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Tamara McDonald
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Senior Journalist, Geelong Advertiser
Geelong, Melbourne
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By Tamara McDonald| The Cairns Post Verified Medibank will pump an extra $50m into mental health over the next five years, with the funding to support a raft of initiatives including an innovative trial involving psychedelics. Chief executive David Koczkar has declared the current mental health system is “not fit for purpose” and called on the government to invest in prevention. He said the system was actually creating bigger societal issues for future generations by not having effective preventive strategies in place.
By Tamara McDonald| Townsville Bulletin Verified A record number of pleas for mental health support have been made by struggling Aussies, as more than a third of Australians suffer burnout and stress. New figures obtained by New Corp Australia reveal that Australia’s largest suicide prevention service provider Lifeline has just had its busiest 12 months on record, with more than 1.1 million calls and almost 295,000 texts and chats for help. Leading mental health expert Professor Patrick McGorry said Australia was facing a mental health crisis.
By Tamara McDonald| The Cairns Post Verified Medibank will pump an extra $50m into mental health over the next five years, with the funding to support a raft of initiatives including an innovative trial involving psychedelics. Chief executive David Koczkar has declared the current mental health system is “not fit for purpose” and called on the government to invest in prevention. He said the system was actually creating bigger societal issues for future generations by not having effective preventive strategies in place.
Company Info
Geelong Advertiser
The Geelong Advertiser is Victoria’s oldest morning newspaper, established on November 21, 1840, in Geelong, Australia. Founded by Edward Wilson, it began as a local publication for a small community and has evolved over its 180+ years to become a cornerstone of regional journalism. The newspaper publishes daily, providing trusted news coverage for Geelong and surrounding areas. The Geelong Advertiser offers both print and digital news, delivering local, national, and international stories. It focuses on hyperlocal reporting, covering politics, business, sports, and cultural events. The newspaper also maintains extensive historical archives, featuring over 121,000 digitized pages dating back to its inception, which are accessible for research and genealogy purposes. The Geelong Advertiser continues to adapt to modern reader needs while preserving its legacy as a vital institution in the community.
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
+61 3 5227 4300
Founded: 1840