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Listed below are media items for The Hon Mark Butler MP, Minister for Mental Health and Ageing, Minister for Social Inclusion, Minister Assisting the Prime Minister on Mental Health Reform, Minister for Housing and Homelessness
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Previous MinistersMay 2012
30 May 2012
Young Men’s Mental Illness Costs us $3 Billion Annually
A new report launched on 30 May shows that young men’s mental illness in costing the Australian economy more than $3 billion each year in lost productivity.
28 May 2012
Kicking Goals in the Fight Against Risky Drinking
The Australian Government today announced the expansion of the successful Good Sports Program, an initiative supporting local sporting clubs around Australia to build a culture of responsible drinking at the grass roots level.
25 May 2012
Speech - Opening of headspace, Noarlunga SA 25 May 2012
25 May 2012
Noarlunga headspace Opens for Young People in South Adelaide
Young people living in Noarlunga and surrounding areas will benefit from a new headspace service, officially opened on 25 May.
22 May 2012
Speech - Launch of National Palliative Care Week
18 May 2012
$4.3 Million More for Home and Community Care in Tasmania
Older Tasmanians will receive more support to stay in their homes thanks to a $4.3 million boost to the Home and Community Care Program.
16 May 2012
Better Access to Care for Tasmanians Affected by Dementia
An innovative nurse practitioner pilot project is improving access to primary health care for older Australians in Tasmania.
14 May 2012
Schizophrenia Awareness Week
At the beginning of Schizophrenia Awareness Week (14-20 May), the Minister for Mental Health and Ageing, Mark Butler, has welcomed the opportunity the week provides to promote greater community understanding of schizophrenia and mental illness generally.
03 May 2012
Online Training Available for Suicide Prevention Professionals
Australians who have attempted or are at risk of suicide or self-harm will benefit from an updated and expanded online training package produced as part of the Australian Government efforts to tackle suicide.
03 May 2012
Your Say on Australia’s First Ever Mental Health Report Card
Australians are now able to have their say on the nation’s first Report Card on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, through a new online survey.