MHPN’s interactive webinars feature case-based discussions and Q&A sessions led by top experts, modeling multidisciplinary practice and collaborative care.
Mental Health in Practice is a podcast for health professionals working across the mental health system, featuring conversations grounded in real-world experience. Each episode brings together perspectives from clinical practice, research, and sector expertise to explore contemporary mental health care.
Mental Health in Practice is a podcast for health professionals working across the mental health system, featuring conversations grounded in real-world experience. Each episode brings together perspectives from clinical practice, research, and sector expertise to explore contemporary mental health care.
MHPN’s interactive webinars feature case-based discussions and Q&A sessions led by top experts, modeling multidisciplinary practice and collaborative care.
This network has been created for mentalhealth professionals across regional, rural and remote areas of Hunter New England to connect, explore emerging and innovative models of care and strengthen multidisciplinary, collaborative care at an initial face-to-face event, in Tamworth on May 19, 2026.A follow up three-part 2-hr evening series in partnership with the Peregrine Centre has been scheduled for July 2nd, July 30th and 27th August 2026.Click to find out more and register
This network is coordinated by The Peregrine Centre, a social impact studio with a focus on supporting mentalhealth service delivery. The Peregrine Centre holds the RuralMentalHealth Partnership with NSW Health, a five-year partnership delivering research and training activities to support the practice of rural practitioners around NSW.
The Riverland MentalHealth Professionals’ Network brings together mentalhealth professionals from the Riverland region of South Australia (our area will encompass - Riverland locations including Berri, Renmark, Barmera, Loxton, and Waikerie) to connect, share insights, and collaborate in a safe and supportive environment.Our bi-monthly meetings feature a mix of guest speakers, resource sharing, and case-based discussions, all focused on promoting timely, effective, and multidisciplinary care for Riverland communities.The network is hybrid, offering both in-person and online participation to make engagement easy and accessible for everyone.Join the network to be added to the mailing list and receive invitations to future meetings. **All new members are encouraged to please complete the Express of Interest (EOI) Form**Objectives of Network:Create networking opportunities to reduce isolation among practitionersProvide the time and space to support bi-monthly self-care gatheringsOperations of the Network:Bi-monthly online meetings with occasional in-person meetings at Coordinator’s discretionInvited guest speaker/panel opportunitiesPeer contributions shared and welcomed Attendance at a majority of meetings preferredAnnual review of the group and its functionSave the Dates:Please mark your calendar with the 2026 meeting dates:Tuesday 3 February 2026 (F2F) | Stronger Together: Connecting Minds in the Riverland – Inaugural SessionTuesday 7 April 2026 (Online) | Safety Planning and IAR-DST Assessments: A Journal Review and Group DiscussionTuesday 2 June 2026 (F2F)Tuesday 4 August 2026 (F2F)Tuesday 20 October 2026 (Online) | Report back from 50th International MentalHealth Nursing Conference Tuesday 1 December 2026 (F2F)Network Coordinators: Carol-Ann Stanborough & Melanie GilgenCarol-Ann and Melanie are MentalHealth Nurses with a genuine passion for building meaningful connections and championing multidisciplinary collaboration to strengthen mentalhealth care.Carol-Ann Stanborough (Lecturer Rural and Remote MentalHealth | MentalHealth Academic- teaching and research, Flinders University Dept of RuralHealth -Renmark SA)Carol-Ann is Registered Nurse/ midwife / mentalhealth nurse with 30+ years of living & working in rural and remote areas. Experienced manager, leader, clinical educator and mentalhealth nurse. Her vision is to impart practical mentalhealth knowledge to university staff, students, industry workforce, and local communities through creation and delivery of accessible mentalhealth education and training. Her current research includes the collaboration with UniSA & Australian Teletrials evaluating the 'Hearing Voices that are Distressing' simulation workshops re the impact of having a co-facilitator with lived experience, and how this changes practice of health and social care workers.Melanie Gilgen (Portfolio Coordinator and MentalHealth Clinician, FocusOne Health Berri, SA)Melanie is Registered Nurse, Midwife and Credentialed MentalHealth Nurse with experience across metropolitan, rural and remote communities, acute care, general practice and NGOs. Her vision to create a connected network that supports and nurtures mentalhealth clinicians from students through to experienced clinicians and beyond to feel included, heard and valued in their work, listens to and understands their challenges and provides peer support and guidance.
This network connects clinicians, early researchers, and students working in mentalhealth within palliative care across rural Southern NSW and North East Victoria, including Albury, Wangaratta, and surrounding shires (Federation Shire, Indigo Shire, Hume Shire, Snowy Valley Shire, Berrigan Shire, Murrumbidgee Shire, Rural Cities of Albury and Wangaratta).The Network provides a safe, collaborative space for peer support, case discussion, reflective practice, and professional development while aiming to enhance clinical competence, integrated care, referral pathways, and family and carer support. By sharing resources, mentoring, and rural-focused strategies, this Network also aims to enhance workforce capability, improve access and equity, and foster evidence-informed, multidisciplinary palliative care across these regional communities.Join the network to be added to the mailing list and receive invitations to future meetings. **All new members are encouraged to please complete the Express of Interest (EOI) Form**Save the Dates:Please mark your calendar with the 2026 online meeting dates, all held from 6:30–8:00pm (NSW/VIC time):Wednesday 18 February 2026 | MentalHealth in Palliative Care in Rural Communities - Inaugural SessionWednesday 15 April 2026 | Caring at the Crossroads: MentalHealth in Palliative SettingsWednesday 17 June 2026 | Navigating Death and Dying: Aboriginal Perspectives in Palliative Care in Remote, Rural and Regional SettingsWednesday 21 August 2026Wednesday 21 October 2026
The Euroa MentalHealth Professionals Network connects multidisciplinary mentalhealth clinicians across our rural region. Meeting quarterly and in person, this collaborative, inclusive network focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities of rural practice. Meetings feature an informal, social atmosphere designed for genuine networking over shared meals. Practitioners participate in diverse content types, including engaging guest speakers and interactive case discussions. Conversations centre on exploring relevant clinical topics, implementing trauma-informed care, and actively supporting clinician wellbeing.
The Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN) respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri and the Boonwurrung people of the Kulin nation, the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which our office is situated. We also acknowledge Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. Find out more.
