Recognising the signs
Dr Khaled Bardawil is on the frontlines of community health.
For the past 12 years, Khaled has been the GP in Lake Cargelligo, a town of about 1500 people located in Central West NSW. During this time, he has seen his community effected by population decline, economic downturn and weather events such as drought.
More than a handshake
John Harper is an animated man, but when he starts talking about the wellbeing of regional Australians, his energy is contagious.
The retired farmer and shearer from Stockinbingal is a passionate advocate for mental health and the powerhouse behind Mate helping Mate, a self-help program to address depression in rural communities.