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Read moreMental Health Week (7-14 October) is a great time for everyone to focus on and think about our mental health. Throughout Australia, there will be lots of activities and events taking place. We’re taking a look at what is happening in each state and territory.
Mental Health Week (7-14 October) is a great time for everyone to focus on and think about our mental health. Throughout Australia, there will be lots of activities and events taking place. We’re taking a look at what is happening in each state and territory.
ACT’s theme is Identity and Growth. The theme means knowing who you are, accepting the past, and growing into your future. Mental illness should never define us; it is one small part of the person we are. It can’t stop us from accomplishing everything we want to achieve. We need to be able to say “I’m me, I’m okay with me, I wouldn’t change a thing.”
Visit the online calendar to see the events that are coming up during October.
New South Wales is keeping their theme Share the Journey. How can you share the journey?
Find out what’s happening in New South Wales during Mental Health Week.
In the Northern Territory, Mental Health Week will promote social and emotional wellbeing to the community, encouraging people to maximise their health potential, enhancing the coping capacity of communities, families and individuals, and increasing mental health recovery. They hope to:
Find out what’s happening during the week.
The theme in Queensland for Mental Health Week is Value Mental Health. They are encouraging people to take six simple steps to improve their wellbeing in everyday life:
If you live in Queensland, over 200 events are happening during the week. Use this handy event search to find something near you.
South Australia wants everyone to Mind Your Health. They want to remind us that our mental health is just as important as our physical. If you’re up for it, they have a five-day work challenge for you to complete over the week:
Day 1 – Have a mental health break over lunch
Day 2 – Share your morning tea break
Day 3 – Get physical
Day 4 – Leave work at work
Day 5 – Celebrate you!
Check out this calendar for events taking place during Mental Health Week.
The Mental Health Week theme in Tasmania is Stronger Together. They are asking Tasmanians to come together to:
Lots of events are taking place, so check out this calendar to see what’s on.
Victorians have a month of mental health activities and are mainly focussing on people aged 16-25. As young people move into new adult roles and responsibilities, they may be expected to make decisions and support themselves financially. These major life changes can put pressure on someone, and with one in seven young people experiencing a mental health condition, Victorians are raising awareness and promoting wellbeing.
Find out the events taking place in October in Victoria.
In Western Australia, mental health is a journey that Starts Where We Live, Learn, Work and Play:
With many events happening around Western Australia, find one near you.
If you need support, contact a Suicide Call Back Service counsellor on 1300 659 467.
If there is an emergency, dial 000.
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