CHIT CHAT CHANNEL

SHOWING THE POWER OF CONVERSATION

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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Truckie Eno poses in front of a yellow fire engine.

Meet the man driving change in the trucking industry

26 March 2025
After losing mates to suicide, one man is on a mission to break the silence and encourage more life-changing conversations.
Disaster Relief workers help clean up after a natural disaster.

Supporting communities impacted by natural disasters

16 March 2025
Recovering from a natural disaster or emergency can be tough for communities, but practical support and open conversations can make a real difference.
R U OK? ambassador Eric with his niece, Isabel.

R U OK? Ambassadors discuss the power of connection and conversation

24 January 2025
R U OK? ambassadors have shared their stories and the importance of asking R U OK? Any Day.
Image shows Jade and the Sunflower Sisters.

Going the distance for Jade: Meet the Sunflower Sisters

17 January 2025
After losing their friend Jade, a group of friends formed the Sunflower Sisters to honour her memory. Running the City2Surf, they raised awareness about mental health and the power of checking in.
Students in hits and yellow uniforms smile.

10 ideas to build an R U OK? Culture at your school

16 January 2025
Don’t wait for R U OK?Day to bring the message to your classroom. Use these ten ideas to build an R U OK? Culture in your school community.
Ashleigh sits on her couch at home.

'I was excited to be a mum, but I wasn’t prepared for the emotional toll'

21 November 2024
Ashleigh shares her experience of perinatal anxiety and depression and how the support of her husband helped in her recovery.
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Matt Ireland alongside the Are They Triple OK? logo.

Matt's story of support and living with PTSD

25 February 2025
Matt recently celebrated 25 years with the NSW Police Force. He shares his experience of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as part of Are They Triple OK?
Gavin Larkin's friends at the 2024 Gavin Larkin Memorial Golf Day.

Gavin Larkin’s golf legacy: A reminder to check in with mates

28 January 2025
Ask anyone who played a round of golf with Gavin Larkin, and they’ll tell you the same thing. He'd always use the time to check in with his mates and see how they were going.
An adult hand holds a tiny baby's hand.

How to support new and expecting parents

19 November 2024
Becoming a parent is a huge change. We chatted with the CEO of PANDA about the transition to parenthood, the pressures many new and expecting parents face and how we can support them.
Two men having a conversation over a coffee

How to look out for your colleagues these holidays

1 November 2024
The holidays are fast approaching, and the end of year can be a stressful and difficult time for some. Rachel Clements, from the Centre Corporate Health, shares her tips on supporting colleagues at this time of year.
Ming chatting with her partner Derek.

'It's time we started talking about financial stress'

31 August 2024
At 17, Ming found herself homeless. Now a small business owner, she opens up about the impact of financial stress and how the support of others has helped her.
Nic Newling and his brothers Ben and Chris

'I wouldn't be here if I didn't get well'

28 August 2024
As a young person, Nic's mental illness came out of nowhere. Now an R U OK? Ambassador, he shares the story of his life, and how he wouldn't be where he is if he didn't get well.
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