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Wakai Waian Healing expands health services to Sunshine Coast
An Indigenous-focused mental health service which began with one laptop in a sma...
Joseph Guenzler 29 Apr 2026
Redneck jamboree: racism 'prevalent after referendum'
Racism remains prevalent after the failed voice referendum gave Australia permis...
Abe Maddison 24 Mar 2026
National Indigenous Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Conference returns in 2026
The Australian Indigenous Psychologists Association and Aventedge will host the...
Joseph Guenzler 10 Mar 2026
Federal funding cuts force Canada's Métis Nation–Saskatchewan to end mental health program
Federal funding cuts have forced Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S), to end its me...
Joseph Guenzler 24 Feb 2026
First Nations Professor Pat Dudgeon concerned for long-term psychological consequences of January 26 attack
Professor Pat Dudgeon, Director of the Centre of Best Practice in Aboriginal and...
Dallmyn Kelly 6 Feb 2026
Headspace supports mental health of young mob in remote NT communities

Young Indigenous people in the remote Northern Territory communities of Mutitjulu and Yulara are benefiting from access to free mental health support through headspace's cultural outreach service.

Callan Morse Callan Morse Sep 11, 2025
World Suicide Prevention Day: Growing number of Indigenous youth seeking help

One conversation can make a big difference in someone's life, Aboriginal mental health and crisis hotline workforce say, while alarmingly, mental health indicators continue to go backwards.

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Sep 10, 2025
Wellbeing centre supporting Indigenous mental health to open in SA

A dedicated social and emotional wellbeing centre for Indigenous people in South Australia will be established, with an interim service set to open by the end of 2025.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Feb 20, 2025
Hunt recognised for supporting men's mental health

Wakaid woman and NRLW Dragons player, Kimberley Hunt, has been recognised for her commitment to men's mental health. Hunt was recently awarded the Veronica White Medal for Woman of the Year, an honour...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Feb 5, 2025
Indigenous entrepreneur develops "Sync (WA)" - an app to connect FIFO workers

Sync (WA) is a new app designed to address the unique challenges of FIFO life, and to foster a supportive and connected work environment that benefits both employers and employees.

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Dianne Bortoletto Oct 30, 2024
Tahnia Ah Kit is championing Indigenous health access in Mount Isa

Proud Waanyi, Ngadjon, and Kuku Djungan woman, Tahnia Ah Kit, grew up Mount Isa. After attending boarding school in Townsville and studying nursing at university, she returned to home to the regional...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jul 12, 2024
Mental health, lived experience and beauty pageantry: Michelle Gissara is breaking down misconceptions in her quest to help others

When National Indigenous Times sat down with Michelle Gissara, she was correct to assume this journalist's pre-conceived notions of pageantry.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan May 8, 2024
Australian Indigenous Psychology Education Project “keeping the fire burning: Blak, loud, and proud”

The Australian Indigenous Psychology Education Project is a world-first initiative that participants say is "keeping the fire burning: Blak, loud, and proud".

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Mar 22, 2024
13 YARN, by Indigenous people, for Indigenous people

At the end of triggering or distressing media reports, "13YARN 13 92 76" is often provided. Established in April 2022, 13 YARN is Australia's first and only national Indigenous-led crisis hotline.

Dianne Bortoletto Dianne Bortoletto Feb 13, 2024
Indigenous mental health sector braces for first "Australia Day" post-Voice referendum

Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia and its members say they are bracing for an increase in racism, bigotry, and discriminatory rhetoric as the first Invasion Day / Australia Day after the defeat of...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jan 22, 2024
Psychosocial Support Program assists First Nations people in northern Queensland

An Indigenous support program has allowed a Cape York First Nations man to reconnect with his culture, whilst simultaneously showcasing his artistic flair.

Dechlan Brennan Dechlan Brennan Jan 18, 2024
SWALSC encourages Noongar community to reach out on World Suicide Prevention Day

With this year's theme of World Suicide Prevention Day being "Creating hope through action," South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council chairperson Megan Krakouer is leading a push to raise awareness...

Rhiannon Clarke Rhiannon Clarke Sep 13, 2023
Barkindji psychology student Dan McDougal working to help the community

Barkindji man Dan McDougal is a University of Canberra student and Westerman Jilya Institute scholarship recipient who first came to Canberra as an aspiring athlete contracted through the Canberra Rai...

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Jess Whaler Jul 5, 2023
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