Positive Attitude Inc.

Positive Attitude Inc. A non profit organisation providing social & practical support for people living with HIV & the LGBTIQ+ community. Positive Attitude Inc.

Founded by Yvonne Gardner and fully volunteer run, we have been proudly serving the community since 1983. was founded in 1983 by Yvonne Gardner. We are an organisation who support and promote the inclusiveness of people living with HIV by providing a weekly lunch in a supportive, friendly environment. Our Friday lunch is also open to the LGBTIQA community. Our Mission statement:
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g of food and conversation, we can realise the common ground we all share. Positive Attitude Inc is a not for profit organisation which relies on donations and support from our wonderful volunteers and sponsors. We thank our major fundraisers and supporters Sircuit Bar and Mollie's Bar and Diner, Drummond Street Services, and the City of Yarra for their support. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people who are the traditional owners of the land on which we meet and pay our respect to their elders past, present and emerging. Always was, always will be.

Many thanks to a good friend of Positive Attitude, the wonderful Steve Anderssen of Anderssen Creative, for being our of...
27/07/2026

Many thanks to a good friend of Positive Attitude, the wonderful Steve Anderssen of Anderssen Creative, for being our official event photographer.

27/07/2026

Another hugely successful Christmas In July event!
Many thanks to our amazing friends at Drummond Street Services Q***rspace for partnering with us.
We are grateful for the support of Yarra City Council.
A big shoutout to
Stomping Ground Brewing Co
Bodriggy Brewery
Fun Fashion Accessories

For generously donating beverages and gifts for our attendees.

Thank you to all our incredible volunteers, our gorgeous MC Opal Essance, Colin Krycer for sound and music, and our wonderful event photographer Steve Anderssen of Anderssen Creative for the fabulous pics.

Now for a well deserved rest as December Christmas is just 20 weeks away!

After a day spent celebrating Q***r joy, we are shocked and saddened to wake to the news of the tragic incident at Berli...
26/07/2026

After a day spent celebrating Q***r joy, we are shocked and saddened to wake to the news of the tragic incident at Berlin Pride today.
Our love and thoughts are with the people affected, those who have died and been injured, and their loved ones.
Incidents like this remind us why safety, visibility, and solidarity can never be taken for granted.

Pride is supposed to be a place where people can celebrate who they are, surrounded by love, acceptance and community.
No one should ever have to fear violence, simply for existing.

Moments such as this, remind us why Pride still matters. We can’t allow hatred to drown out compassion, visibility and hope.

Stand together. Look after each other.
Choose kindness over hate.
Hold each other close.
Do not let fear have the final word 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Twelve years ago today, on 17 July 2014, 298 people on flight MH17 were killed when their plane was shot down over Easte...
16/07/2026

Twelve years ago today, on 17 July 2014, 298 people on flight MH17 were killed when their plane was shot down over Eastern Ukraine en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur.
Among those killed were six colleagues, on their way to the 20th International AIDS Conference in Melbourne.
Today we pay tribute to everyone on that flight and in particular;- Pim de Kuijer, Joep Lange, Lucie van Mens, Martine de Schutter, Glenn Raymond Thomas, Jacqueline van Tongeren. May their lives continue to inspire our hearts and our actions.

43 years ago (12 July 1983) a meeting was held in The Laird Dining Room. The room was small but packed to the rafters ...
12/07/2026

43 years ago (12 July 1983) a meeting was held in The Laird Dining Room. The room was small but packed to the rafters with people who wanted to do something about a strange new disease that was beginning to be seen by some GP's in Melbourne. The meeting established the "Victorian AIDS Action Committee" and started work which continues to this day as Thorne Harbour Health.

Small group today for Friday Lunch. Another pub meal as we’re still waiting for our new venue to be ready for us to move...
03/07/2026

Small group today for Friday Lunch. Another pub meal as we’re still waiting for our new venue to be ready for us to move into.
The $16 lunch special at The Workers Club in Fitzroy is well within our budget and Mel is enjoying a break from all the cooking!

Have a great weekend, go Socceroos! 💚💛

Take care out there.“Death and serious harms from he**in overdose have occurred after use of co***ne and methamphetamine...
02/07/2026

Take care out there.
“Death and serious harms from he**in overdose have occurred after use of co***ne and methamphetamine in Victoria.

He**in is an opioid and small amounts can cause life-threatening overdose, especially in people who have never used opioids or only use them occasionally.

Signs of opioid overdose include breathing slowly and reduced consciousness (meaning someone is hard to wake up). In some cases, they may also have tiny pupils.

Naloxone is an easy-to-use medication that can reverse opioid overdose – it is safe to use even if you are not sure whether someone has taken opioids. Naloxone can be accessed free of charge at participating pharmacies, needle and syringe programs, Mental Health & Wellbeing Locals, naloxone dispensing machines, the Victorian Pill Testing Service and the Medically Supervised Injecting Room.

If you experience toxic drug effects, or are present when someone has an unexpected reaction, seek help immediately by calling Triple Zero (000).

For more information, precautions that can be taken, and where to access support, visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/4xYX8HU “

🎄 Christmas in July is back! 🎄Join us for a heartwarming Christmas in July Lunch on Saturday, 25th July at Collingwood T...
30/06/2026

🎄 Christmas in July is back! 🎄

Join us for a heartwarming Christmas in July Lunch on Saturday, 25th July at Collingwood Town Hall!

✨ Free admission
🎶 Live entertainment
🎁 A small gift for every guest

We’ve once again partnered with our friends at Q***rspace to celebrate with a winter warming afternoon of fun and connection.
This inclusive all ages event is open to LGBTIQA+ folks and allies—a chance to connect, celebrate, and feel the love 💚

Be entertained by our fabulous MC Opal Essance and join in some karaoke fun!

Spots are limited, so RSVP early!
Got dietary or accessibility needs? Let us know at 📧 [email protected]

Thanks to Drummond Street Services and Yarra City Council for supporting this initiative.

Register at the link below :

 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/queerspace-positive-attitude-inc-christmas-in-july-lunch-tickets-1991961218627?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

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