News
Find out more about our latest news, blog posts and upcoming events to raise funds for young people in crisis.
January 5, 2026
Big Changes to Medicare As of November, and What They Could Mean for Your Mental Health Care
From 1 November 2025, significant updates to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) came into effect…
December 12, 2025
The Role Of Creativity In Youth Recovery: How Art, Music and Storytelling Help Rebuild Confidence
Recovery isn’t just about overcoming challenges, it’s also about rediscovering self-expression, purpose and confidence. For…
December 8, 2025
Can AI Support Real Connection In Youth Mental Health Care — Or Is Empathy Still A Human Strength?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly entered the spaces where young people seek connection, comfort, and…
December 1, 2025
Navigating the Festive Season: Supporting Young People’s Mental Health In The Lead-up To The Holidays
The holiday season often brings joy, celebration and a break from routine. For young people…
November 21, 2025
How to Drink Less During the Holidays
The holidays can be a tricky time for people who aren’t drinking, or are drinking…
November 5, 2025
What Are Australia’s New Social Media Age Restrictions?
From 10 December 2025, age-restricted social media platforms must take reasonable steps to prevent Australians…
October 24, 2025
Supporting Young Minds Through Connection and Compassion During Mental Health Month
Every October, Mental Health Month reminds us that mental well-being is not only about treatment…
October 21, 2025
Q&A: Gifts in Wills with Ruth Markham
Behind every young person who finds hope and recovery through Sir David Martin Foundation is…
September 29, 2025
How Communities Can Work Together to Reduce Teenage Drug Misuse
Adolescence is a time of discovery, but it’s also when many young people may experiment…
September 26, 2025
Why Youth Crisis Support Services Are Vital for Today’s Generation
Young people today are navigating a world filled with challenges. From mental health struggles and…
September 25, 2025
Drug and Alcohol Education for Youth: Why Early Awareness Matters
Young Australians face many pressures during adolescence, from peer influence to mental health challenges. This…
September 22, 2025
Building Emotional Resilience in Youth
Emotional Resilience is the Ability to Adapt and Grow Through Difficulties. It is not something…
September 17, 2025
Overdose Deaths in Australia: A Crisis We Cannot Ignore
In line with World Overdose Awareness Day on 31 August, the Penington Institute has released…
September 15, 2025
The Power of Peer Support in Recovery for Teens and Young Adults
Peer support is a powerful tool for teens and young people who are recovering from…
September 7, 2025
Mapping Australia’s youth AOD services
The findings reveal both encouraging progress and critical gaps that directly impact young people’s access…
September 3, 2025
Leaving A Gift In Your Will
Every year, thousands of individuals choose to include a gift to charity in their Will.…
