What is Active Rainbow Families?
Active Rainbow Families is a free year-long program designed for LGBTQIA+ households across Victoria. Every family who signs up receives an Adventure Passport and an activity pack worth over $350RRP, filled with fun ideas, resources, and exclusive partner offers.
The program is about making movement fun and accessible — from everyday activities at home or in the park, to special adventures with partners like Zoos Victoria, O’Brien Icehouse, parkrun, Bounce, Parks Victoria, and the Australian Sports Museum.
It’s about moving together, making memories, and building community.
Step 1
Pick An Adventure
Choose from everyday activities at home or the park, plus special featured adventures with partners.
Step 2
Move Together
Enjoy time as a family. Indoors or outdoors, big or small. Any movement counts!
Step 3
Track & Share
Kids fill in their Adventure Passport while parents complete quick weekly surveys.
What's in the Active Rainbow Families Pack?
Every family that signs up receives a free Active Rainbow Families pack valued at over $350RRP. The pack is designed to help you get moving, stay safe outdoors, and track your adventures all year long.
Macpac Tira 22L Backpack
Durable, practical, and ready for everyday family adventures. Perfect for carrying your pack items and anything you need on the go.
5L Nevis Dry Bag
Durable, practical, and ready for everyday family adventures. Perfect for carrying your pack items and anything you need on the go.
1L Vacuum Sealed Bottle
Reusable and sturdy, with the Active Rainbow Families logo. Great for staying hydrated while out and about.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50+
High-protection sunscreen to help you and your family stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.
Stackable Bamboo Lunch Box with Cutlery
Eco-friendly and portable, ideal for family picnics or meals on the move.
Seed Pack
Start something new at home. Plant seeds together and watch them grow as part of your family adventure.
Activity Gear
Hi-Bounce Tennis Ball, Skipping Rope & Flying Disc. Simple, fun equipment to get the whole family moving together.
It includes:
🎒 A sturdy backpack
📔 Your child’s Adventure Passport
🥤 Drink bottle & bamboo lunch box
🎾 Fun activity gear (frisbee, skipping rope, tennis ball)
☀️ Sun safety essentials
🌱 A seed pack to grow at home
Featured Adventures
Alongside the everyday activities you can do at home or in your neighbourhood, Active Rainbow Families also gives you access to a range of special partner adventures. These experiences are included as part of your free pack and are designed to help families explore new places, try new things, and stay active together.
From free zoo passes and discounted skating to guided walks, climbing sessions, and cultural experiences, there’s something for every family to enjoy.
Zoos Victoria
Free family pass to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary, or Kyabram Fauna Park.
O’Brien Icehouse
10% off family tickets (including skate hire and classes) - a fun, beginner-friendly experience.
Australian Sports Museum
One child free with every paying adult. Discover sport history and hands-on interactive exhibits.
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NOTE: All Active Rainbow Packs are now allocated.
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Active Rainbow Families is a free, Victoria-only pilot helping LGBTQIA+ families move, play and connect.
By signing up, your family will receive a free Active Rainbow Families Pack (valued at over $350RRP) filled with:
🎒 A sturdy backpack
📔 Your child’s Adventure Passport
🥤 Drink bottle & bamboo lunch box
🎾 Fun activity gear (frisbee, skipping rope, tennis ball)
☀️ Sun safety essentials
🌱 A seed pack to grow at home
You’ll also get:
✅ Weekly everyday adventure ideas you can do at home or nearby
✅ Special featured adventures with partners like Zoos Victoria, O’Brien Icehouse, parkrun, Parks Victoria, Bounce Inc, and more
✅ The chance to be part of building something new for rainbow families in Victoria
This is a pilot program funded by VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities grant. Packs and sign-ups are limited and only available for families living in Victoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
This pilot is open to LGBTQIA+ families living in Victoria with children aged 5–13 years (though siblings of other ages are welcome to join in too).
Each family receives a free Active Rainbow Families Pack valued at over $350RRP. It includes a backpack, drink bottle, bamboo lunch box, sunscreen, activity gear, a dry bag, a seed pack, and the Adventure Passport for children to fill out each week.
The Passport is a fun booklet where kids record their activities, tick off adventures, and reflect on what they enjoyed. Parents complete short weekly surveys so we can learn what works best and improve the program in the future.
The program is flexible — activities can be as short as 10–20 minutes or as long as you want. Most families weave them into everyday life like going for a walk, playing a game, or visiting a park.
To help us understand the impact of the program, we ask parents to complete:
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A short weekly survey (2–3 minutes)
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A monthly check-in survey (about 5 minutes)
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A pre-program survey when you first join
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A post-program survey at the end
These surveys are simple and quick, but they’re an important part of the pilot, helping us show the benefits and secure future funding.
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You can pick up a pack at the Victorian Pride Centre during events such as the Move in Pride Sport Expo, or at upcoming Rainbow Families events. Packs can also be posted to families across Victoria.
There’s a mix of everyday activities (like playing in the park, cooking together, or dancing at home) and special adventures with partners such as Zoos Victoria, O’Brien Icehouse, parkrun, Parks Victoria, Bounce Inc, the Australian Sports Museum, and more.
No- the program and the packs are completely free thanks to funding from VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities Grant.
We’re testing Active Rainbow Families in Victoria first so we can understand what works, what families enjoy, and where we can improve. Your feedback will help shape future versions of the program.
Just complete the online form on our website. Once you’re registered, you’ll be added to the program and contacted about how to receive your pack.