Storyline Advice
This section contains a list of contacts for individuals and organisations who are available for interview regarding advice on the development of stories or characters involving issues around mental illness or suicide. Many of the contacts are willing to provide personal stories to allow insight into the real experiences of people who are affected by mental illness.
SANE Australia
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Enquiries
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Anita Orr - 03 9682 5933 or 0414 427 291
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Available for storyline advice
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Barbara Hocking, Executive Director
Dr Paul Morgan, Deputy Director
People affected by mental illness in each state and territory where possible
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Contact numbers
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Office - 03 9682 5933
Barbara Hocking - 0414 942 553
Paul Morgan - 0412 273 693
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Available for stories on
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Mental illness and disorders
Suicide and self harm
Youth and mental illness
Stigma and discrimination
Appropriate portrayal of mental illness and suicide
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Helpline
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SANE Helpline Mon-Fri, 9-5 (EST) ph: 1800 18 SANE (7263)
National Freecall service for people concerned about mental illness: providing information about symptoms, treatments, medications and support services for those affected by mental illness and their carers.
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Websites
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headspace - National Youth Mental Health Foundation
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Enquiries
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Briony Walker, Communications Manager - 0402 399 746
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Mr Chris Tanti, CEO headspace
Professor Patrick McGorry, Chair of Executive Committee |
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National Office - 03 9027 0100
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Youth mental health
Drug and alcohol use
Stigma and prevention
Mental health policy
Early intervention
Integrated models of care
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www.headspace.org.au |
Lifeline
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Enquiries
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Chris Wagner, 02 6215 9446 or 0434 378 939
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Available for storyline advice
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Dawn O'Neil AM, Chief Executive Officer
Bruce Turley, LivingWorks Manager
Various Centre Managers and counsellors
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Contact numbers
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Office - 02 6215 9400
Lifeline Australia Helpline - 13 11 14 (24 hours, 7 days - local call charge)
National service for people looking for non-judgemental, confidential emotional support. Common themes include: relationship and family issues; mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety etc; coping with loss; dealing with violence; addiction; disability and illness; suicide prevention and support.
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Available for stories on
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Mental health and wellbeing
Help seeking
Suicide and self-harm
Stigma and discrimination
Media reporting and portrayal of mental illness
Loneliness and social isolation
Telephone support lines
Community based organisations
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Website
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Mental Health Council of Australia
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Enquiries
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Simon Tatz, Communications Manager
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Available for storyline advice
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David Crosbie, CEO MHCA
Simon Tatz, Communications Manager
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Contact numbers
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Available for stories on
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Delivery, funding and status of mental health services across Australia
Government inquiries and reports on mental health issues
Mental illness and disorders
Suicide and self harm
Youth and mental health
Alcohol, other drugs and mental illness
Incarceration and mental health
Stigma and discrimination
Mental health promotion and education
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Website
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National Cannabis Prevention and Information Centre
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Enquiries
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Paul Dillon, National Communications Manager
0419 402 099 / 02 9385 0226
Clare Chenoweth, Communications Officer
02 9385 0218
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Available for storyline advice
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Professor Jan Copeland - Director
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Contact numbers
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Office - 02 9385 0208
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Available for stories on
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Cannabis
Cannabis and mental health
Cannabis research
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Website
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