University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction
University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction
University student journalism from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

The Junction

Kicking goals for wellbeing

How rural youth are redefining mental health
University of Newcastle, Brydie Hoad • December 8, 2025
Brydie Hoad
Meg Southcombe

Across the dry plains of rural Australia, connection and movement are bringing the community together, writes Brydie Hoad.

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University of Newcastle
University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW
The University of Newcastle has a journalism/news media major in the Bachelor of Media and Communication.