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New Mental Health Facility Opens Amid Workplace Safety Laws

10/13/2025

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On October 9, 2025, Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt opened the Lilydale Mental Health and Wellbeing Local in Victoria.
The site offers free mental health support, including in-person and telehealth, without Medicare card or GP referral.
It is operated by Wellways Australia in partnership with local health organizations.
New South Wales enacted anti-bullying and sexual harassment laws that took effect, enabling damages and penalties to improve workplace safety.

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Story summary

On October 9, 2025, Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt opened the Lilydale Mental Health and Wellbeing Local in Victoria.
The site offers free mental health support, including in-person and telehealth, without Medicare card or GP referral.
It is operated by Wellways Australia in partnership with local health organizations.
New South Wales enacted anti-bullying and sexual harassment laws that took effect, enabling damages and penalties to improve workplace safety.