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SUMMARY:Towards Real Connection
DESCRIPTION:Towards Real Connection is a Korean community mental health seminar exploring how genuine relationships and community connection can support our mental wellbeing — and where to turn when we need a little extra help. \nJoin psychologists Dr Jung Sook Kim and Hee Kyung Kim for an accessible and practical conversation about connection\, wellbeing\, and mental health support available in Sydney. \nThe seminar will cover: \n\nThe Power of Connection — why meaningful human relationships matter for our wellbeing\nFinding Support in Our Community — how to access mental health and community support services in Sydney\nQ&A — an opportunity to ask questions and connect\n\nNo prior knowledge is needed. Whether you are simply curious about mental wellbeing\, looking for support for yourself or someone you care about\, or would like to feel more connected to your community\, you are warmly welcome. \nSaturday\, 24 October 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM\nEastwood Uniting Church\, Eastwood \nOrganised by Korean Cultural Centre Incorporated (KCC)\nSupported by WayAhead — Mental Health Month \nFree event | Korean community in Sydney
URL:https://wayahead.org.au/event/towards-real-connection/
LOCATION:Eastwood Uniting Church\, Eastwood
CATEGORIES:MHM Events
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SUMMARY:MULTICULTURAL CONNECTIONS FOR WELLBEING  - A Little Connection Goes a Long Way
DESCRIPTION:ORUMA proposes to deliver a “Multicultural Connections for Wellbeing” during Mental Health Month in October 2026. The event will bring together families\, youth\, seniors and community members from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds across the Orana Region to celebrate culture\, strengthen social connections and promote positive mental health. \nThe event will feature a range of inclusive activities including community games\, cultural performances\, sharing experiences sessions\, wellbeing conversations\, shared meals\, children’s activities and opportunities for participants to connect with local support services. Informal discussion spaces will encourage participants to share experiences\, build friendships and strengthen community networks. \nThe primary aims of the project are to:\n• Reduce social isolation and strengthen community belonging.\n• Increase awareness of mental health and wellbeing within CALD communities.\n• Encourage conversations about mental health in a culturally safe and welcoming environment.\n• Promote help-seeking and community support.\n• Foster meaningful connections between individuals\, families and the wider community.
URL:https://wayahead.org.au/event/multicultural-connections-for-wellbeing-a-little-connection-goes-a-long-way/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Primary School\, Dubbo\, 25A Wheelers Ln\, Dubbo NSW 2830\, Dubbo\, New South Wales\, 2830\, Australia
CATEGORIES:MHM Events
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SUMMARY:KYDS Spring Splash 2026
DESCRIPTION:KYDS Spring Splash is coming to Hornsby Aquatic & Leisure Centre on Sunday 25 October\, calling on the community to swim\, cheer\, volunteer or simply show up in support of local youth mental health service KYDS Youth Counselling. \nEvery day\, young people reach out to KYDS for help\, a service that’s there for as long as it takes\, with no referral or Medicare card required and counselling free for those who need it. This swim challenge is the community’s chance to help keep that support accessible\, one lap at a time. \nChoose your challenge: \nOpen to solo swimmers\, teams and families\, participants can pick the distance that suits them\, from a gentle splash right through to a serious swim\, all completed at their own pace. \nMake a splash: 100m\nDip your toes in: 1km\nSwim steady: 2km\nGo the distance: 5km\nChallenge yourself: 10km \nRegistration costs $25\, which covers pool entry\, and participants are encouraged to fundraise as much as they can before the big day\, with every dollar going directly to KYDS. \nOn land: \nNot keen on getting in the water? Family and friends are welcome to come along and cheer on the swimmers (a pool spectator fee applies)\, with a full afternoon of community fun planned on land\, including face painting\, kids’ activities\, a Lions Club BBQ\, live music and games. \nDon’t miss your chance to get involved!
URL:https://wayahead.org.au/event/kyds-spring-splash-2026/
LOCATION:Hornsby Aquatic & Leisure Centre\, 203 Peats Ferry Rd\, Hornsby\, NSW\, 2077\, Australia
CATEGORIES:MHM Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="KYDS Youth Counselling":MAILTO:info@kyds.org.au
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SUMMARY:Just A Farmer Murrurundi
DESCRIPTION:This special evening event will consist of a special screening of the feature film ‘Just A Farmer’ and information/Q&A session; supper/a light meal will also be served. This event will be free for everyone in the community and surrounding areas to attend; its focus is to help our community experience the connection\, collaraboration\, and conversation together surrounding mental health challenges that we experience.
URL:https://wayahead.org.au/event/just-a-farmer-murrurundi/
LOCATION:Murrurundi Golf Club\, Paradise Park Road\, Murrurundi\, NSW\, 2338\, Australia
CATEGORIES:MHM Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Just A Farmer Murrurundi":MAILTO:justafarmermurrurundi@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Heaps Mad Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Services and Inner West Council present Heaps Mad\, an open mic event at Marrickville Pavilion. \nWe invite Inner West locals to perform for 5-10 minutes\, from poetry and opera to dance and rock. \nThis event reflects on mental health\, lived experiences\, and the importance of mental well-being. \nWe welcome all community members\, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples\, diverse cultures\, LGBTQ+ individuals\, older persons\, people with disabilities\, and youth.
URL:https://wayahead.org.au/event/heaps-mad-open-mic/
LOCATION:Marrickville Pavilion\, 313 Marrickville Road\, Marrickville\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:MHM Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Local Health District and Inner West Council":MAILTO:stephanie.alchin@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
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