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News & Media brings together the latest updates from MATES in Mining— including media releases, industry stories, campaign launches, event highlights, and insights from the field.

News

AUS

2024 MATES Program Report

Program Report demonstrating findings from training surveys and a national online survey of MATES Volunteers and GAT-trained workers.

Events

NSW

MATES in Mining Fight Night 2025

MATES in Mining Fight Night is back again for 2025 Ticket proceeds raise funds for MATES in Mining to help put boots on the ground to provide essential mental health and suicide prevention training and support to our industry and families.

News

SA

SA leads rollout of Blueprint for better mental health in construction.

MATES South Australia is proud to lead the implementation of the Blueprint for Better Mental Health & Suicide Prevention — a national, industry-endorsed program designed to help construction companies create psychologically safe, supportive, and resilient workplaces.

Events

SA

MATES SA 2025 Annual Fundraising Lunch

This year's MATES SA Annual Fundraising Lunch, held at the iconic Adelaide Oval on Friday, 2 May 2025, was our biggest yet — drawing over 480 attendees and showcasing the strength of our community's commitment to mental health and suicide prevention.

News

SA

Lacing Up for a Cause: MATES Joins the City-Bay Fun Run in Adelaide

This September, MATES in Construction SA is hitting the road for a powerful cause – and we want you to join us.

News

VIC

Fosterville Gold Mine Achieves MATES in Mining Site Accreditation

Fosterville Gold Mine operated by Agnico Eagle, Victoria's largest gold mining operation, is proud to announce its recent site accreditation by MATES in Mining. This accreditation recognises Fosterville Gold Mine’s commitment to mental health and well-being within the mining industry.

News

WA

WA Man to Ski Solo Across Frozen Greenland in Support of Suicide Prevention

In March 2026, Perth local Marcus Arnold will attempt a 30 day, 400km solo crossing around Greenland’s Milne Island.

Events

QLD / NT

Kokoda 2026

The Kokoda Track stretches 96 kilometres through what is arguably some of the most rugged and wild jungle in the world. This track holds an extremely important place in Australia’s history. In its 7th year, you can be part of raising much needed funds and be part of saving lives in your industry.

News

NSW

Welcome Back Founding CEO Jørgen Gullestrup

MATES in Construction is proud to announce the appointment of Jørgen Gullestrup as Chief Executive Officer of MATES Australia, effective 15 May 2025.