Voting is now open for the Australian Men’s Health Awards. Who is your top Men’s Health Champion?
Vote here before 19 October: www.amhf.org.au/mens_health_...
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Voting is now open for the Australian Men’s Health Awards. Who is your top Men’s Health Champion?
Vote here before 19 October: www.amhf.org.au/mens_health_...
Jesse O’Sullivan works with men across Australia to reclaim their resilience and mental health through strength training, structure, and community.
Hear from Jesse at the National Men’s Heath Gathering on Day 3.
View the full Day 3 program & register today: bit.ly/46VQju5
Introducing Mia Bannister, guest speaker at the Men’s Health Gathering this month. Mia, who lost her son to suicide, will discuss early-intervention strategies for those at risk of eating disorders among men and boys.
View the full Day 2 Program and register today: bit.ly/4pPGIxv
It’s October - World Mental Health Month and a time to turn up the volume on conversations about men’s mental health. Men across Australia are encouraged to take action - whether checking in with a mate, joining a group, or giving a Know Your Man Facts talk.
Get involved: bit.ly/4743udu
Jack Bullman is the founder and CEO of Mibbinban Spirit Healing, a Health Promotion Charity for Indigenous Males.
Hear Jack on Day 2 of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Convention on Thursday 23rd October from 11.30am-1:00pm.
Full program: bit.ly/47VO7F9
Grassroots men’s mental health takes the spotlight at the National Men’s Health Gathering 2025 with the launch of the Black Dog Ride Pitchfest!
💡 Pitch your idea for men’s mental health
🏆 $5,000 top prize + runner-up prizes + bursaries to attend
✅ Apply by 21 Sept.
Full details: bit.ly/47TYTeM
On Day 3 of the National Men’s Health Gathering, 22-24 October, we'll be focusing on men's sexual and reproductive health; the life transitions that impact men's wellbeing; the secrets of working with men effectively and men's lived experience stories. Full details: bit.ly/3HZ7BxN
Find out what to expect on Day 2 of the National Men’s Health Gathering, 22-24 October at the Brisbane Showgrounds.
The formal opening of the Gathering begins with a panel session on this year's theme - Moving Men's Health Forward.
Full run-down: bit.ly/45W12nw
Want to know exactly what to expect on Day 1 of the National Men’s Health Gathering in Brisbane from 22-24 October?
Day 1 : Choose from 4 streams, including the Men’s Sector Showcase. LEARN MORE: bit.ly/4oWzbwd
Men's Health & Wellbeing WA has released an updated edition of its comprehensive resource on all things men’s health, titled The Blokes’ Book.
The 52-page 5th edition is a directory of services pertaining to many key issues impacting men and boys. And it’s free.😀 Full story: bit.ly/45B83LU
Karl Briscoe CEO, National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners, is a key speaker at the 10th Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Male Health Convention in October.
Early bird ticket close 31 August at midnight.
Register here: bit.ly/3HRxxvd
Early bird registrations for Men’s Health Gathering 2025 close TODAY!
Don’t miss your chance to secure discounted rates and be part of this powerful national conversation on improving the lives and health of men and boys.
Register before midnight: menshealthgathering.org.au/registration
DIY Dads, a unique Hobart City Mission program that helps homeless single fathers, is struggling to keep up with the demand for its services. The facility has eight two-bedroom units that have been occupied since October 2024, with more than 30 families on the waitlist.
Read more: bit.ly/3JjphVm
The National Men's Health Gathering will feature 2024 Qld Australian of the Year, Marco Renai, who piloted the first Men of Business program 12 years ago to create better futures for young men on the Gold Coast.
Early bird registrations close 20 Aug. www.menshealthgathering.org.au/registration
We are pleased to confirm the first speakers for the 10th Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Male Health Convention in Brisbane.
Held as part of the 13th National Men’s Health Gathering, early bird registrations close on 20 August. Find out more: bit.ly/45RSmQo
Introducing the first of our National Men’s Health Gathering speakers, taking place from 22-24 October in Brisbane.
Full story: bit.ly/40XLBtz
Early bird registration open until 20 August: menshealthgathering.org.au/registration
Richard Reeves breaks down a recent in-depth conversation with Barack and Michelle Obama called, ‘Focus on What’s Right About Young Men.’ The leading men’s issues expert praised the talk, saying it would open up more 'space to positively address the challenges of boys and men.'
bit.ly/4eYZwoZ
International Men’s Day is on 19 November 2025
This year’s theme in Australia is Supporting Men and Boys 💙
Whether it’s local men’s groups, mentors, or role models, let’s recognise the people and initiatives that are truly “Supporting Men and Boys.” Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/414SeKt
The 2025 National Men’s Health Gathering (22-24 October, Brisbane Showgrounds) is putting a focus on Men’s Health at Work, with an entire stream dedicated to talks and presentations about workplace approaches to promoting Men’s Health.
We'd love you to be involved.
Here's how ➡️ bit.ly/3IAXRtD
34 Indigenous men in a remote NT community took part in a grassroots health checks program that advocates say shows the power of community-led leadership. “When our people design the system, they show up,” writes Nicole Brown of the Enough Talk, Time for Action project. Full story: bit.ly/3IqVSbj
A new study by The Kids Research Institute Australia has found that young men who engage in sports & fantasy sports betting are at greater risk of developing problem gambling behaviours. Lead author Dr Vincent Mancini said the findings underscore the urgent need for targeted support. bit.ly/4ltLA95
Aussie men are being urged to take full advantage of the Federal Government’s new lung cancer screening program which offers free, low-dose CT scans to eligible people aged 50 to 70 with a significant smoking history.
Find out more: bit.ly/4eOdF8u
It's National Diabetes Week and a reminder for Australian men to get check their blood glucose levels.
As part of the #KnowYourManFacts campaign, we have a Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool that helps you identify risk factors and take action.
www.knowyourmanfacts.com/type_2_diabe...
Father's Day in Australia is celebrated on 7th September. This year The Fathering Project has launched a new campaign called Step Up For Kids, to raise money for children's mental health and highlight the powerful role fathers play in building confident and connected kids. Learn more: bit.ly/4lC77fk
Calling academics - whose research do you want to see featured at the National Men's Health Gathering in Brisbane this October?
Share your suggestions below or use the link to submit an abstract: www.menshealthgathering.org.au/abstract
The arrest of a Melbourne childcare worker on sex offence charges has sparked calls to ban men from early childhood roles - but advocates say quality male educators are part of the solution, not the problem.
Full report: bit.ly/4eGy8Mk
This year’s NAIDOC Week theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," calls on Australians to reflect on the legacy of past generations while celebrating the strength of today’s leaders and the vision of the youth who are shaping the future. #NAIDOC2025
Full story: bit.ly/4lFuDIi
In regional Western Australia, local football clubs are doing more than just chasing premiership glory - they’re leading a powerful push to change the conversation around mental health, assisted by a $960,000 boost from the Cook Government.
Full report: bit.ly/3I1bMZR
Early bird prices for the National Men's Health Gathering at the Brisbane Showgrounds close on 20 August 2025. Register here: www.menshealthgathering.org.au/registration
As Dry July approaches, Australian men are once again being encouraged to go alcohol-free for a month, and use the opportunity to reset their habits.
Know Your Man Facts: bit.ly/4k7ZvzR