Self Seen Margaret River - Weekly walk
2026-02-08 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth)
Join Self Seen Margaret River for their weekly BBQ & walk

You’re warmly invited to connect with the Self Seen Margaret River community — a local men’s mental health and connection group creating space for honest conversations, support, and genuine mateship.

Every Sunday at 7:00amRotary Park, Margaret RiverFree event

We gather for a relaxed, free BBQ brekky, a gentle walk, a chat, and a coffee. It’s a welcoming environment for men of all ages and backgrounds — dads, retirees, FIFO workers, newcomers to the region, and anyone looking for connection. Children are welcome too.

There’s no pressure and no expectations. Come along, move at your own pace, listen, talk if you’d like, and simply be part of a community built on honesty, vulnerability, and the belief that “No One Walks Alone.”

We’d love to have you join us.

Ryan: 0458 565 299Mark: 0427 700 520Contact: selfseenmargaretriver@gmail.com

See them on Facebook: Self-Seen-Margaret-River

South West Health Professional Network | Welcome 2026 | Sundowner
2026-02-15 15:00 - 18:00
As we gear up to another busy year join friends and colleagues at the scenic Waters Edge Bistro & Function Centre on the water in Bunbury to catchup and network. Bouncy castle and games for the children will make it a lovely relaxing family friendly Sunday afternoon.

Register here

Monthly Men's circle
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00
Join Self Seen Margaret River for their Men’s Circle.

You’re warmly invited to connect with the Self Seen Margaret River community — a local men’s mental health and connection group creating space for honest conversations, support, and genuine mateship.

Our monthly men’s circle is an opportunity for men to engage in a more intimate and genuine conversation about their lives. The circle provides a confidential and safe space for men to be open, honest, and vulnerable. It’s a space to share our challenges and to celebrate our wins.

All men are welcome.

There is no expectations, no judgement, and no pressure.

Date: Every third Tuesday of the monthLocation: Margaret River Community Centre, small meeting roomTime: 6:00-8:00 pmFree event

Phone: Mark 0427 700 520Contact: selfseenmargaretriver@gmail.com

See them on Facebook: Self-Seen-Margaret-River

Welcome to 2026 Sundowner Margaret River
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00
Light refreshments provided. Places are limited. (This is a ticketed event).Margaret River Brewhouse, 35 Bussell Highway, Margaret River.

Registrations are essential, visit:ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/swhpn200226n-mr/reg or scan the QR code with your mobile phone.

As we gear up to another busy year join friends and colleagues from your region at theMargaret River Brewhouse to catch up and network. There will be games for the childrenand an outdoor play area.

This is a free event. To become a member of the South West Health Professionals Network – visitswhpn.com.au/network (membership is free). For more information, please contact SWHPN CoordinatorJune Foulds at june.foulds@ruralhw.com.au

SWHPN 20 2 26 PDF flyerDownload

Self Seen Margaret River to Host Community BBQ Promoting Connection, Conversation and Mental Wellbeing
2026-02-22 10:00 - 11:30
Peter Durey, Mark Bailey and Ryan Nilsson-Linne

Self Seen Margaret River, a local men’s mental health and connection group, will host a community BBQ on Sunday February 22 at 10am, inviting families, women, and men of all ages to come along, meet the group, and learn more about what Self Seen is all about.

Founded by local men, Self Seen Margaret River exists to create a relaxed, welcoming space where men can meet, walk, talk, and support one another—without judgement, pressure, or professional labels. Every Sunday morning we meet at 7am for a free BBQ brekky, walk, chat, and coffee at Rotary Park.

“We’re just average blokes,” says Ryan Nilsson-Linne. “We’re not therapists—just men that have been through a bit and know how important it is to have other men around you who you can be honest with.”

The group’s motto, ‘No One Walks Alone’, reflects far more than their regular walks. It speaks to the importance of men supporting one another in everyday life—starting the week with connection, movement, and conversation to build resilience and a positive foundation for the days ahead.

“It’s the courage to turn off for ourselves and each other that keeps us growing,” says Mark Bailey. “Honesty and vulnerability is our true strength.”

While many men already have connections through sport, work, or social circles, Self Seen offers something different.

“This is a more relaxed and intimate environment,” Ryan explains. “A space where a conversation about mental health is treated the same as a chat about the cricket. You can be yourself, meet people from different walks of life, and feel comfortable opening up—or just listening.”

Self Seen Margaret River is supported by Mind-Ed Margaret River, giving the group access to helpful resources while remaining community-led and peer-driven.

The group places no age restrictions on who can attend. While many participants are working men or recently retired, Self Seen also welcomes dads, single fathers, and men who are FIFO or have moved to the region for work and are looking to build new connections. Children are welcome to attend with parents, recognizing that many dads find it difficult to find time due to family commitments.

For men who feel hesitant or anxious about attending something new, the message is simple: there is no pressure.

“You can come for a feed and keep to yourself, walk at your own pace, or just sit and listen. If you want to talk, someone will be there. If you don’t, that’s fine too. No judgement. No competition.”

The community BBQ on February 22 is designed as an open invitation for the wider Margaret River community to see firsthand what Self Seen stands for—connection, support, and showing up for yourself and others.

Location: Rotary Park Margaret River

Accidental Counsellor
2026-02-27 09:15 - 13:15
Talk Ask Listen Connect – Accidental Counsellor Training Accredited by QIP – Suicide Prevention Australia (SPA 1243)

This workshop empowers participants to become effective Accidental Counsellors, equipping them with essential skills to support individuals in crisis. Attendees will learn communication techniques and deepen their understanding of mental health and suicide prevention.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to guide those in distress toward safety and support while also prioritising their own mental wellbeing.

Objectives

Increase mental health literacy

Increased self-awareness

Develop skills to initiate caring conversations

Increased awareness of signs of stress or psychological distress

Increased capacity to support others and connect them with safety

Increased understanding of supporting one’s own mental health and wellbeing while supporting others.

Please note

This workshop focuses on supporting those in mental health crisis, which includes thoughts of suicide, self-harm, and suicide bereavement. This is an educational workshop and not a group counselling event.

If you are recently bereaved by suicide, reach out to StandBy on 1300 727 247 for support.

If you have your own thoughts of suicide, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for support.

About Mind-Ed

Previously known as Mindful Margaret River, Mind-Ed is a grassroots organisation focused on mental health, wellbeing, and community connection in the Augusta Margaret River region.

Mind-Ed offers advocacy, training, community education programs, resource navigation, and prevention-focused initiatives to support mental health across the lifespan.

Mind-Ed is the community’s trusted connector for mental health and wellbeing—bridging the gap between local people and the support they need through advocacy, education, and collaboration. We partner with local services, schools, and government agencies to ensure our region is not only seen—but supported.

Register for this event via the QR code or by following this link.

The ASK Workshop: Assessing Suicide in Kids | Online
2026-03-13 08:30 - 13:30
Children experience the world differently from adults—and that includes how they show distress or think about suicide.

Approaches designed for adults don’t always work for young children, which is why the ASK Workshop: Assessing Suicide in Kids is so important.

This online workshop is for professionals working with children and young people aged 5-14 years old. The ASK Workshop is completed across two days plus reading completed prior to the live workshop.

The ASK Workshop challenges commonly held notions about children’s capacity to consider suicide.

In 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of child death in Australian children aged 5 -17 years.

Participants learn

How to talk about death with children

How to talk about suicide with children

Developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to identify young children at risk of suicide

How to quickly gather and organise details needed to assess risk

How to explore and consider protective factors to inform safety planning

To consider common challenges when working with parents and possible solutions

Important Course Information

Pre-Workshop reading is required to be completed prior to the workshop to be permitted access to the live stream.

Pre-reading is via online modules, no later than the 10th March to access the course that starts 12th March at 8:30 am.Your live stream link and pre-reading will be emailed to you in the days prior to the training.The live stream will go from 8:30am to 1:30pm Thursday 12 March and 8:30am to 1:30pm Friday 13 March 2026.

Course Structure

Participants learn using case studies, guided simulations, discussion and practice using an assessment tool.

Following the course

Participants will have an increased understanding and alertness to the fact that children can be at risk of suicide. They will know what risk factors to look out for and feel confident approaching the subject of death and suicide with a child. Participants receive a risk assessment tool, a quick reference tool and a certificate.

Course length: 9 hours – delivered across two live streams over two consecutive days (4.5 hours per day)plus 1-2 hours of self-paced pre-workshop reading

Participants receive

A risk assessment tool

A quick reference tool

A certificate

Mind-Ed members – contact workshops@mind-ed.org.au for your discount code.

Need support to attend?

Ask about community scholarships to waive course fees.

Contact workshops@mind-ed.org.au

Register for this event via the QR code or by following this link.
