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The Chit Chat Channel contains real stories and practical tips to inspire and empower everyone to make staying connected and asking, 'are you OK?' a part of their every day.


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Young people lead the way in asking R U OK?

11 September 2025
Young people are more regularly asking each other ‘are you OK?’ and initiating meaningful conversations, according to the latest R U OK? insights.
Heath and Briana.

Turning loss into awareness, step by step

10 September 2025
Heath, known to his family as carefree and genuine, kept his struggles hidden. His death by suicide shocked those closest to him. His sister Briana has honoured his memory through the Ks for R U OK?, encouraging connection and conversation along the way.
Darwin organisations Waterlily Healing Indigenous Corporation and Perfectly Imperfect Consulting

Aboriginal-Led Organisations Honoured for Suicide Prevention Work

18 August 2025
Two Darwin organisations have received been recognised for their efforts at the 2025 Barbara Hocking Memorial Awards.
Two people in R U OK? gear talking

New research highlights importance of meaningful conversations

24 July 2025
In the lead-up to R U OK?Day on Thursday 11 September 2025, new research has highlighted the importance of checking in and asking, 'are you OK?' any day.
Lach found support after the sudden death of his wife, Bec.

Living with Loss: Lach’s Story of Hope and Connection

14 July 2025
Lach's world was turned upside down when his wife died. He shares his story of grief and how the support of friends and family helped him find strength, connection and hope for the future.
Greg Smith and his group of mates regularly catch up in Tasmania.

The powerful role volunteers play in connecting communities

19 May 2025
To mark National Volunteer Week, R U OK? Community Ambassadors share how they foster connection in their communities and the difference volunteering makes.
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St John’s Primary School in Mitcham, VIC

Victorian School Recognised for Wellbeing Initiatives

18 August 2025
St John’s Primary School in Mitcham, VIC, has received the Education Award at the 2025 Barbara Hocking Memorial Awards,
Matt Hockings during one of his R U OK? rides.

Gold Coast Local Pedals His Way to Suicide Prevention Award

18 August 2025
Matt Hockings has been recognised for his contribution to suicide prevention, through his grassroots cycling campaigns and unwavering commitment to the R U OK? message.
The ANZ Mental Health Network team

Workplace honoured for building an R U OK? Culture

18 August 2025
The ANZ Mental Health Network has received the Workplace Award at the 2025 Barbara Hocking Memorial Awards.
Students hold up R U OK? bags

Schools across Australia sharing R U OK? Any Day message

14 August 2025
Stuck for ideas on how to bring the R U OK? message to life in your school community? Check out the activities and events from schools across Australia.

The life-changing power of connection

27 July 2025
Lisa, a correctional officer and R U OK? Community Ambassador opens up on the life-changing impact of checking in with your workmates and asking, 'are you OK?'.
Carli lost her son Mitch, but the support of others helped her through.

Grief looks different for everyone, but no one should do it alone

by Gennie Sheer • 14 July 2025
R U OK? Community Ambassadors Tracey and Carli navigated unique journeys through grief but had one thing in common; the comfort felt by those who checked in.
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