Community and Research Network - CARN

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the biggest global health challenges of our time. When medicines stop working, everyday infections become harder - and sometimes impossible - to treat.

Join us for a seminar bringing together experts in microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health to discuss how we can slow resistance, protect patients, and safeguard our shared future.

Theme: Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future
📅 Date: 20 November 2025
⏰ Time: 12 – 2 PM
📍 Location: Education and Research Building (HERB), Geelong


Deakin University
Barwon Health

Strong community connections can help reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness and support better mental health.

Our free tip calendars can be used year-round, with simple ideas to help you connect with your community.

Think of small steps like joining a local walking group. Building these everyday connections makes it easier to manage life’s stresses.

Download your free calendar for more practical tips: http://bit.ly/42kUX3d

Today we’re celebrating headspace day, a national day supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people!

This headspace day, we want to talk about making space for what matters to young people.

It’s not about doing more, it’s changing the ways we do things and being creative with our time.

That’s why this year we’re encouraging young people and everyone who supports them to make space for what matters to them.

Need some inspiration? You’ll find plenty of great tips for young people and family at: https://bit.ly/3VRYPVV

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10 October 2025 is World Mental Health Day.

This year’s theme is Connect with your community.

According to , loneliness is closely linked to disconnection. We all share a need to belong — to feel accepted for who we are, whether through our cultural identity, ability, gender, LGBTIQ+ identity, or racial background.

“Community” can mean many things: friends, workmates, sports teams, online groups, or mob.

Our free 2025 World Mental Health Day calendars share daily tips and reminders to help you check in and connect with your community for better mental health.

Get yours here: http://bit.ly/42kUX3d

Today, 1 October, marks the start of Mental Health Month, an opportunity to promote awareness and understanding of mental health, reduce stigma and encourage open conversations about mental wellbeing.

It’s also the start of the final countdown to World Mental Health Day on 10 October.

This year’s theme is Connect with your community.

Download your free 2025 World Mental Health Day calendar for tips and reminders for good mental health throughout October.

Get yours here: https://www.mentalhealthaustralia.org.au/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/download-your-2025-mental-health-day-calendar/

Drop in for a cuppa, morning tea and some great conversation.We hope to see 😊

Bullying No Way Week (11–15 August) is a reminder of the important role we all play in preventing bullying and supporting young people who may be affected by it.

It’s not always easy to know what to say or do, but creating a culture of trust and sharing at home can help your young person feel heard and supported.

Here are a few tips to guide a conversation about bullying

✅ Create a safe space to talk
✅ Listen without judgment
✅ Encourage speaking up
✅ Work on strategies together

To learn how you can support your young person through bullying, read our full article here: http://bit.ly/44XBPJb