The Mental Health Minute – July 2026
The Mental Health Minute – July 2026 Beating the Winter Blues on the Tablelands Not every winter day on the Tablelands is crisp and sunny. Some mornings roll in with a wall of fog, drizzle on the roof and a sky stuck on grey. On those days, it’s completely normal to feel a bit flat. […]
The Mental Health Minute – May 2026
The Mental Health Minute – May 2026 Help Yourself by Helping Others We often think of volunteering as a way to give back to the community—and it is. But did you know that helping others can also do you a world of good? Psychologists have long studied the benefits of volunteering, and the results are […]
The Mental Health Minute – March 2026
Living Under Pressure: How Constant Crisis Affects Our Minds It can feel like we are living in an era of near‑constant crisis. Economic instability, natural disasters, political conflict and cost‑of‑living pressures bombard us daily, creating a continuous stream of threat. Even when nothing dramatic is happening in our own lives, the sense that something could […]
The Mental Health Minute – February 2026
The Mental Health Minute – February 2026 The Power of Negative Thinking We’ve all heard about the power of positive thinking. “Think positive.” “Look on the bright side.” “Choose happiness.” It sounds lovely and sometimes it helps. But what if real emotional wellbeing is not about forcing positive thoughts at all? What if it begins […]
The Mental Health Minute – January 2026
When School Feels Too Hard The start of a new school year often brings a mix of excitement and pressure. New teachers, new routines and new expectations can feel manageable for some children, but for others, returning to school can feel overwhelming. Sometimes this isn’t about a child being unwilling to go to school, but […]
The Mental Health Minute – December 2025
When “Logging Off” Feels Like Withdrawal: Helping Kids through Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Restriction From December 10, new legislation in Australia will require major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit, X and YouTube to take “reasonable steps” to prevent under-16s from creating or maintaining accounts. Australia is the first country to […]
The Mental Health Minute – November 2025
Movember – beyond the Mo. Every November, the world comes together to raise awareness and funds for men’s health through “Movember,” by growing a “mo” (moustache). While many people think of moustaches and fundraising, Movember is about something deeper—encouraging men to talk, connect, and take action for their health. Statistics show that men die on […]
Seniors Column – October 2025
Supporting Our Elders to Stay Safe and Strong at Home October is Senior’s Month, which is a great opportunity to talk about the support available to help seniors live independently, safely and comfortably in their own home. At Better Together, we’re proud to introduce our new Home Support Team, working under the Commonwealth Home Support […]
The Mental Health Minute – September 2025
Prioritising Your Wellbeing in Mental Health Month October is Queensland Mental Health Month and the first week of October 4 – 12 October is observed annually during Mental Health Month, culminating in World Mental Health Day on October 10. The annual week aims to shine a spotlight on individual and community mental health and wellbeing. […]
The Mental Health Minute – August 2025
Spring Cleaning for the mind As the seasons move into spring and the days become warmer, many of us start thinking about spring cleaning. While the weather is still drier and cooler, before the summer wet season sets in, it’s a good time to freshen up our homes. But we can also take this opportunity […]