Angela Wiebenga Remembered in Traralgon and Beyond; Tributes Shared
Traralgon Community: The community of Traralgon and the wider LGBTQIA+ network across Victoria is mourning the death of Angela Wiebenga, remembered as a respected leader, former General Manager of Transgender Victoria, and a trusted friend to many.
Those sharing tributes have emphasized Angela’s contribution to building safer and more inclusive spaces for transgender and gender-diverse people. Many describe her advocacy as grounded in compassion and empathy, and say she consistently showed up for others with care, patience, and sincerity.
According to the statement shared publicly, news of Angela’s passing was confirmed with the consent of her father, Bernard. Community groups have asked people to support the family with kindness and to avoid speculation while loved ones grieve.
Angela is being remembered as someone who amplified marginalized voices and worked to strengthen community connection and wellbeing. Friends and colleagues have described her as a steady presence—offering encouragement during hard times, sharing guidance when people felt uncertain, and treating others with dignity and respect.
Gippsland Pride shared condolences and reiterated the importance of privacy for Angela’s family. They also noted that details about her passing are limited, and urged the public to respond with restraint and compassion.
In response to the loss, community support and counselling options have been referenced through Switchboard Victoria at the Trafalgar Hub for anyone struggling with grief or needing a safe, affirming space to talk.
Any memorial arrangements, according to the message circulating in the community, are expected to follow the coronial process and will be shared when the family feels ready. In the meantime, supporters have been encouraged to honor Angela’s legacy by caring for one another and continuing the values she stood for—kindness, inclusion, and meaningful support for people who need it most.
Angela Wiebenga’s impact is being recognized across Victoria as lasting and deeply personal to many. While her absence is painful, those who knew her say the change she helped create—and the compassion she modeled—will continue to guide the community forward.
