Program

This program is interactive. You can click on each of the presenter sessions to view the presentation outline and presenter’s biography.

The conference sessions will run on AEDT – New South Wales Daylight Savings time.

Agenda items highlighted in:

Purple will be available in person and online via OnAIR.

Orange will be available in person only.

Green will be available online via OnAIR.

All sessions (excluding masterclasses) will be recorded and made available to delegates in the Resource Centre five business days after the conclusion of the conference.

Ready to register? Click here.

To return to the website, click here.

Please email the conference organiser if you have any questions – rural@anzmh.asn.au

Please note, this program is subject to change.

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

	Stanley A	Stanley B	Stanley C	Auditorium	Waratah Room
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 1 Stanley A - In-Person Only	Masterclass 2 Stanley B - In-Person Only	Masterclass 3 Stanley C - In-Person Only	Masterclass 4 Auditorium - In-Person Only	Masterclass 5 Waratah Room - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Screening and Assessment of Anxiety and Depression in Children and Adolescents Professor Sonja March and Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Manna Institute	Outside the City: Designing Suicide Prevention for Rural and Remote Communities Laura Grattidge, Centre for Rural Health/University of Tasmania, and Dr Sally Fitzpatrick, Everymind and Manna Institute	Beyond The Rainbow: Building LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Services and Specialist Practice in Regional Areas Michael Gordon-Tarnowski, Drummond Street Services and Andrew Macdonald, Anglicare Victoria	Solstice Documentary Tim Daly, This Is My Brave Australia Inc, Annette Baker, Winter Solstice and Helen Newman, Nomad Films	What Does ‘Good’ Look Like in Mental Health Research Partnerships with Rural Communities? Professor Russell Roberts and Dr Hazel Dalton, Charles Sturt University, Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Stanley A	Stanley B
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 1 Stanley A - In-Person Only	Masterclass 2 Stanley B - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Screening and Assessment of Anxiety and Depression in Children and Adolescents Professor Sonja March and Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Manna Institute	Outside the City: Designing Suicide Prevention for Rural and Remote Communities Laura Grattidge, Centre for Rural Health/University of Tasmania, and Dr Sally Fitzpatrick, Everymind and Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Stanley C	Auditorium
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 3 Stanley C - In-Person Only	Masterclass 4 Auditorium - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Beyond The Rainbow: Building LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Services and Specialist Practice in Regional Areas Michael Gordon-Tarnowski, Drummond Street Services and Andrew Macdonald, Anglicare Victoria	Solstice Documentary Tim Daly, This Is My Brave Australia Inc, Annette Baker, Winter Solstice and Helen Newman, Nomad Films
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Waratah Room
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 5 Waratah Room - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	What Does ‘Good’ Look Like in Mental Health Research Partnerships with Rural Communities? Professor Russell Roberts and Dr Hazel Dalton, Charles Sturt University, Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Stanley A
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 1 Stanley A - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Screening and Assessment of Anxiety and Depression in Children and Adolescents Professor Sonja March and Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Stanley B
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 2 Stanley B - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Outside the City: Designing Suicide Prevention for Rural and Remote Communities Laura Grattidge, Centre for Rural Health/University of Tasmania, and Dr Sally Fitzpatrick, Everymind and Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Stanley C
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 3 Stanley C - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Beyond The Rainbow: Building LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Services and Specialist Practice in Regional Areas Michael Gordon-Tarnowski, Drummond Street Services and Andrew Macdonald, Anglicare Victoria
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Auditorium
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 4 Auditorium - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Solstice Documentary Tim Daly, This Is My Brave Australia Inc, Annette Baker, Winter Solstice and Helen Newman, Nomad Films
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Waratah Room
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Conference Opening 12:30pm – 12:40pm Welcome to Country 12:40pm – 12:45pm Welcome & Housekeeping Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 12:45pm – 2:00pm Keynote Panel – Justice & Equity Moderator: Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair Keynote Panelist: Catherine Lourey, Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW Keynote Panelist: Dr Chris Maylea, Associate Professor of Law, La Trobe University Law School Keynote Panelist: Carolyn Nikoloski, Chief Executive Officer, Mental Health Australia
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Afternoon Tea
	Masterclass 5 Waratah Room - In-Person Only
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	What Does ‘Good’ Look Like in Mental Health Research Partnerships with Rural Communities? Professor Russell Roberts and Dr Hazel Dalton, Charles Sturt University, Manna Institute
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Your Own Time! Take some time out to enjoy the afternoon, check in and settle into your hotel room, or perhaps enjoy a pre-dinner drink. It's your time to relax.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR	Room - Stanley A	Room - Stanley B	Room - Stanley C
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement Chair: Anita McRae	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Rochelle Hine	Mental Health Workforce Chair: Catherine Coysh	Open Topic Chair: Annette Beautrais
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Rethinking Psychosocial Support Following Adverse Events: Integrating Practical Solutions With Wellbeing Delivery in the Field Sarah Donaldson, East Coast Rural Support Trust	Outreach as Preferred Practice in Supporting Rural and Remote Communities Jacki Eckert and Jarryd Williams, Gateway Health	Supporting the Rural and Remote Psychology Workforce: Perspectives of Experienced Supervisors Sharon Varela, James Cook University	The Challenge of Cultural Change in Mental Health. How Can We Get Psychiatrists, GPs and Counsellors Speaking the Same Language? Dr Zelko Mustac, Dokotela and Geoff Davey, Queensland Injectors Health Network
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Awareness is the Greatest Agent for Change - 18 Years of Action Alison Thorne and Lourene Liebenberg, Deniliquin Mental Health Awareness Group	Sustainable Delivery of Nature-Based Social Prescribing for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Manna Institute and Southern Cross University and Associate Professor Matthew Leach, Southern Cross University	Attracting and Increasing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Belinda Kendall, Curijo Pty Ltd	Using Digital Mental Health to Connect Children and Youth in Regional/Remote Areas to Psychiatry Services Sarah McDowell and Dr Josephine Anderson, Royal Far West Centre for Rural and Remote Children's Health
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Connecting National Programs at the Community Level Joshua Matheson, Everymind	Forestry Fit - Wellbeing Program Designed for Industry David Milne and Barb Walters, Rural Alive & Well Inc.	Addressing Rural Mental Healthcare Workforce Wellbeing and Productivity Challenges: a Local Health District and University Partnership Case Study James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda	How a Regional Youth Mental Health Service Achieves a 93% Engagement Rate and Clinical Outcomes. Jennifer Parke, Human Nature Adventure Therapy
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Mental Health Workforce #2 Chair: Anita McRae	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich	Open Topic #2 Chair: Jay Little
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	Advancing Rural Mental Health: Collaborative Training Program to Address Workforce Shortage Chantal Bachere-crinquand, WA Centre For Rural Health	Building Community Capacity to Improve Mental Health in the Face of Natural Disasters Claire Fisher and Sam Robinson, Relationships Australia	The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swann, Manna Institute	Exploring the Wellmob Website: a Digital Library of Wellbeing Tools for Health Workforce and Mob David Edwards and Tiarnee Schafer, University of Sydney - eMHPrac
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Consumer Peer Work in a Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Team Amy Salmon and Spencer McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District	Communities Striving to Be in a Good Place Jeanice Henderson, Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR)	Optimising the Preventure Program to Prevent Mental Ill-health and Substance Use in Rural Youth Julia Boyle, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use	Understanding and Supporting the Spectrum of Challenges Faced by Regional and Rural Children and Adolescents Prof Sonja March, Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England, Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Michelle Gossner, Central Queensland University, Manna Institute
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Competing for a Stronger Workforce in Rural and Remote: Strategy for Recruiting and Retaining Nurses James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda	Building a Better Future for the Outback Linda Hansen, Outback Futures	Tearing Down Barriers to Care - Evaluation of a Home Telehealth Alcohol Withdrawal Service Fiona Faulkner, Clean Slate Clinic	Panel Continued
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Rural Roads to Brighter Futures: A Psychology Workforce Development Model Associate Professor Megan Jenkins, Federation University	Challenges Impacting the Transition to the NDIS in Rural and Remote Settings Associate Professor Tania Shelby-James, Flinders University	Filling the Gaps in Mental Health Services to Make the Inaccessible Accessible Natalie Wild, Redefine Life	Panel Continued.
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR	Room - Stanley A
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement Chair: Anita McRae	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Rochelle Hine
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Rethinking Psychosocial Support Following Adverse Events: Integrating Practical Solutions With Wellbeing Delivery in the Field Sarah Donaldson, East Coast Rural Support Trust	Outreach as Preferred Practice in Supporting Rural and Remote Communities Jacki Eckert and Jarryd Williams, Gateway Health
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Awareness is the Greatest Agent for Change - 18 Years of Action Alison Thorne and Lourene Liebenberg, Deniliquin Mental Health Awareness Group	Sustainable Delivery of Nature-Based Social Prescribing for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Manna Institute and Southern Cross University and Associate Professor Matthew Leach, Southern Cross University
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Connecting National Programs at the Community Level Joshua Matheson, Everymind	Forestry Fit - Wellbeing Program Designed for Industry David Milne and Barb Walters, Rural Alive & Well Inc.
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Mental Health Workforce #2 Chair: Anita McRae	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	Advancing Rural Mental Health: Collaborative Training Program to Address Workforce Shortage Chantal Bachere-crinquand, WA Centre For Rural Health	Building Community Capacity to Improve Mental Health in the Face of Natural Disasters Claire Fisher and Sam Robinson, Relationships Australia
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Consumer Peer Work in a Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Team Amy Salmon and Spencer McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District	Communities Striving to Be in a Good Place Jeanice Henderson, Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR)
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Competing for a Stronger Workforce in Rural and Remote: Strategy for Recruiting and Retaining Nurses James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda	Building a Better Future for the Outback Linda Hansen, Outback Futures
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Rural Roads to Brighter Futures: A Psychology Workforce Development Model Associate Professor Megan Jenkins, Federation University	Challenges Impacting the Transition to the NDIS in Rural and Remote Settings Associate Professor Tania Shelby-James, Flinders University
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Room - Stanley B	Room - Stanley C
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Mental Health Workforce Chair: Catherine Coysh	Open Topic Chair: Annette Beautrais
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Supporting the Rural and Remote Psychology Workforce: Perspectives of Experienced Supervisors Sharon Varela, James Cook University	The Challenge of Cultural Change in Mental Health. How Can We Get Psychiatrists, GPs and Counsellors Speaking the Same Language? Dr Zelko Mustac, Dokotela and Geoff Davey, Queensland Injectors Health Network
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Attracting and Increasing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Belinda Kendall, Curijo Pty Ltd	Using Digital Mental Health to Connect Children and Youth in Regional/Remote Areas to Psychiatry Services Sarah McDowell and Dr Josephine Anderson, Royal Far West Centre for Rural and Remote Children's Health
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Addressing Rural Mental Healthcare Workforce Wellbeing and Productivity Challenges: a Local Health District and University Partnership Case Study James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda	How a Regional Youth Mental Health Service Achieves a 93% Engagement Rate and Clinical Outcomes. Jennifer Parke, Human Nature Adventure Therapy
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich	Open Topic #2 Chair: Jay Little
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swann, Manna Institute	Exploring the Wellmob Website: a Digital Library of Wellbeing Tools for Health Workforce and Mob David Edwards and Tiarnee Schafer, University of Sydney - eMHPrac
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Optimising the Preventure Program to Prevent Mental Ill-health and Substance Use in Rural Youth Julia Boyle, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use	Understanding and Supporting the Spectrum of Challenges Faced by Regional and Rural Children and Adolescents Prof Sonja March, Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England, Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Michelle Gossner, Central Queensland University, Manna Institute
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Tearing Down Barriers to Care - Evaluation of a Home Telehealth Alcohol Withdrawal Service Fiona Faulkner, Clean Slate Clinic	Panel Continued
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Filling the Gaps in Mental Health Services to Make the Inaccessible Accessible Natalie Wild, Redefine Life	Panel Continued.
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement Chair: Anita McRae
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Rethinking Psychosocial Support Following Adverse Events: Integrating Practical Solutions With Wellbeing Delivery in the Field Sarah Donaldson, East Coast Rural Support Trust
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Awareness is the Greatest Agent for Change - 18 Years of Action Alison Thorne and Lourene Liebenberg, Deniliquin Mental Health Awareness Group
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Connecting National Programs at the Community Level Joshua Matheson, Everymind
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Mental Health Workforce #2 Chair: Anita McRae
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	Advancing Rural Mental Health: Collaborative Training Program to Address Workforce Shortage Chantal Bachere-crinquand, WA Centre For Rural Health
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Consumer Peer Work in a Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Team Amy Salmon and Spencer McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Competing for a Stronger Workforce in Rural and Remote: Strategy for Recruiting and Retaining Nurses James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Rural Roads to Brighter Futures: A Psychology Workforce Development Model Associate Professor Megan Jenkins, Federation University
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Room - Stanley A
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Rochelle Hine
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Outreach as Preferred Practice in Supporting Rural and Remote Communities Jacki Eckert and Jarryd Williams, Gateway Health
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Sustainable Delivery of Nature-Based Social Prescribing for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Manna Institute and Southern Cross University and Associate Professor Matthew Leach, Southern Cross University
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Forestry Fit - Wellbeing Program Designed for Industry David Milne and Barb Walters, Rural Alive & Well Inc.
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Communities Driving Solutions and Engagement #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	Building Community Capacity to Improve Mental Health in the Face of Natural Disasters Claire Fisher and Sam Robinson, Relationships Australia
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Communities Striving to Be in a Good Place Jeanice Henderson, Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR)
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Building a Better Future for the Outback Linda Hansen, Outback Futures
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Challenges Impacting the Transition to the NDIS in Rural and Remote Settings Associate Professor Tania Shelby-James, Flinders University
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Room - Stanley B
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Mental Health Workforce Chair: Catherine Coysh
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Supporting the Rural and Remote Psychology Workforce: Perspectives of Experienced Supervisors Sharon Varela, James Cook University
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Attracting and Increasing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Belinda Kendall, Curijo Pty Ltd
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	Addressing Rural Mental Healthcare Workforce Wellbeing and Productivity Challenges: a Local Health District and University Partnership Case Study James Hindman, Western NSW Local Health District \| Mhda
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swann, Manna Institute
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Optimising the Preventure Program to Prevent Mental Ill-health and Substance Use in Rural Youth Julia Boyle, The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Tearing Down Barriers to Care - Evaluation of a Home Telehealth Alcohol Withdrawal Service Fiona Faulkner, Clean Slate Clinic
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Filling the Gaps in Mental Health Services to Make the Inaccessible Accessible Natalie Wild, Redefine Life
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

	Room - Stanley C
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Thursday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 2 - Registration Open
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Conference Day 2 Opening 8:30am – 8:45am Welcome & Housekeeping Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 8:45am – 9:00am Opening Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 9:00am – 9:30am Grass Root and Place-Based Innovation and Planning, The Key to Rural Mental Health and Wellbeing Susi Tegen, Chief Executive, National Rural Health Alliance 9:30am – 10:00am Scar Tree – Leaving a Lasting Impression *Johnny Murray*, Cultural Programs Coordinator, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Open Topic Chair: Annette Beautrais
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	The Challenge of Cultural Change in Mental Health. How Can We Get Psychiatrists, GPs and Counsellors Speaking the Same Language? Dr Zelko Mustac, Dokotela and Geoff Davey, Queensland Injectors Health Network
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM	Using Digital Mental Health to Connect Children and Youth in Regional/Remote Areas to Psychiatry Services Sarah McDowell and Dr Josephine Anderson, Royal Far West Centre for Rural and Remote Children's Health
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM	How a Regional Youth Mental Health Service Achieves a 93% Engagement Rate and Clinical Outcomes. Jennifer Parke, Human Nature Adventure Therapy
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
	Open Topic #2 Chair: Jay Little
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM	Exploring the Wellmob Website: a Digital Library of Wellbeing Tools for Health Workforce and Mob David Edwards and Tiarnee Schafer, University of Sydney - eMHPrac
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM	Understanding and Supporting the Spectrum of Challenges Faced by Regional and Rural Children and Adolescents Prof Sonja March, Dr Govind Krishnamoorthy, University of Southern Queensland, Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England, Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Michelle Gossner, Central Queensland University, Manna Institute
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	Panel Continued
2:25 PM - 2:45 PM	Panel Continued.
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM	Afternoon Tea With Exhibitors
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM	Poster Presentations Hegemonic Masculinity: Can This Be a Silent Barrier to Rural Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing? Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute Inclusive Practice: Principles and Concerns, as Identified by Rural Stakeholders Cecilia Blackwell, Glen Innes Family Youth Support Service Men’s Reconstruction of Fatherhood: From Masculine Gender Roles to Egalitarian Gender Roles Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Federation University, Manna Institute Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital The Creation of a Rural Mental Health Multidisciplinary Training Hub Lucinda Derrick, Three Rivers Department of Rural Health, Charles Sturt University Increasing Access to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy in Rural Areas Using Telehealth: a Pilot Study Anna Dunbar, Murrumbidgee Local Health District Towards Cultural Safety: Mental Health Wellbeing Clinic Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Stuart Hearn, Njernda Aboriginal Corporation Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Jacqui Horwood, State Library Victoria How Do We Reduce Burnout for Psychologists and Ensure a Diverse Workplace Jaqui O'Donohoe, Access Psych Health, Safety and Wellbeing Influences on Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue Outcomes for Rural and Remote Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers Kelly McGrath, The University of Sydney MyStep to Mental Wellbeing - Providing a Therapy Service Alongside Community Mental Health Services Amy Salmon and Judith McGill, Murrumbidgee Local Health District The Manna Institute: Position Statements on Mental Health in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia Associate Professor Christian Swan, The Manna Institute Good Things Come in Small Packages: Remember Our Toddlers Dr Nancy Wallace PhD, Karitane
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Join Us for This Inspiring Keynote Session Keynote Session Chair Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 3:30pm – 4:10pm Farmstrong: Live Well, Farm Well Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong NZ 4:15pm – 4:55pm Small Changes, Big Impact: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter in a Regional University Setting Erika Cross, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Charles Sturt University 4:55pm – 5:00pm Day 2 Conference Reflection Professor Russell Roberts, Charles Sturt University, Conference Co-Chair 5:00pm – 5:15pm Closing Words from Australian Storyteller Murray Hartin 5:20pm Meet in Level 1 Lobby for Guided Walk to The Albury Club
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served. Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

Friday, November 10, 2023

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR	Room - Stanley A	Room - Stanley B	Room - Stanley C	Virtual Only via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.	IN-PERSON ONLY.			VIRTUAL ONLY
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge	New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Cliff Lewis	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich	Open Topic #3 Chair: Catherine Coysh	Pre-Recorded Presentations ONLINE ONLY
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Moving Moments – an Innovative Community-Based Approach to Addressing Social Isolation in Older Adults Chris Seiboth and Natalija Pearn, Lutheran Services	Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital	Harnessing the Strengths and Assets of Rural Communities to Improve Mental Health: a Systematic Review Annika Luebbe, Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research	Connect, Your Way - Mental Health Campaign Maja Asmus, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network	Someone Who Understands: Exploring the Suicide Postvention Needs of Rural People Dr Heather Bridgman, Centre For Rural Health Utas
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Coupling Mental Health Care Navigation with Telehealth Contributes to High, Timely Uptake Kelly McGrath, Wesley Research Institute	Unpacking Complex Suicide Ideation Detection in Social Media with Explainable Deep Learning Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute	Experiences of Mental Health Support for Older Adults in Rural and Regional Australia Dan Wadsworth, University of the Sunshine Coast and Dr Belinda Cash, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute	National and State-Wide Implementation of Indigenous Suicide First Aid Training in Regional and Rural Australia Tegan Schefe, LivingWorks Australia	The Success of Wellmates: a Positive Mental Health Programme for Agricultural Students Dr Nicky Stanley-Clarke, Massey University
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Murrumbidgee's Virtual "Suicide Prevention Outreach Team" (Spot) - The Story So Far Elizabeth Martin and Jesse Warran-Rigby, Murrumbidgee LHD	Suicide Prevention in Central Queensland: Warmline Case Study Mancel Carmont, Country to Coast, Queensland and Ellen Drane, Anglicare	Barriers and Enabling Factors for Rural Men’s Mental Health in Australia: A Scoping Review Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute	Stakeholder Perspectives of a Rural Interdisciplinary Mental Health Work-Integrated Learning Experience: A Mixed Methods Study Latitia Kernaghan, Charles Sturt University - Three Rivers DRH	Southern NSW Cross-agency Communication Response Protocol for Suicide Incidents Affecting Young People and Their Communities Jenni Hudson, Southern NSW LHD
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	My Drought Story - Reflections of Resilience During Tough Times Kate Arndell, Rural Adversity Mental Health Program	Rural and Regional Victoria: Supporting Our Workforce Now and for the Future Jessica Barbizzi, Department of Health, Victoria	Promoting the Rural Family Carer Mental Health Workforce Through the Co-production of a Discipline Framework Caroline Walters and Deua Stojanovska, Tandem	Adapting an Existing Service to Support a Rural Setting Erin Butler and Natalie Willson, Kidsxpress Ltd	Mental Health Nurses Enhancing Cald Community Access to Mental Health Services – an Intervention Study Reshmy Radhamony, Federation University
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health #2 Chair: Cliff Lewis	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Annette Beautrais	New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Darryl Maybery	Transformative Pathways to Holistic Mental Health Care Chair: Jay Little	Pre-Recorded Presentations #2
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Listening to Voices Theatre Presents “Actually It’s Me”. Lived Experience and Performance as a Catalyst for Personal and Collective Transformation Kate Fiske, Gateway Health	Nature Trails for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Southern Cross University and Manna Institute, Jacinta Elphick and Jennifer Wines, Murrumbidgee LHD, and Dr Miles Holmes, The Connective Pty Ltd	Finding Human Connection Amidst the Digital Mental Health Revolution Heidi Sturk, eMHPrac (e-Mental Health in Practice), Queensland University of Technology	Effect of Consumer-Led Education About Stigma Towards Mental Illness Among Mental Health Nurses Dr Anju Sreeram, Federation University	Health Providers' Perceptions of iSISTAQUIT Social Media Videos: A Qualitative Analysis Dr Ratika Kumar, Southern Cross University
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Parental Perceptions of Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Children From At-Risk Families: Exploring Effective Supports Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England and Manna Institue	Our First Year - Early Learnings From a Rural Victorian Local Mental Health Wellbeing Service A/Prof Harry Hill and Simon Hallam, Albury Wodonga Health and Michelle Hutton, Wellways Australia	The Phenomenon of Healing: Integrating Holistic Responses to Psychological Trauma Dr Rochelle Hine, Monash University and Charmaine Clarke, Indigie Services	Challenge of Lived Experience Suicide Prevention Support in Regional NSW Glenn Cotter, Grand Pacific Health + R U OK? Community Ambassador	Experiences of Tasmanian Male Victims of Domestic Violence and Service Providers Assisting Their Needs Paul Campbell, Western Sydney University
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Trauma and Resilience: Mental Health Clinician Experiences of a Collaborative Rural/Urban Disaster Response to Bushfires Elizabeth Martin, Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service	The Individual Placement Support (IPS) Program: An Evidenced-Based Employment Service for People with Mental Illness Stephanie Lagoutaris, Allianz Australia	Expanding the Reach of Mental Health Day Programs Julie Huntington, Healthscope	Overlooked Need, Lived Experience Solutions: MH Families and Carer in Rural and Remote Communities Amaya Alvarez, Tandem Carers Inc	Overcoming Barriers: Supporting Expectant and New Rural Mums to Access Online Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) Therapies Keryl de Haan, Murrumbidgee Local Health District and Brendan Cook, Mental Health Service \| Southern NSW Local Health District
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR	Room - Stanley A
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge	New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Cliff Lewis
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Moving Moments – an Innovative Community-Based Approach to Addressing Social Isolation in Older Adults Chris Seiboth and Natalija Pearn, Lutheran Services	Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Coupling Mental Health Care Navigation with Telehealth Contributes to High, Timely Uptake Kelly McGrath, Wesley Research Institute	Unpacking Complex Suicide Ideation Detection in Social Media with Explainable Deep Learning Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Murrumbidgee's Virtual "Suicide Prevention Outreach Team" (Spot) - The Story So Far Elizabeth Martin and Jesse Warran-Rigby, Murrumbidgee LHD	Suicide Prevention in Central Queensland: Warmline Case Study Mancel Carmont, Country to Coast, Queensland and Ellen Drane, Anglicare
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	My Drought Story - Reflections of Resilience During Tough Times Kate Arndell, Rural Adversity Mental Health Program	Rural and Regional Victoria: Supporting Our Workforce Now and for the Future Jessica Barbizzi, Department of Health, Victoria
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health #2 Chair: Cliff Lewis	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Annette Beautrais
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Listening to Voices Theatre Presents “Actually It’s Me”. Lived Experience and Performance as a Catalyst for Personal and Collective Transformation Kate Fiske, Gateway Health	Nature Trails for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Southern Cross University and Manna Institute, Jacinta Elphick and Jennifer Wines, Murrumbidgee LHD, and Dr Miles Holmes, The Connective Pty Ltd
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Parental Perceptions of Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Children From At-Risk Families: Exploring Effective Supports Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England and Manna Institue	Our First Year - Early Learnings From a Rural Victorian Local Mental Health Wellbeing Service A/Prof Harry Hill and Simon Hallam, Albury Wodonga Health and Michelle Hutton, Wellways Australia
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Trauma and Resilience: Mental Health Clinician Experiences of a Collaborative Rural/Urban Disaster Response to Bushfires Elizabeth Martin, Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service	The Individual Placement Support (IPS) Program: An Evidenced-Based Employment Service for People with Mental Illness Stephanie Lagoutaris, Allianz Australia
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Room - Stanley B	Room - Stanley C
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich	Open Topic #3 Chair: Catherine Coysh
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Harnessing the Strengths and Assets of Rural Communities to Improve Mental Health: a Systematic Review Annika Luebbe, Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research	Connect, Your Way - Mental Health Campaign Maja Asmus, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Experiences of Mental Health Support for Older Adults in Rural and Regional Australia Dan Wadsworth, University of the Sunshine Coast and Dr Belinda Cash, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute	National and State-Wide Implementation of Indigenous Suicide First Aid Training in Regional and Rural Australia Tegan Schefe, LivingWorks Australia
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Barriers and Enabling Factors for Rural Men’s Mental Health in Australia: A Scoping Review Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute	Stakeholder Perspectives of a Rural Interdisciplinary Mental Health Work-Integrated Learning Experience: A Mixed Methods Study Latitia Kernaghan, Charles Sturt University - Three Rivers DRH
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Promoting the Rural Family Carer Mental Health Workforce Through the Co-production of a Discipline Framework Caroline Walters and Deua Stojanovska, Tandem	Adapting an Existing Service to Support a Rural Setting Erin Butler and Natalie Willson, Kidsxpress Ltd
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Darryl Maybery	Transformative Pathways to Holistic Mental Health Care Chair: Jay Little
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Finding Human Connection Amidst the Digital Mental Health Revolution Heidi Sturk, eMHPrac (e-Mental Health in Practice), Queensland University of Technology	Effect of Consumer-Led Education About Stigma Towards Mental Illness Among Mental Health Nurses Dr Anju Sreeram, Federation University
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	The Phenomenon of Healing: Integrating Holistic Responses to Psychological Trauma Dr Rochelle Hine, Monash University and Charmaine Clarke, Indigie Services	Challenge of Lived Experience Suicide Prevention Support in Regional NSW Glenn Cotter, Grand Pacific Health + R U OK? Community Ambassador
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Expanding the Reach of Mental Health Day Programs Julie Huntington, Healthscope	Overlooked Need, Lived Experience Solutions: MH Families and Carer in Rural and Remote Communities Amaya Alvarez, Tandem Carers Inc
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Virtual Only via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	VIRTUAL ONLY
	Pre-Recorded Presentations ONLINE ONLY
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Someone Who Understands: Exploring the Suicide Postvention Needs of Rural People Dr Heather Bridgman, Centre For Rural Health Utas
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	The Success of Wellmates: a Positive Mental Health Programme for Agricultural Students Dr Nicky Stanley-Clarke, Massey University
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Southern NSW Cross-agency Communication Response Protocol for Suicide Incidents Affecting Young People and Their Communities Jenni Hudson, Southern NSW LHD
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Mental Health Nurses Enhancing Cald Community Access to Mental Health Services – an Intervention Study Reshmy Radhamony, Federation University
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Pre-Recorded Presentations #2
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Health Providers' Perceptions of iSISTAQUIT Social Media Videos: A Qualitative Analysis Dr Ratika Kumar, Southern Cross University
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Experiences of Tasmanian Male Victims of Domestic Violence and Service Providers Assisting Their Needs Paul Campbell, Western Sydney University
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Overcoming Barriers: Supporting Expectant and New Rural Mums to Access Online Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) Therapies Keryl de Haan, Murrumbidgee Local Health District and Brendan Cook, Mental Health Service \| Southern NSW Local Health District
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Auditorium and Virtual via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health #2 Chair: Sarah Loveridge
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Moving Moments – an Innovative Community-Based Approach to Addressing Social Isolation in Older Adults Chris Seiboth and Natalija Pearn, Lutheran Services
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Coupling Mental Health Care Navigation with Telehealth Contributes to High, Timely Uptake Kelly McGrath, Wesley Research Institute
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Murrumbidgee's Virtual "Suicide Prevention Outreach Team" (Spot) - The Story So Far Elizabeth Martin and Jesse Warran-Rigby, Murrumbidgee LHD
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	My Drought Story - Reflections of Resilience During Tough Times Kate Arndell, Rural Adversity Mental Health Program
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health #2 Chair: Cliff Lewis
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Listening to Voices Theatre Presents “Actually It’s Me”. Lived Experience and Performance as a Catalyst for Personal and Collective Transformation Kate Fiske, Gateway Health
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Parental Perceptions of Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Children From At-Risk Families: Exploring Effective Supports Dr Marg Rogers, University of New England and Manna Institue
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Trauma and Resilience: Mental Health Clinician Experiences of a Collaborative Rural/Urban Disaster Response to Bushfires Elizabeth Martin, Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Room - Stanley A
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	New & Innovative Approaches to Care Chair: Cliff Lewis
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Therapy on Demand: Integrating Digital Mental Health Treatments into Rural and Remote Clinical Practice Jay Court, This Way Up, The Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression, St Vincent's Hospital
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Unpacking Complex Suicide Ideation Detection in Social Media with Explainable Deep Learning Dr Anwaar Ulhaq, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Suicide Prevention in Central Queensland: Warmline Case Study Mancel Carmont, Country to Coast, Queensland and Ellen Drane, Anglicare
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Rural and Regional Victoria: Supporting Our Workforce Now and for the Future Jessica Barbizzi, Department of Health, Victoria
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Future of Rural and Remote Mental Health / New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Annette Beautrais
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Nature Trails for Mental Health in Rural and Remote Communities Dr Eric Brymer, Southern Cross University and Manna Institute, Jacinta Elphick and Jennifer Wines, Murrumbidgee LHD, and Dr Miles Holmes, The Connective Pty Ltd
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Our First Year - Early Learnings From a Rural Victorian Local Mental Health Wellbeing Service A/Prof Harry Hill and Simon Hallam, Albury Wodonga Health and Michelle Hutton, Wellways Australia
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	The Individual Placement Support (IPS) Program: An Evidenced-Based Employment Service for People with Mental Illness Stephanie Lagoutaris, Allianz Australia
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Room - Stanley B
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Social, Emotional and Cultural Determinants of Mental Health Chair: Sandra Batistich
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Harnessing the Strengths and Assets of Rural Communities to Improve Mental Health: a Systematic Review Annika Luebbe, Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	Experiences of Mental Health Support for Older Adults in Rural and Regional Australia Dan Wadsworth, University of the Sunshine Coast and Dr Belinda Cash, Charles Sturt University and Manna Institute
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Barriers and Enabling Factors for Rural Men’s Mental Health in Australia: A Scoping Review Dr Biswajit Banik, Federation University Australia and Manna Institute
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Promoting the Rural Family Carer Mental Health Workforce Through the Co-production of a Discipline Framework Caroline Walters and Deua Stojanovska, Tandem
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	New & Innovative Approaches to Care #2 Chair: Darryl Maybery
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Finding Human Connection Amidst the Digital Mental Health Revolution Heidi Sturk, eMHPrac (e-Mental Health in Practice), Queensland University of Technology
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	The Phenomenon of Healing: Integrating Holistic Responses to Psychological Trauma Dr Rochelle Hine, Monash University and Charmaine Clarke, Indigie Services
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Expanding the Reach of Mental Health Day Programs Julie Huntington, Healthscope
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Room - Stanley C
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Open Topic #3 Chair: Catherine Coysh
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Connect, Your Way - Mental Health Campaign Maja Asmus, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	National and State-Wide Implementation of Indigenous Suicide First Aid Training in Regional and Rural Australia Tegan Schefe, LivingWorks Australia
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Stakeholder Perspectives of a Rural Interdisciplinary Mental Health Work-Integrated Learning Experience: A Mixed Methods Study Latitia Kernaghan, Charles Sturt University - Three Rivers DRH
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Adapting an Existing Service to Support a Rural Setting Erin Butler and Natalie Willson, Kidsxpress Ltd
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Transformative Pathways to Holistic Mental Health Care Chair: Jay Little
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Effect of Consumer-Led Education About Stigma Towards Mental Illness Among Mental Health Nurses Dr Anju Sreeram, Federation University
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Challenge of Lived Experience Suicide Prevention Support in Regional NSW Glenn Cotter, Grand Pacific Health + R U OK? Community Ambassador
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Overlooked Need, Lived Experience Solutions: MH Families and Carer in Rural and Remote Communities Amaya Alvarez, Tandem Carers Inc
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Virtual Only via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Friday Morning Yoga in the Botanical Gardens Stretch, unwind. Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Day 3 - Registration Open
	VIRTUAL ONLY
	Pre-Recorded Presentations ONLINE ONLY
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM	Someone Who Understands: Exploring the Suicide Postvention Needs of Rural People Dr Heather Bridgman, Centre For Rural Health Utas
8:55 AM - 9:15 AM	The Success of Wellmates: a Positive Mental Health Programme for Agricultural Students Dr Nicky Stanley-Clarke, Massey University
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM	Southern NSW Cross-agency Communication Response Protocol for Suicide Incidents Affecting Young People and Their Communities Jenni Hudson, Southern NSW LHD
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM	Mental Health Nurses Enhancing Cald Community Access to Mental Health Services – an Intervention Study Reshmy Radhamony, Federation University
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM	Day 3 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	Pre-Recorded Presentations #2
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	Health Providers' Perceptions of iSISTAQUIT Social Media Videos: A Qualitative Analysis Dr Ratika Kumar, Southern Cross University
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM	Experiences of Tasmanian Male Victims of Domestic Violence and Service Providers Assisting Their Needs Paul Campbell, Western Sydney University
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM	Overcoming Barriers: Supporting Expectant and New Rural Mums to Access Online Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) Therapies Keryl de Haan, Murrumbidgee Local Health District and Brendan Cook, Mental Health Service \| Southern NSW Local Health District
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM	Day 3 - Lunch with Exhibitors
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Keynote Session Chair Barb Walters, CEO Rural Alive & Well Inc, Conference Co-Chair 1:15pm – 1:45pm Navigating Complexity in Reducing Stigma and Discrimination Dr Michelle Blanchard, Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne 1:45pm – 2:15pm What is Innovation in Rural and Remote Mental Health? When and Where It Works and How Do We Make It Stick! Lee Martinez, Mental Health Academic \| Department of Rural Health, University of SA 2:15pm – 2:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws