ACON Hunter

ACON Hunter ACON is NSW’s leading HIV and sexuality and gender diverse health organisation. https://linktr.ee/hunteroutreach

We're here for HIV prevention, HIV support and LGBTQ health, in the Hunter, New England, Central Coast, Western NSW regions. Office hours: 9am – 5pm Monday - Friday

Address: 129 Maitland Rd, Islington NSW 2296
PO Box 67, Hamilton NSW 2303

Tel: (02) 4962 7700
Email: [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: Hyperlinks to external websites posted on ACON's page does not constitute endorsement. ACON

does not verify, endorse, or take responsibility for the accuracy, currency, completeness or quality of the content contained in these sites. Important Notice for ACON Visitors

To ensure the health and wellbeing of our clients, staff and volunteers, the following COVID-Safe guidelines are in place for all visitors to ACON offices and sites:

- Do not visit if you are undergoing the self-isolation period or have been in contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19
- Do not visit if you are unwell or have a dry cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, high temperature or fever, body aches or pains
- When visiting, please provide us with your contact details and give us permission to provide them to NSW Health if they ask us to do so for the purpose of contact tracing
- Maintain a distance of 1.5m between yourself and other people at all times
- Follow physical distancing signage and orders as illustrated throughout the premises
- Practise good hygiene – hand sanitiser is provided at all ACON offices and sites

It’s 2026, and the cost of things is going up and up and up. Rather than dipping into your coin jar, why not save some d...
01/06/2026

It’s 2026, and the cost of things is going up and up and up. Rather than dipping into your coin jar, why not save some dollars and get a free test for HIV and STIs?

For ease, we’ve recapped all the ways you can get a free HIV test below!

There are plenty of ways to get free HIV and STI testing in NSW. Find out more about your options and how to access them without breaking the bank here.

Get tested for HIV & STIs for FREE on the Central Coast!Holden Street Clinic is a free, confidential, and inclusive heal...
31/05/2026

Get tested for HIV & STIs for FREE on the Central Coast!

Holden Street Clinic is a free, confidential, and inclusive health service.
No referral needed.

Call (02) 4320 2114 to make an appointment.
Mondays - Wednesdays 9 am to 5 pm - all genders (closed 12 to 1 pm for lunch)
Thursdays 1 pm-5 pm - all genders
1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month 5 pm-8 pm - Guys Clinic (cis & trans)
Fridays: No clinical services

69-71 Holden Street, Gosford NSW
5-minute walk from Gosford train station or parking available behind the building.
No Medicare card needed.

Holden Street Clinic & Ending HIV

Are you feeling suicidal or feeling like you just can’t do it anymore? You are not alone If you are an LGBTQ+ person 18+...
29/05/2026

Are you feeling suicidal or feeling like you just can’t do it anymore? You are not alone

If you are an LGBTQ+ person 18+ who answered yes to the above, ACON’s Su***de and Aftercare Service is here for you.

We have peer workers who have lived experience with su***de, recovery/healing and service access who want to connect with you.

To access support, complete our online enquiry form Enquiry Form - ACON or contact your nearest local ACON office:
Gadigal/Sydney: (02) 9206 2000
Awabakal/Newcastle: (02) 4962 7700
Widjabul Wia-bal/Lismore: (02) 6622 1555

Centrelink outreach Mondays from 10:00am!Book an appointment TODAY!ACON Hunter provides this service to improve Centreli...
29/05/2026

Centrelink outreach Mondays from 10:00am!
Book an appointment TODAY!

ACON Hunter provides this service to improve Centrelink access for our LGBTQ communities and people living with HIV in the Hunter.

If you would like to make an appointment to see a Centrelink representative on Monday, please call us at (02) 4962 7700.

🔴Bookings are essential!

Do you have a Will? Have you chosen a Power of Attorney?  Have you thought about Advance Care Planning? Who is your Supe...
28/05/2026

Do you have a Will? Have you chosen a Power of Attorney? Have you thought about Advance Care Planning? Who is your Superannuation beneficiary?

Le***an, gay, bi+, transgender, and q***r (LGBTQ+) people, PLHIV, carers and friends are invited to an online workshop exploring legal tips and end of life decisions, with an optional in-person consultation with a Seniors Rights Service legal expert. Join us online and learn the essentials to keeping your wishes and loved ones protected in the later stages of life, and how Seniors Rights Service can support you.

Legal Tips and End of Life Decisions
Date: Tuesday 16 June
Time: 12pm to 1pm

Register here: https://shorturl.at/16ht3

If you are unable to attend this event but would like to be contacted about future events, contact Zoe E: [email protected] ph: 02 9206 2126

Funded by the NSW Ministry of Health, supported by Seniors Rights Service and hosted by ACON’s LOVE Project.

A reminder that our drop-in clinic will not be operating today.
27/05/2026

A reminder that our drop-in clinic will not be operating today.

Get tested for HIV & STIs for FREE at the Gosford Guys Clinic!1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 5pm to 8pm, for cis and...
27/05/2026

Get tested for HIV & STIs for FREE at the Gosford Guys Clinic!

1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 5pm to 8pm, for cis and trans guys.

Holden Street Clinic is a free, confidential, and inclusive health service.
No referral needed. Call (02) 4320 2114 to make an appointment.
69-71 Holden Street, Gosford NSW

5-minute walk from Gosford train station or parking available behind building.

No Medicare card needed.
Holden Street Clinic

27/05/2026
We still have some spaces for our Regional Guys online workshop this Sunday. We look forward to creating a space online ...
26/05/2026

We still have some spaces for our Regional Guys online workshop this Sunday. We look forward to creating a space online where guys who like guys (cis and trans) and are living in the regions of NSW can come together than connect.
Registrations essential
https://onlineforms.acon.org.au/261197950704058

Address

129 Maitland Road
Islington, NSW
2296

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61249627700

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