Rainbow Youth Programs

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What's On

Here are some upcoming activities and events open to young people to socialise and connect with the LGBTIQA+ community in Nillumbik. 

Queer Bodies | Exhibition

The 2026 Rainbow Exhibition at Eltham Library Community Gallery is proudly part of the 2026 Midsumma Festival.

Tess Hider, a local young artist, presents a solo exhibition that explores personal storytelling and research. Her collection of paintings and sculptures look at an overarching theme of queer identity. Viewing the concept of ‘queer’ through the lens of disability theory, queer theory and crip theory.

The exhibition is running from Friday 23 January to Sunday 1 March. 
More information here

Banner Making Workshop

Join Tess Hider, the 2026 Rainbow Exhibition Artist, for a banner making workshop. 

Sunday 8 February 10:00am - 11:30am
Eltham Library Multi Purpose Room, Panther Place, Eltham
This session is for teens and adults.
Free | Materials provided
Register

 

For more information about programs and opportunities for LGBTIQA+ young people, contact Nillumbik Youth via 9433 3728 or email youth@nillumbik.vic.gov.au