Mental Health Week is part of a national mental health promotion campaign that is held in October
each year to engage people from the community in discussions on how to manage their own mental
health.

There are a wide variety of events happening right across Tasmania this week. Please see the list
below for all the events coming up tomorrow that may have opportunities for media to do
interviews and explore the issues in the diverse and complex area of mental health

Tomorrow’s (Wednesday) Events open to the public:

SOUTH
Glenorchy Mental Health Week Event
Glenorchy City Council are holding a day of activities for Mental Health Week at the LINC. There will be free
morning tea, Tai Chi, Mindfulness activities, yoga and relaxation, face painting, cooking demonstrations,
mental health information and services and much more!
Who: Glenorchy City Council
Where: Glenorchy LINC in Terry Street
When: 11.00 am – 2.00pm
Lift the Lid – Huon Valley
Free Community Health & Wellbeing Event
7HOFM’s Mick Newell ‘’Master of Ceremony’’
• Free BBQ,
• Meet Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt (AFL Star)
• Special guest speakers – Local Health Professionals
• Lucky door prizes
• Entertainment
• Information on mental health and wellbeing
• Services/Stalls and Displays
Who: Rotary Club Huon Valley
Where: Cygnet Town Hall
When: 6.00pm – 9.00pm
10 Things You Can do for YOUR Mental Health
Join in on 10 activities that you can do that will directly improve your mental health. From massage to candle
making there will be something to suit everyone! There will be information on the day from a range of Mental
Health services as well as a pop up market selling local produce!
Who: Jordan River Service Inc
Where: Gagebrook Community Centre, 191 Lamprill Circle
When: 10.00am – 2.00pm

NORTH
Healthy Active Minds – George Town Community Hub.
Youth focus community festival involving expo of mental health providers, Tazorb activities, family focused
activities, ‘mental health begins with me’ photo booth and free BBQ.
Who: George Town Community Hub.
Where: Regent Square and Community Hub in George Town
When: 11.00 am – 3.00 pm
My Mental Health @Morton’s
Choose Life Services in conjunction with City Mission will be running a mental health morning in the
community outreach kitchen. There will be food, mental health activities and entertainment throughout the
morning.
Who: Choose Life Services
Where: City Mission Frederick Street Launceston
When: 9.00 am – 1.00pm

NORTH WEST
Depression – Let’s Talk!
Community Education Session on depression and seeking help for mental health issues, followed by afternoon
tea.
Who: New Mornings Mental Health Support
Where: Ulverstone Baptist Church
When: 1.00pm – 3.30pm
Contact for more information: Jenny Fabian 64254500
West Coast Youth Project – Holiday Program
Mental Health Information Session
Free Community Health & Wellbeing Event
• Free BBQ,
• Lucky door prizes
• Activity Centre (PCYC MAC TRAILER)
• Obstacle Course
• Zorb Balls
• Boxing
• Information on mental health and wellbeing
• Services/Stalls and Displays
Who: West Coast Youth Project & Youth Family Community Connections
Where: PCYC Building, The Esplanade, Queenstown
When: 11am to 2pm, Wednesday October 7th
Transport: Free Bus, Zeehan & Rosebery starting at 10am from Zeehan. For booking please txt or call Cathy
Whish Wilson on 0407307569.

For the full program of events go to:
http://eepurl.com/bBo1dn

Advice on how to report sensitively and accurately on mental health and suicide can be found at:
http://www.mindframe-media.info/for-media
Catherine Delpero