Queensland Mental Health Commission

30/10/2026

A timely and important statement from the National Mental Health Commission.
Sharing for those who may not have seen it.

The National Mental Health Commission is concerned by some of the framing and language used in media reporting in the aftermath of the Helen Haines incident.

The Commission acknowledges the deeply distressing circumstances surrounding the alleged attack on Independent MP for Indi, Helen Haines. We send our deepest best wishes to Dr Haines, and extend our thoughts to her family, community and all those affected.

The heightened media interest and some of the subsequent reporting on people living with psychosis has not met Mindframe's national guidelines. The Commission reiterates the importance of safe, responsible and evidence-based reporting on mental health.

Read more 👉 https://www.mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/news/media-urged-report-mental-health-issues-safely

29/10/2026

Does your work include supporting people living with HIV?
We're proud to support Queensland Positive People - QPP for a series of free workshops across Queensland exploring HIV, alcohol and other drugs (AOD).

These workshops are open to S100 prescribers, AOD workers, mental health professionals and community workers.

The sessions will bring people together to share knowledge, discuss challenges and explore practical ways to better support people living with HIV who use alcohol and other drugs.

Participants will also hear key findings from PALS 1.0, helping inform conversations about how services can better respond to the needs and experiences of people living with HIV.

Workshops are taking place in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Hervey Bay, Townsville and Cairns throughout November.

Registration is essential. Visit https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01tBDr0 to find out more.

29/10/2026

🎉 Six projects. Six partnerships. One goal: better mental health outcomes for Queenslanders.

We're proud to announce the recipients of our Tertiary Transformation Grants, a $1.5 million investment supporting innovative projects that will strengthen su***de prevention, alcohol and other drugs education, workforce capability and stigma reduction across Queensland's tertiary sector.

Co-designed with students, educators, researchers and people with lived-living experience, these projects will help build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to support Queensland communities now and into the future.

Congratulations to all successful recipients: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01tptl0

headspace Griffith University The University of Queensland CQUniversity Australia University of Southern Queensland - Australia

28/10/2026

Queensland Mental Health Week has come and gone, but its message remains as critical as ever 💚

The importance of connection, supporting positive wellbeing and creating environments where our communities feel safe to seek help.

A few weeks on, we're reflecting on some of the events we attended, the conversations we shared, and how the small actions Queenslanders undertake can add up to such a big difference 👏

A huge thank you to every one who took part in an event, checked in on someone around them, or took some proactive steps to look after their wellbeing.

We can't wait to do it again next year!

22/10/2026

Great news!
Due to the popularity of previous rounds we're happy to announce an additional intake for the free AOD Skill Set Training in partnership with TAFE Queensland and Queensland Network of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies - QNADA.

We are offering 20 free training places for the nationally accredited Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set (CHCSS00093), delivered by TAFE Queensland.

This training is suited to workers in:
- community services
- youth services
- mental health, wellbeing and peer support roles
- homelessness and housing services
- justice, corrections and community safety
- health and social care
- other frontline roles supporting people with AOD concerns

No prior AOD qualifications are required. EOI submissions close 8 November 2026.

21/10/2026

What do you say when someone is struggling?

It can be hard to know what to say or do. You might worry about saying the wrong thing, or feel like you need to have all the answers. You don't.

A simple check-in, a listening ear or letting someone know you're there can be a meaningful place to start.
💬 Ask how they're really going.
👂 Listen without judgement.
🤝 Ask what support would be helpful.
💚 Check in again.

You don't need to fix everything to show someone they matter.

Save this post for when you need it, or share it with someone who might find it helpful.

19/10/2026

Last week we had the pleasure to see some amazing work the Commission has funded with Queensland Positive People - QPP. Miguel from QPP came to visit the QMHC office to showcase the PALS Remember Kit – which has a bunch of helpful items and printed resources to help you to live well with HIV. These kits are available free to anyone living with HIV in Queensland (one per person). Order or learn more here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01rXbs0

15/10/2026

Yesterday, the Commission was lucky enough to take part in Naloxone training delivered by Tegan Nuckey, Harm Reduction Coordinator at QuIHN.

Naloxone is a life saving medication that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, while you wait for help to arrive.

It's fast acting, easy to administer, and thanks to the Take Home Naloxone program is free and available at various pharmacies, AOD treatment centres and needle and syringe programs across Queensland (and nationally).

Knowing how and when to use naloxone can make a critical difference in an emergency.

Read more about the Take Home Naloxone Program here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01rk6L0

Read more about Naloxone and QuIHN here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01rk6M0

14/10/2026

Unsure about your responsibilities under the Charter of Victims' Rights? Don't be.
Charter of Victims' Rights training is now available.

The Victims' Commissioner Queensland, in partnership with the Queensland Mental Health Commission, has developed a short, self-paced eLearning course designed to help you to better understand victims’ rights, the Charter and how it applies to you.

Using practical scenarios, the training explores the rights of victims, your responsibilities, and the everyday actions that can help create positive experiences for victims engaging with services at a vulnerable time.

The training is free, easy to access, and takes just 20 minutes.
Access the training now. Go to https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01rbZ80

12/10/2026

It’s National Carers Week! 👏 A time to recognise and celebrate the more than 3 million Australians who provide unpaid care to a family member or friend.

For those caring for someone experiencing mental health challenges, alcohol or other drug concerns, or suicidal distress, your care and support is vital.

This year’s theme, ‘Care for a carer: Making carers visible”, highlights the invaluable contribution of unpaid carers and encourages us all to recognise, support and care for the carers in our families, workplaces and communities.

💙 This National Carers Week let’s take time to celebrate and support carers and the contribution they make.

Visit Carers Queensland and Arafmi Ltd to find out more about what’s on and how you can get involved this Carers Week.