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On episode 1 of Reality Unplugged we hear from Alex Dalton, a LGBTQIA+ and mental health advocate, and Lola-Mae Pink, who works at Queerspace – an organisation dedicated to upholding the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ people.
Podcast
1 min read
10 Jul 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/podcasts/reality-unplugged-being-queer
On Episode 2 of Reality Unplugged, Suzie chats with Jessi, who uses her lived experience to advocate for inclusion, safety and greater accessibility for people with disabilities. Jessi shares her experiences of how spaces are designed and the different ways she connects with her friends.  
Podcast
1 min read
17 Jul 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/podcasts/reality-unplugged-living-disability
On this episode of Reality Unplugged, Suzie has a yarn with Rick Baldwin. A proud Gunai Kurnai man, Rick is CEO, head coach and mentor at the Koorie Basketball Academy – a community basketball team supporting young people in having the opportunity to play sport in a culturally safe and fun environment. 
Podcast
2 min read
24 Jul 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/podcasts/reality-unplugged-being-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander
In the final episode of Reality Unplugged we connect with Jett and James. They met as community advocates and became close friends. So, what better way to wrap this series about ways to connect in real life than by hearing from two people who met randomly and share their ideas on how to stay connected, no matter what. 
Podcast
1 min read
31 Jul 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/podcasts/reality-unplugged-friendship
Public health experts and consumer groups have backed moves by the food regulator, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), to safeguard consumer health...
Media release
3 min read
4 Dec 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/public-health-leaders-praise-moves-curb-food-industrys-misleading
Young people and regional health leaders unite against Big Tobacco and Big Vape.
Media release
5 min read
23 Apr 2024
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/world-health-summit-vaping-roundtable
VicHealth welcomes landmark reforms to protect Australians from the e-cigarette and tobacco industry   VicHealth commends the Australian Government's groundbreaking reforms announced...
Media release
2 min read
2 May 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/vichealth-welcomes-landmark-reforms-vaping
VicHealth welcomes the Federal Government’s strong focus on preventive health announced in the Federal Budget. This includes $737 million allocated towards reducing harm from the e-cigarette and...
Media release
3 min read
9 May 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/vichealth-welcomes-federal-budget
A sculpture in the form of a ‘vape cloud’ is on public display at Scienceworks as part of an ongoing VicHealth initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of e-cigarettes...
Media release
4 min read
6 Jun 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/whats-hiding-vape
VicHealth strongly supports the Australian Government’s proposed strengthening of tobacco regulations, outlined today by Health Minister Mark Butler.   Strengthening these areas will go a...
Media release
2 min read
13 Sep 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/vichealth-welcomes-groundbreaking-laws-fight-against-big-tobacco
Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022
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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.