Events List

North Sydney Men’s Table Entree

An introduction to The Men’s Table through stories and dialogue over dinner…for men interested in being part of the Men’s Table. “It really gives me a sense of belonging – I feel a part of something” – James, Entree attendee. The Men’s Table Entree is an introduction to The Men’s Table through open sharing over a relaxed and conversational meal. The cost includes a meal. The Entree event is a chance to meet other men, learn about how a Table works and helping you decide whether you’d like to part of this local Men’s Table group. It will be hosted by a couple of long standing members of other Men’s Tables, sharing their experiences from their Tables, and responding to your questions, concerns and ideas. What is the Men’s Table? The Men’s Table is all about men serving men. The first Men’s Table (MT1) began in 2011 with 12 men who have met once a month for dinner and ever since. It is now growing to become a national charity. The Men’s Table creates a unique environment for men to share openly about their lives, their challenges, their highs and lows with a group of men who they learn to […]

$33.00

Wesley LifeForce SP Training for Supporting Young People – Gold Coast, QLD

Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus 1 Parklands Drive, Southport, Queensland, Australia

Suicide prevention training for supporting young people Informed by the latest research in suicide prevention, Wesley LifeForce has developed a quality suite of suicide prevention training. Our suicide prevention training equips participants with the knowledge and skills to increase awareness of suicide in Australia, identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. Our supporting young people suicide prevention training is a program which was created in consultation with youth support providers and lived experience. ​ The outcomes • Safe use of language​​ • Australian suicide statistics​​ • Risk factors & protective factors​​ • Warning signs •Supporting someone & active listening​ • How to ask about suicide ​• Safety planning ​• Engaging in self-care practice​ Ensuring participant safety Our workshop material is specifically designed keeping participant’s safety in mind. The course material is vetted by MindFrame – an Australian Government body which provides expert advice to the suicide prevention sector on responsible reporting/portrayal of the issue of suicide.

Free

RUN THE TAN 2025

Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track, Melbourne Near the junction of Olympic Boulevard and Alexandra Avenue, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Join elite athletes, celebrities, emergency service workers, and schools as they run the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne to raise funds and awareness for mental health charities.  There is something for everyone! The Run The Tan annual showcase charity event is on 27 April 2025. There will be 5 key race events - a public fun run event open to everyone and 4 feature events with top elite athletes, celebrities challenge, emergency service workers, and battle of the schools all trying to beat the record for the fastest lap around The Tan of 10:08 mins and get an official time while raising funds and awareness for Mental Health. One lap of the Tan is 3.827km and the official start point is at the Pillars of Wisdom near the junction of Olympic Boulevard and Alexandra Avenue. There will be limited spots available for the public fun run event.  

$45 – $75

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Training – Gambling & Financial, WA

Gary Holland Community Centre - Meeting Room 19 Kent Street, Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. Overall training goals, participants will increase confidence in their ability to: understand risk and protective factors identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide ask directly and safely about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk To learn more or to book a workshop visit wesleylifeforce.org.au or email lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Half Day Workshop – Katoomba, NSW

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre 30 Parke Street, Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. Overall training goals, participants will increase confidence in their ability to: understand risk and protective factors identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide ask directly and safely about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk These trainings are available for free for community members. To learn more or to book a workshop visit wesleylifeforce.org.au or email lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au

Free

Wesley LifeForce – Building Resilience Workshop – Coffs Harbour, NSW

The Link 631 Hogbin Drive, Toormina, New South Wales, Australia

Building Resilience The Building Resilience workshop gives participants the chance to take ownership of their mental health and build new strategies to control their thoughts and emotions. Participants reflect on the personal management of their own mental health, in collaboration with others, and end the workshop with new techniques and healthy habits. Workshop structure Building Resilience runs over four hours, with two sessions in two parts each. Through the workshop, participants move from lifestyle-based factors and strategies to cognitive and self-awareness techniques for improving mental health. Session 1 Lifestyle factors in your mental health Part 1 - What is mental health? Part 2 - Lifestyle skills and strategies Session 2 Cognitive strategies for improving your mental health Part 1 - Cognitive capabilities Part 2 - Self awareness strategies   This workshop is supported by funding received from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal.

Free

Ryde Men’s Table Entree

An introduction to The Men’s Table through stories and dialogue over dinner…for men interested in being part of the Men’s Table. “It really gives me a sense of belonging – I feel a part of something” – James, Entree attendee. The Men’s Table Entree is an introduction to The Men’s Table through open sharing over a relaxed and conversational meal. The cost includes a meal. The Entree event is a chance to meet other men, learn about how a Table works and helping you decide whether you’d like to part of this local Men’s Table group. It will be hosted by a couple of long standing members of other Men’s Tables, sharing their experiences from their Tables, and responding to your questions, concerns and ideas. What is the Men’s Table? The Men’s Table is all about men serving men. The first Men’s Table (MT1) began in 2011 with 12 men who have met once a month for dinner and ever since. It is now growing to become a national charity. The Men’s Table creates a unique environment for men to share openly about their lives, their challenges, their highs and lows with a group of men who they learn to […]

$27.50

Wesley LifeForce Training – Building Resilience Workshop- Tweed Heads, NSW

Tweed Heads South Community Centre 18 Heffron Street, Tweed Heads South, New South Wales, Australia

Building Resilience The Building Resilience workshop gives participants the chance to take ownership of their mental health and build new strategies to control their thoughts and emotions. Participants reflect on the personal management of their own mental health, in collaboration with others, and end the workshop with new techniques and healthy habits. Workshop structure Building Resilience runs over four hours, with two sessions in two parts each. Through the workshop, participants move from lifestyle-based factors and strategies to cognitive and self-awareness techniques for improving mental health. Session 1 Lifestyle factors in your mental health Part 1 – What is mental health? Part 2 – Lifestyle skills and strategies Session 2 Cognitive strategies for improving your mental health Part 1 – Cognitive capabilities Part 2 – Self awareness strategies This workshop is supported by funding received from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal.

Free

Braybrook Men’s Table Entree

An introduction to The Men’s Table through stories and dialogue over dinner…for men interested in being part of the Men’s Table. “It really gives me a sense of belonging – I feel a part of something” – James, Entree attendee. The Men’s Table Entree is an introduction to The Men’s Table through open sharing over a relaxed and conversational meal. The cost includes a meal. The Entree event is a chance to meet other men, learn about how a Table works and helping you decide whether you’d like to part of this local Men’s Table group. It will be hosted by a couple of long standing members of other Men’s Tables, sharing their experiences from their Tables, and responding to your questions, concerns and ideas. What is the Men’s Table? The Men’s Table is all about men serving men. The first Men’s Table (MT1) began in 2011 with 12 men who have met once a month for dinner and ever since. It is now growing to become a national charity. The Men’s Table creates a unique environment for men to share openly about their lives, their challenges, their highs and lows with a group of men who they learn to […]

$27.50

Stigma-Free Streamers

Go Live For Youth Mental Health! Help change the game for young Aussies experiencing mental ill-health - Whether you’re an avid gamer, a whiz in the kitchen, a musician or artist, or even just love to chat, go live for youth mental health! Stream your favourite game or activity! Every dollar donated will support batyr’s vital preventative mental health initiatives in schools and universities across the country. Stay up to date by following @stigmafreestreamers on Instagram, access fundraising resources and check out the FAQs for more!

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Training – Disability Support Work, Windsor, NSW

Windsor RSL 36 Argyle Street South, Windsor, New South Wales, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. Our disability support work suicide prevention training is a 2-hour program which was created in consultation with disability support providers and lived experience. The outline of the 2-hour disability support work program is: Safe use of language​ Australian suicide statistics​ Risk factors & protective factors​ Warning signs Supporting someone & active listening How to ask about suicide Safety planning Engaging in self-care practice To learn more or to book a workshop visit wesleylifeforce.org.au or email lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Half Day Workshop – Tuncurry, NSW

Tuncurry Beach Bowling Club 21 Parkes Street, Tuncurry, New South Wales, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. Overall training goals, participants will increase confidence in their ability to: understand risk and protective factors identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide ask directly and safely about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk These trainings are available for free for community members. To learn more or to book a workshop visit wesleylifeforce.org.au or email lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au

Free