Castlemaine Safe Space

TICKET BOOKINGS CLOSE 5.30. SOME TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR Help us change the narrative on suicide by coming along to our live music event with local music groups – Bob Wills Poor Relations and The Sweet Patooties. Supper, tea and coffee will be provided, but BYO drinks and nibbles. The night includes a raffle Bring your friends and make a night of it!

Join Castlemaine Safe Space in an awareness raising movie night and panel discussion. Learn more about the Castlemaine Safe Space and the work we do and watch “Just A Farmer” – a feature film which follows the story of a farming family and community who are rocked by the loss of a treasured local hero. The movie explores mental health, resilience and issues around medical services in rural and regional Australia. The viewing will be followed by a panel discussion and Q and A, with the farmer-turned-filmmaker behind it, Leila McDougall and others who are working in this space. This event has been supported by Wesley Mission – LifeForce, and is also supported by funding from Murray PHN through the Australian Government’s PHN Program. We are also grateful to Roses in the Ocean, FRRR and the Mount Alexander Shire Council for further support. Please note: This film depicts mental health issues and suicide.

Breaking the Silence with Music: A Castlemaine Safe Space Event Is an event featuring 3 live bands, K5, Spitting Chips and Gherkinator. Finger food included in the price. There will also be a silent auction, raffle and information re what Castlemaine Safe Space offers.