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As the winter solstice approaches this Friday, communities across Australia will recognise the day in a variety of ways from bonfires to naked swims. In the regional New South Wales town of Albury, the 21st of June has an even more profound significance.

The current political debate around our country’s migration policies has highlighted the importance of us having a community and culture that celebrates and respects diversity; provides a strong sense of belonging and inclusion; and includes a mental health system that supports the needs of all people in Australia, including those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

The strength of the mental health sector lies in our ability to pull together to work towards our common goal of improving the mental health of Australia.

April has been a significant month for Mental Health Australia and the Australian community more broadly. Collectively we experienced shock and distress in the wake of multiple violent attacks in Sydney, leaving us all with more questions than answers.