This network brings together mental health professionals, GPs, peer workers, lived experience advocates, and community service providers for a safe, interactive and collaborative forum focused on improving mental health support for men across the Tamworth region. Sessions encourage multidisciplinary learning, practical discussion, and the sharing of local knowledge to strengthen referral pathways and support earlier, more appropriate connections for men experiencing distress, isolation, and other mental health challenges.The Network aims to strengthen collaboration across services, enhance practitioner confidence, and improve awareness of local supports to promote more timely, coordinated and person-centred care for men.The network meets monthly on the fourth Saturday of each month and provides access to case-based discussions and peer support opportunities to connect and collaborate with local professionals.Join the network to be added to the mailing list and receive invitations to future meetings.Network Coordinators:Dale McDonald is the founder of BASE FIVE CO and a wellbeing facilitator based in Tamworth, NSW. Drawing on experience across boxing, mindfulness, yoga, and corporate wellness, he delivers Men’s Circles, workplace wellbeing programs, meditation, yoga, and boxing coaching to support holistic health and resilience. Dale is passionate about creating practical, inclusive spaces that foster connection, personal growth, and lasting positive change for individuals and communities.Paul Craig is the founder of Ironbark Recovery and Support, a unique community service providing peer-led support for men experiencing mental health challenges, domestic and family violence, and suicide risk. Drawing on lived experience and professional practice, Paul works collaboratively with local services to improve access, connection, recovery, and hope across regional communities.Corie Morris Save the Dates:Saturday 22 August 2026, 9-10:30am AEST | Network Launch - Support collaboration and service provision
