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A list of local supports can be found on the “Our Communities” page.

  • 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental illness each year
  • Almost 50% of us will experience a mental illness in our lifetime
  • Mental illness and physical injury and illness often happen concurrently
  • Studies have shown that in key parts of the seafood industry, more people than the typical population experience mental illness and a number of chronic physical conditions too.

Having information and talking to each other makes a difference.  Download any of our tools and have a read.  Even better, chat about them with a friend or family member.
Download our 5 Habits for Happiness

5 Habits of Happiness – Supporting Mental Health in the Seafood Industry

Working in the seafood industry can be rewarding but also challenging, which is why looking after your mental health is so important. 5 Habits of Happiness is a simple, practical resource designed to help you stay well by building small, everyday habits that make a big difference. The five habits—being connected, active, mindful, learning, and giving—are proven ways to strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and boost wellbeing. By weaving these habits into daily life, individuals and teams across the industry can create a culture where looking after mental health is just as important as looking after the catch.
Download our Stairway of Stress
Stairway of Stress
 
Working in the seafood industry can be demanding—with long hours, physical work, and unpredictable conditions—so keeping stress in check is essential. The Stairway of Stress is a straightforward, practical guide designed to help you understand and manage stress before it becomes overwhelming. It breaks stress down into five stages—Visiting, Overstaying, Settling In, Taking Over, and Ruling—each showing how stress can gradually build, from minor irritations and tiredness to serious impacts like sleep problems, health issues, and feeling out of control. By identifying where you are on the stairway, you can take early, effective action—like taking a break, setting small goals, or having a yarn with a mate—before stress starts to take over. If it does start to settle in, the guide encourages more focused steps, such as acknowledging the issue, taking a health day, or reaching out for support. And if stress feels like it’s ruling your life, it’s time to talk to a GP, counsellor, or support service. Just like safety gear protects you on deck, this guide gives you the tools to look after your mental wellbeing—helping you stay steady through the ups and downs of the job.
Download our Feeling Blue?
Feeling Blue?
 
For those of us in the seafood industry we understand the work can often be physically tough and mentally draining, especially during long seasons and high-pressure times, which is why looking after your mental health is just as important as staying safe on the job. The Stay Afloat Depression and Anxiety Resource is a practical, confidential guide designed to help people in the seafood sector spot the signs of anxiety and depression early and take steps to manage them. With 1 in 5 Australians experiencing mental health challenges, it’s something many of us face—but too often ignore. This resource helps you recognise when stress, sadness, or anxiety start lasting more than a few weeks—signs like constant fatigue, losing interest in things you usually enjoy, feeling down, or struggling to focus. It encourages reflection on your emotional and physical wellbeing, and offers practical tips like improving sleep, eating well, breaking tasks into smaller steps, and staying connected with others. If things feel overwhelming, the guide highlights how and where to get support, including private, confidential helplines and online services for those in remote or isolated areas. Just like maintaining your gear, taking care of your mental health is part of staying strong and steady—on and off the water.
Download our Fatigue, Rest And How You Can Stay Afloat
Fatigue
 
Working in the seafood industry often means long hours, physical demands, and tough conditions, making fatigue a common—but serious—challenge that can impact both your safety and mental wellbeing. Fatigue, Rest and How You Can Stay Afloat is a practical resource designed to help you recognise when tiredness becomes more than just needing a nap. Fatigue can be physical or mental exhaustion and is often linked to stress, anxiety, grief, or depression, all of which can leave you feeling drained and unfocused. The guide highlights how fatigue can slow reaction times, cloud judgment, and increase the risk of accidents—especially dangerous in high-risk work like fishing or processing. It offers practical tips to manage fatigue on the job, such as taking short naps before shifts, using bright lights, getting some exercise, and checking in with your crew to stay mentally alert. For better sleep off the clock, the guide recommends winding down with calming routines, cutting screen time, limiting caffeine, and seeking medical support if tiredness doesn’t go away. By understanding the signs and taking steps to rest and recharge, you can protect both your physical safety and mental health—because in this industry, staying alert means staying afloat.
Download our Worried About A Workmate

Worried About a Workmate is all about looking out for your mates, especially in tough industries like seafood, where stress, long hours, and isolation can take a toll.

It’s a friendly reminder that it’s okay to ask someone if they’re doing alright, even if it feels awkward or you’re not sure what to say. The flyer gives simple, practical tips (based on advice from Beyond Blue) to help you start the conversation and know what to do next if your mate says they’re not okay.

At the end of the day, it’s about checking in, listening without judgment, and helping each other stay well,  because no one should have to go through hard times alone.
Download our Managing Stress work book
Download our What is Trauma, Facts on Trauma

What Is Trauma,  is about helping people understand what trauma is, how it can affect us, and how to support someone going through a tough time.

It explains that trauma doesn’t always look the same for everyone; some people might feel sad, anxious or angry, while others might just seem flat or distracted.

At its heart, this flyer is a gentle reminder that there’s no “right way” to react to trauma,  but there’s always help available, and it’s okay to reach out.