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Healthy workplaces

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What is a healthy workplace?

Find out what it takes to create a mentally healthy workplace that is positive and productive, and gets the best out of people.

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Why it matters

Why invest in mental health? Besides benefitting employees, a mentally healthy workplace is more productive and better for your bottom line.

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Workplace stress

Common risks to workplace mental health include job stress, bullying, harassment, and workplace trauma.

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Workplace bullying

Bullying is a serious issue in workplaces across Australia and a risk factor for anxiety, depression and suicide.

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Legal rights and responsibilities

Find out the formal rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under discrimination, privacy, and work health and safety legislation.

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Strategies for healthy workplaces

A guide on how to get started to make a difference at work and encourage mentally healthy practices.

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Healthy workplaces for small businesses

There are a number of things you can do to make your small business mentally healthy.

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Information for police and emergency services

Promoting mental health in a police and emergency services organisation.

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Get inspired

Find out what's worked for other businesses and people through our collection of case studies and personal stories.

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Education and training

Build up your expertise or the skills of employees to improve mental health in the workplace.

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Find resources

Explore the wide range of information on workplace mental health using our online catalogue.

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Mentally healthy workplace alliance

Alliance members:

  • Business Council of Australia
  • Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Black Dog Institute
  • Sane Australia
  • AFOEM
  • Mental Health Commission
  • COSBOA
  • APS
  • Mental Health Australia
  • Safe work Australia
  • AI Group
  • Super Friend
  • ACTU
  • Comcare
  • Beyond Blue

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