The Australasian Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (ACRRMH) arose out of the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health-Queensland. The Queensland Centre came into being in 2006 after widespread consultation with academic, service, community, indigenous, consumer and carer groups and other interested parties.

The ACRRMH’s charter draws focus on the three major population sectors in rural and remote Australia – the mining and resources sector, the agricultural sector and Indigenous Australia.

Deadly Thinking

This project comprises a series of one day social and emotional wellbeing workshop targeted at indigenous community members and 'natural helpers'. The Deadly Thinking workshops are very well received and are generating much interest, support and requests from a number of communities.  The workshops are raising awareness and understanding of depression, anxiety, and suicide in the context of family, community, cultural spirituality and sense of country. The workshops are also providing pathways for support and help and are identifying Indigenous community members able and willing to undertake more advanced training.

Creative Livelihoods

Creative Livelihoods has evolved from various Centre initiatives including Creative Recovery and is one in a series of exciting new ways to address the challenges faced by Aboriginal people living in rural and remote communities. The program builds and strengthens mental health and wellbeing by building livelihoods and encouraging economic independence via the creative arts.