Mental Health Council of Tasmania

08/12/2025

This time of year is often hectic. Shopping lists, social commitments, work or study deadlines… it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Easy to overlook your own wellbeing.

Small daily actions, even ones we’re already doing, can have big ongoing benefits – especially when we’re present in the moment.

Do you feel a sense of calm with that first sip of morning coffee? Try drinking it without reading the news or multitasking – just sit in a comfortable spot, close your eyes for a minute, and savour that coffee. ☕️

When we pause to notice what makes us feel good, we get better at prioritising our wellbeing. So, give yourself permission to take a minute, even on the busiest days.

Download the free Take a minute app – it only takes a minute!

Android: www.takeaminute.com.au/android
iOS: www.takeaminute.com.au/iOS
Find out more: www.takeaminute.com.au/app

05/12/2025

We're creating a disability inclusion plan that makes sure people with disability are more included and supported in Tasmania.

Do you have lived experience of disability? Are you a family member, friend, carer or organisation working in the disability sector? We want to hear from everyone who is passionate about making Tasmania more inclusive of people with disability.

Find out more at www.dpac.tas.gov.au/disability-inclusion-plan

Consultation is open until 10 March 2026.

04/12/2025

Today is International Volunteer Day, and we’d like to say a big THANK YOU to all the volunteers out there! 👏

2025’s theme is “Every Contribution Matters.” This theme celebrates the power of collective action and acknowledges that every act of volunteering, big or small, contributes to a stronger and more connected world.

Did you know that volunteering can also boost your mental health? The social interaction and sense of purpose are key drivers for positive wellbeing! 🥰

Learn more: https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/get-involved/events/international-volunteer-day/ #/

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03/12/2025

Embrace Multicultural Mental Health (the Embrace Project) in collaboration with community members from the Embrace Lived Experience Group has developed video...

02/12/2025

You don't need a complete life overhaul to transform your mental wellbeing!

When you take a few deep breaths, you're calming your nervous system and telling your body it's safe. When you step outside and feel the sun or hear the birds, you're grounding yourself in the present moment. When you pause to notice what you're grateful for, you're training your brain to spot the good stuff more easily. ✨

While each small action might feel minor in the moment, they stack up! Day after day, these tiny habits create new neural pathways, shift your emotional baseline, and build a foundation of wellbeing that can carry you through tougher times. 🌱

What small actions will you be doing this week to build a big impact? Maybe it's three deep breaths before your morning coffee, a 5-minute walk at lunch, or jotting down one good thing before bed.

Need inspiration? Visit www.takeaminute.com.au to learn more.

30/11/2025

The Messages of Hope book is on its way to Tasmania’s East Coast! 💙

The book will be part of the Spring Beach Memorial Day, a special gathering where the community comes together to reflect, honour loved ones and support each other.

Be part of this heartfelt community tradition and add your message of hope to the growing story of Tasmanians supporting each other.

📍 Spring Beach
📅 Saturday 6 December 2025 | 11:00am

For more information visit the Spring Bay Su***de Prevention Network public group on Facebook or their website: sbsu***deprevention.asn.au

28/11/2025

From the Ground Up, Tasmanians are growing hope, connection, and change! 🌱

We’re pleased to launch the 2026 Tasmanian Su***de Prevention Forum, a day dedicated to bringing people together to learn and collaborate.

This year’s theme, From the Ground Up, is all about how small actions in our towns, neighbourhoods, and families can plant the seeds for connection, nurture hope, and cultivate meaningful change.

It highlights the invaluable contributions of grassroots efforts and lived experience in shaping sustainable, community-led su***de prevention.

Forum details:

📅 Thursday 19 March 2026
📍 Crowne Plaza Hobart
⏰ 8:30am registration | 9:00am – 5:00pm
🎟 Early bird tickets are now on sale!

Join us and help our communities continue to grow and flourish – From the Ground Up!

Learn more and get your tickets: su***depreventiontas.org.au/tspcn-forum/

28/11/2025

Devonport - FREE Mental Health First Aid training for hospitality workers!

Learn how to recognise when someone might be struggling, how to respond with calm and care, and where to guide them for further support. These are skills that can make a real difference for co-workers, customers, friends and even yourself.

Thanks to Hospitality Tasmania, hospitality workers can access it for free.

The training runs over two days: 1 December and 8 December 2025.

Register now ➡️ https://portal.lifelinetasmania.org.au/all-events/events-details/?id=da3c553e-52d8-ef11-8eea-000d3aca75ae&fbclid=IwY2xjawORo5tleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBckNxcmdQUDF3dzY1N0pPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtEw_5Ct2VkNIaP9_uYdpWQbzQ2bJq0N2MQ5qNonJAnk2ibgDCZA2P_yj9Qi_aem_c2vaw7pNrPUxz5u8cli27A

27/11/2025

Summer is almost here, but the weather at this time of year? Completely unpredictable. It's a perfect reminder that some things are simply beyond our control… and that's okay!

💡 Focus on what you can control: packing an umbrella or sunscreen, choosing your outlook, how you respond.

💡 Let go of what you can't: the weather, other people's reactions, unexpected changes.

Identify your sphere of control, act there, and let the rest go.

Download the free Take a minute app today.

Android: www.takeaminute.com.au/android
iOS: www.takeaminute.com.au/iOS
Find out more: www.takeaminute.com.au/app

27/11/2025

Our Sponsor Spotlight today is on the Take a minute. Mental Health and Wellbeing Award! This category celebrates young Tasmanians who are champions of proactive and preventative mental health, focusing on strengths to boost wellbeing before problems arise. 🧠💪

Here's why Take a minute is proud to sponsor this award:

"We wanted to highlight the incredible work young people across Tasmania are doing to support mental health and wellbeing. They deserve recognition—not just for their achievements, but to inspire others to make a difference in their own communities."

They emphasise that young people are leading change right now:

"Across Tassie, young people are stepping up, going above and beyond, and leading change. Celebrating their efforts provides visibility and momentum, so they can build on their work and continue to make an impact."

They are excited for the 2026 Awards: "We’re excited to see the next wave of passionate young Tasmanians being recognised... Every year brings new stories of innovation, resilience, and leadership. We can’t wait to be in that room again!"

Reflecting on presenting the award, they shared: "The energy in the room on the night was amazing! It was an honour to announce the winner and celebrate Emma’s incredible commitment... But more than that, it was inspiring to be surrounded by so many exceptional young Tasmanians and to celebrate all of their achievements."

Do you know a young Tassie leader who is making a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing in their community? Give them the recognition they deserve!

➡️ https://tinyurl.com/TASYAA26

🔗 Follow Take a minute:
https://www.facebook.com/takeaminutetas https://www.instagram.com/takeaminutetas

27/11/2025

🎨 RANT arts want to hear your voice! 📣

RANT arts is calling on people in North West Tasmania to share what creative activities matter most in our community. Your ideas will help shape future youth arts events, workshops and opportunities.

🗺️ Open to anyone living in the council areas of Burnie, Central Coast, Circular Head, Devonport, Kentish, King Island, Latrobe, Meander Valley or Waratah-Wynyard.

🕒 It only takes about 5 minutes to complete!

👉 https://www.rantarts.com/voicelab

RANT Arts is inviting people in North-West Tasmania to share their thoughts on what creative activities matter most in our community. Your ideas will help shape future youth arts events, workshops and opportunities.

26/11/2025

Have you read our Annual Review for 2024-2025? Take a moment to explore our achievements, impact and initiatives over the past financial year.

https://mhct.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MHCT-Annual-Review-24-25-WEB.pdf

[Image description: photo of MHCT staff and stakeholders planting seedlings at 2024's Mental Health Week launch. Overlaid text reads "Annual Review 2024-2025 | A leading voice in the Tasmanian mental health system".]