country

Guest Speaker - Reuben Whyte from Them Humans Inc

Reuben Whyte, 2025 Victorian Pride Awards Ally of the Year, will join us to talk about his experiences supporting young LGBTIQA+ people through art workshops in Surf Coast Shire and beyond.

LGBTIQA+ folks and allies are all warmly welcome.

This event is inclusive to all across the community, we invite women, men and gender diverse people of all ages to join us as we celebrate IDAHOBIT Day 2026.

The venue is accessible for wheelchairs, hearing loops and noise cancelling headphones are also available upon request.

If you have any access or support needs to participate fully, please let us know when you RSVP.

If you require any assistance registering for this event, please contact Council staff on 5261 0600 or drop into Customer Service located at 1 Merijig Drive, Torquay.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and adheres to all Child Safe Standards.

Contact the host of IDAHOBIT Flag Raising and Morning Tea