Marz Wiseman’s story of courage, care and connection
As part of National Carers Week, Marz shares her story of love, resilience and life alongside her partner, Michael, who lives with Young Onset Parkinson’s.
Together, they’ve learned to navigate daily challenges while holding on to what matters most: connection.
Their story is a heartfelt reminder that even in the face of illness, love can deepen, and care can become a powerful act of courage.
Jo Blanshard’s story of advocacy, faith and family through the caring journey
As part of National Carers Week, Jo Blanshard shares her story of strength, advocacy and love through the challenges of caring for her family.
From co-parenting a neurodiverse child to supporting her husband through illness, Jo’s journey has been one of exhaustion, faith and deep connection. Her experiences inspired the creation of Healthy Hearts – Advocacy. Education. Support, empowering others to find courage and community along their own caring path.
Jo’s story is a reminder that carers deserve recognition, rest, and the support to keep their own hearts full.
New Griefline partnership tackles grief in the locker room
Griefline and Outside the Locker Room have come together to support the sporting community through grief and mental wellbeing. This partnership brings tailored resources, education, and safe spaces into clubs and teams — helping players, coaches, and supporters navigate loss, build resilience, and strengthen connection on and off the field.
Growing around grief: Tilly’s journey
Griefline is proud to collaborate with StandBy Support After Suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day. Tilly Wirihana shares her story of losing her nephew, showing how grief can change over time.
Griefline secures three years of Commonwealth Government funding for free nationwide grief support helpline
Griefline is pleased to announce that three years of Commonwealth Government funding for our free nationwide grief support helpline has been secured.
Griefline launches National Grief Survey for Grief Awareness Month
Launching this August for Grief Awareness Month, Griefline invites you to take part in the 2025 National Grief Survey. Australians are encouraged to share their personal story to better understand how grief is experienced.
When grief ripples through a community – a note from Kate Cahill, Griefline CEO
As a proud member of Mental Health Australia (MHA), Griefline is committed to advocating for increased investment in early intervention and prevention programs to enhance the mental health and well-being of all Australians.
This initiative underscores the urgent need for funding services like Griefline, which offer vital support to individuals coping with grief and loss—an experience that can significantly impact mental health. By investing in these essential services, we can help individuals navigate their grief while preventing long-term mental health challenges.
Griefline supports Mental Health Australia’s Vision Statement
As a proud member of Mental Health Australia (MHA), Griefline is committed to advocating for increased investment in early intervention and prevention programs to enhance the mental health and well-being of all Australians.
This initiative underscores the urgent need for funding services like Griefline, which offer vital support to individuals coping with grief and loss—an experience that can significantly impact mental health. By investing in these essential services, we can help individuals navigate their grief while preventing long-term mental health challenges.
What’s next for Griefline – and how you can help
Griefline’s nationally accredited Helpline has received interim government funding to remain open until 30 June 2025. While this funding allows us to keep the Helpline running for now, the future remains uncertain. Whether you’re a service user, healthcare professional, workplace leader, or passionate community member, there are plenty of ways you can help ensure our essential services continue.