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A new support group in Ballarat is giving men who care for someone experiencing mental health challenges an opportunity to connect, share their experiences, and talk openly about the challenges of caring for someone. 

Mind Australia's partnership with Southern Suburbs Rugby League Club is helping strengthen conversations about mental health and wellbeing, with the first of a series of wellbeing workshops now underway for players, coaches and volunteers.

As I begin my journey as Chief Executive Officer of Mind Australia, it feels particularly meaningful to mark World Mental Health Day at a time of significant change for mental health in Australia. 

Two Mind staff members have been recognised for their contribution to strengthening the voices of families, carers, supporters, kin and people with lived experience of mental health challenges at the 2026 TheMHS Conference in Sydney.

Mind Australia and The Haven Foundation Australia are pleased to announce the official opening of Haven Clearview – a new housing service providing long-term homes and support for South Australians living with mental health challenges.

Today Mind welcomes Denise Cumming as our new Chief Executive Officer, following six years of leadership from Gill Callister. 

Gill, who announced in May that she would not seek a new contract with Mind, is still with us for one more week to support a smooth handover to Denise. Gill’s last day with Mind will be Friday 2 October.