Recent News
Help us spread the word about help available in our region!
3 April 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has recently developed a 'Where to go for support' resource for adults that highlights key mental health and other supports available in the Illawarra Shoalhaven region.
Read MoreCollaborative sums up successes with new Progress Report!
22 March 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has recently released its third Progress Report, summing up milestones and achievements to date, as well as next steps for the future.
Read MoreRaising awareness for suicide prevention at ‘Battle of the Countries’
7 February 2019
Earlier this year, the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative was proud to be the platinum sponsor at ‘Battle of the Countries’, an Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout event with a mental health focus.
Read MoreThe Productivity Commission has released an issues paper
29 January 2019
The Morrison Government has established a Productivity Commission Inquiry into the role of mental health in the Australian economy and communities, looking at the best ways to support and improve national mental wellbeing.
Read MoreTim Heffernan and Toni Garretty among new Deputy Commissioners for mental health
23 January 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative congratulates Tim Heffernan and Toni Garretty on their new appointments as part-time Deputy Commissioners with the NSW Mental Health Commission.
Read MoreCheck in with family and friends during the festive season
20 December 2018
Christmas can be a challenging time for some people. That's why it's important to check in with family and friends, and see how they're going.
Read MoreYoung people donate to support local suicide prevention efforts
19 December 2018
Kiama High School students recently donated $1,300 to the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative.
Read MoreLend your voice to improve emergency and follow-up care for a suicidal crisis
18 December 2018
You are invited to help in Black Dog Institute’s study looking at the experiences of individuals who have been to the emergency department for suicide-risk.
Read MoreIllawarra Hawks join QPR campaign for suicide prevention
5 December 2018
On Tuesday 4 December, the Illawarra Hawks completed Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training with the Collaborative.
Read MoreA mo takes a month, QPR takes an hour
30 November 2018
If one of your mates was suicidal, would you know what to do?
Read MoreFirst national survey of trans and gender diverse sexual health launched in Australia
31 October 2018
Virtually nothing is known about the sexual lives of trans and gender diverse people living in Australia.
Read MoreFree suicide prevention training now available!
19 October 2018
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative today announced that an additional 1,000 free licenses are now available for suicide prevention training!
Read MoreNSW begins journey towards zero suicides!
17 October 2018
All people who have been admitted to hospital following an attempted suicide and those who have reached out for help will have access to follow up care and support under a new comprehensive strategy that marks the beginning of our journey towards zero suicides in NSW.
Read MoreRising suicide nationally, requires more action locally
27 September 2018
Story by Lisa Wachsmuth Illawarra Mercury There was 3128 deaths by suicide across the nation last year, rising 9.1 per cent from 2866 in 2016, new data reveals.
Read MoreSupporting colleagues with mental health obstacles
7 September 2018
Steve Gibbeson was recently featured in the Illawarra Mercury about his family’s loss of loved ones to suicide and the need to support initiatives such as the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative.
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