Fiona Nash (NSW, National Party, Deputy Leader of the Nationals) Share this | Hansard source

I can indicate to the chamber that the model has been highly successful since it was first established, and it is something which we on this side of the chamber are very proud of.

The headspace network has grown significantly since the first centres in Adelaide and Darwin opened. Since 2006, headspace centres and eheadspace have provided 260,000 young people with support and advice. By February next year, 100 headspace centres will have be established and will assist up to 80,000 young Australians annually. Importantly for those in the bush, 46 of these centres are located in rural and regional areas.

Headspace is a great example of Australian innovation in mental health services. Online mental health services like ReachOut.com are providing mobile apps and tools to help young people do things such as monitor their heartrate and their stress levels.