18/08/2026
💛 A gentle check-in from The Bathurst and Blayney Nurtured Village 💛
The heartbreaking news of Hayden Panettiere’s passing at just 36 years old may feel particularly heavy for some people today.
Hayden had spoken openly over the years about some of the struggles she had faced, and news like this can bring up many different emotions — grief, sadness, anxiety, memories of our own difficult times, or concern for someone we love.
So today, we simply want to remind our village:
You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out for support.
You don’t have to wait until things become unbearable.
And you never have to carry everything on your own.
If you’re struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or simply need someone to talk to, please reach out to someone you trust or one of the support services below.
💙 Lifeline — 13 11 14
24/7 crisis support and su***de prevention.
💜 Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636
Support for anxiety, depression and mental wellbeing.
🩷 PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) — 1300 726 306
Support for expecting and new parents experiencing anxiety, depression or emotional distress.
🌿 1800RESPECT — 1800 737 732
24/7 support for anyone impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
👨👩👧 Parentline NSW — 1300 1300 52
Free counselling and support for parents and carers.
And sometimes support starts with something much smaller:
“Are you okay?”
“Do you want to talk?”
“I’m here.”
Check in on your people today — including the ones who always seem strong.
And if you are the person who needs checking on, please know there are people ready to listen. 🤍
With love,
The Nurtured Village Bathurst and Blayney 🌿
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).