Southern Riverina Wellbeing Collaborative

13/10/2026

13/10/2026

This Mental Health month, we want to share helpful information with our community about how to support ourselves and each other.
If you, or someone you know is having a tough time and would like support, reach out to a GP or jump on our website to find a local or national service to connect with. https://www.southernriverinawellbeing.com.au/

If you, or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call 000 or present to a hospital to have immediate needs met, or call Accessline 1800 800 944 to be referred to local Adult and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

If you, or someone you know are bereaved by su***de you can access support through Wellways After Su***de Support Program 1300 111 400 or StandBy Support After Su***de 1300 727247.

Beyond Blue, Headspace and Lifeline websites are reliable places to access information and their hotlines can be called if you feel like having a conversation with someone.

Southern Riverina Wellbeing Collaborative supports the community in and around Finley, Tocumwal, Barooga, Berrigan and Jerilderie to identify the needs and opportunities to build resilience and wellbeing.

07/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day — 10th October 2026💚
Mental health is health and just like our physical health, it deserves our attention, our care and our compassion.

This is a reminder that you never really know what someone else may be carrying. A simple “How are you really going?”, a listening ear, or letting someone know they’re not alone can make a bigger difference than we realise.

Let’s use the days leading up to World Mental Health Day to break down stigma, make space for honest conversations and remind one another that it’s okay to ask for help.

You don’t have to have all the answers. You don’t have to have everything figured out and you certainly don’t have to go through difficult times alone.

Check in. Listen. Be kind. Reach out. 💚

Who is someone you could check in on today? Tag them, send them a message, or simply let them know you’re thinking of them.

30/09/2026

Thanks to the support of Southern Riverina Wellbeing Collaborative, we're excited to be hosting The Animals of the Magical Mountains at the 126th Annual Berrigan Show for 3 fun and interactive dance shows on Sunday! 🎡

These 20min shows complement our commitment to offering a variety of free entertainment for children at the Berrigan Show, including facepainting, animal nursery, jumping castle, family scarecrow dressing, and the Kidz Zone with lots of activities!

28/09/2026

Looking for something to do this Long Weekend?
The 126th Annual Berrigan Show is this coming Sunday (4 October 2026)
They have planned a day full of fun, competition and entertainment for the whole family 🌞 It will be a great place to connect with your community, catch up with friends and maybe even make some new ones.

The 126th Annual Berrigan Show is this coming Sunday (4 October). 🎡

We've planned a fun day of competition and entertainment for the whole family including:
🕙 Official Opening by Member of Farrer David Farley MP - One Nation
🐨 The Animals of the Magical Mountains thanks to the support of Southern Riverina Wellbeing Collaborative
🤸‍♀️ Kidz Zone
🤩 Cheeky Smiles Face Painting
🐹 Hay Ho Animal Nursery
🎠 Wangaratta Amusements Jumping Castle Hire
👨‍🌾 Scarecrow Dressing
🚘 Display of Vintage Cars & More
🎟 Lucky Gate Prize - Kismet Riverside - Howlong NSW

And there's still time to get your entries in! Download a copy of our Schedule at www.berriganshow.com/2026, or pick one up at a local business in Berrigan!

25/09/2026

22/09/2026

📣 Dementia Action Week is here 📣

This week is an opportunity to raise awareness, challenge stigma and encourage more open conversations about dementia.

Dementia can affect individuals, families, friends, workplaces and communities. By talking about dementia openly, we can create greater understanding and make it easier for people to ask questions, share their experiences and find the support they need.

🗣️ Don’t wait for the right words or the right moment. Talk about dementia today

22/09/2026

Reminder - Our AGM is on tonight at 7pm

16/09/2026

R U Ok Day - Tradies Breakfast

Tradies' mental health takes centre stage at Finley TAFE last week. Find out how attendees took part in tackling mental health wellbeing challenges!

14/09/2026