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A herpes diagnosis can be challenging, and many people feel anxious about dating, stigma, or how to share their status with potential partners. At PositiveSingles, we understand these concerns and provide a private, safe, and supportive platform for people living with herpes to connect confidently with others who truly understand their experiences.
PositiveSingles is a trusted community where you can share stories, ask questions, and build meaningful relationships whether you are looking for friendship, support, or romance.
Herpes is more common than most people realise. Across Australia, millions of adults live with HSV-1 or HSV-2. Despite its prevalence, many still feel isolated or nervous about dating.
Being part of a supportive community makes a significant difference. Research shows that people who engage with supportive networks experience:
Sharing your experiences with others who truly understand your journey makes dating and connecting far easier.

PositiveSingles is one of the world’s most trusted platforms for people living with herpes and other STIs. Residents of Bar Point and surrounding areas in New South Wales can meet singles who share similar experiences, exchange advice, and communicate privately in a safe environment.
Members can enjoy:
Your privacy is always protected profiles cannot be found through email or phone numbers, and all community spaces are designed for comfort, confidentiality, and security.
For many, PositiveSingles becomes the go-to place to talk openly about dating, intimacy, health, and everyday life with herpes.
Residents of Bar Point have access to sexual-health services in New South Wales. These organisations provide herpes testing, counselling, and sexual-wellness support.
(Note: These services do not provide dating.)
Clinics provide confidential, professional support including:
A confidential statewide service offering:
Though not herpes-specific, ACON provides sexual-health support, including:
One-on-one support
Sexual-wellness education
Community programs
Online and phone consultations
Family Planning NSW offers STI testing, counselling, and sexual-health education:
Testing and treatment
Emotional support
Workshops and educational sessions
Youth-focused services
Herpes care in Australia is usually provided through GPs and sexual-health clinics. Clinicians follow guidance from organisations such as the Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM), which emphasise:
Combining medical care with community support helps people feel confident and empowered in dating and relationships.
Whether through PositiveSingles or local NSW services, connecting with a supportive community offers powerful benefits:
After her HSV-2 diagnosis, Emma felt unsure about dating. PositiveSingles helped her connect with supportive people, rebuild confidence, and meet someone special.
J** joined for guidance after his first outbreak. He found a welcoming community that made him feel supported, informed, and confident.
Yes. Millions of Australians live with HSV-1 or HSV-2.
Local herpes-specific groups are limited, but many rely on NSW sexual-health clinics and online communities like PositiveSingles.
Yes. Profiles and all communications are secure, private, and anonymous.
Residents usually access NSW Health sexual-health clinics, Family Planning NSW, or local GPs in the Central Coast/Hunter region.
Yes. Support communities reduce isolation, build confidence, and help people manage life with herpes.
You deserve understanding, support, and meaningful connections.
Whether newly diagnosed or ready to meet someone special, PositiveSingles offers a private, caring space to take the next step.
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