Suicide down, but New England manager claims Lifeline statistics show mental health problems rising

Andrew Messenger
October 11 2021 - 6:30am
Northern NSW regional general manager Michael Were. Photo: file
Northern NSW regional general manager Michael Were. Photo: file

Tamworth's Lifeline service said the small reduction in suicide during COVID-19 lockdowns shows it is possible to get the issue under control.

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Andrew Messenger

Andrew Messenger

Northern Daily Leader journalist

Politics, environment and energy journalist at the Northern Daily Leader. I also write about health, bushfires and occasionally music. I'm a Brisbane boy by way of Charleville and Hobart who now lives in in beautiful New England. Get me at andrew.messenger@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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