Northern NSW Football is delighted to announce that it will provide regional club members with the opportunity to attend a mental health awareness program.
These programs will be provided in conjunction with NNSWF’s mental health partner Talk2MeBro and seek to create positive metal health outcomes for players and members of the northern NSW football family through promoting the significance of raising awareness, encouraging education and ensuring mental health support.
Programs will take place in all four of NNSWF’s regional member zones including NNSWF – Northern Inland, Football Far North Coast, North Coast Football and Football Mid North Coast.
The program will encompass the following components:
Talk on Mental Wellbeing:
An engaging and informative session focusing on mental health awareness, stress management, suicide intervention strategies and fostering a positive mindset.
Mindfulness/Breathwork Session:
A practical workshop teaching participants various mindfulness and breathwork techniques to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
NNSWF General Manager Member Services Ross Hicks was pleased to announce the unique opportunity.
“NNSWF is excited to announce an opportunity for participants to attend one of Talk2MeBro’s mental health programs,” Hicks said.
“The program is designed to promote wellbeing and team cohesion within local football communities.
“Thank you to NSW Health for providing the funding that allows NNSWF and Talk2MeBro to provide these programs to clubs and participants free of charge. We encourage all clubs to take advantage of this significant opportunity.”
Armidale
Date: Wednesday 2 July 2025
Location: Rologas Fields
Time: 5-6pm (13-18 year olds), 6.30-8pm (seniors)
Tamworth
Date: Thursday 3 July 2025
Location: Gipps Street Fields
Time: 5-6pm (13-18 year olds), 6.30-8pm (seniors)
North Coast Football
Coffs Harbour
Date: Monday 14 July 2025
Location: The Hub 2, Stadium Drive
Time: 5-6pm (13-18 year olds), 6.30-8pm (seniors)
Football Far North Coast
Alstonville
Date: Tuesday 15 July 2025
Location: Geoff Watt Oval, 2 Deegan Dr, Alstonville
Time: 5-6pm (13-18 year olds), 6.30-8pm (seniors)
Football Mid North Coast
Taree
Date: Tuesday 5 August 2025
Location: Omaru Park
Time: 5-6pm (13-18 year olds), 6.30-8pm (seniors)