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Free mental health coaching now available in Gippsland

Feb 26, 2020

Gippsland communities, including those affected by bushfire, will be the first in Victoria to benefit from Beyond Blue’s NewAccess mental health coaching – a free service delivering practical advice about…

Coronavirus: psychologists offer advice for maintaining positive mental health

Feb 3, 2020

The APS has released advice about how to manage your mental health, following the World Health Organization’s declaration of coronavirus as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. (more…)

Building our mental health system from the ground up

Nov 29, 2019

The Victorian Government will accept each and every recommendation handed down by the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System, as part of its interim report. (more…)

Mental health major issue for young

Oct 4, 2019

Mental Health Month (October 2019) is a compelling time to raise awareness around the number of mental health related issues reported to Kids Helpline said yourtown Chief Executive Officer Tracy…

NT Mental Health Strategic plan launched

Aug 12, 2019

The Territory Government released the NT Mental Health Strategic plan 2019-2025, delivering on a significant election promise to review existing strategies. (more…)

NT suicide prevention community grants awarded

Aug 12, 2019

The Territory Government is working to deliver its promise on reducing the suicide rates in the NT, with a second round of 29 grants being awarded this financial year. (more…)

Better support for Victorians with personality disorders

Aug 9, 2019

Victorians living with a severe personality disorder will soon have better access to the ongoing care and support they need, thanks to a new initiative from the Victorian Government. (more…)

World class youth mental health facility opens in Parkville

Jul 30, 2019

Thousands of young Victorians will get the mental health support and treatment they need from the very best staff, thanks to the Victorian Government. (more…)

New understanding of autism may help tackle mental health problems

Jul 29, 2019

A new framework for understanding the diverse features of autism could help University of Queensland researchers develop an intervention for people with the disorder who have mental health problems. (more…)