Tamworth locals are invited to roll into the Tamworth Skate Park this Friday, October 10, for a fun and meaningful day out celebrating National headspace Day 2025. Running from 11am to 4pm, the free community event will shine a light on youth mental health and the importance of making time and space for wellbeing.
Hosted by headspace Tamworth, the day promises plenty of colour, music, and good vibes, with a focus on supporting young people to take care of their mental health in simple, achievable ways.
This year’s theme, “Make Space to”, highlights that mental wellbeing isn’t about adding more to your life—it’s about making room for what truly matters. Whether it’s “make space to breathe”, “make space to connect”, or “make space to do what you love”, the campaign encourages everyone to pause and prioritise the things that bring joy, calm, and connection.
To help bring that message to life, there’ll be plenty happening at the skate park. Visitors can explore local service stalls, participate in interactive activities, or soak up the atmosphere with friends. There’ll be inflatables, music, face painting and free treats throughout the day — including 50 free vouchers for a small chips and drink combo from the Deck Cafe, 50 free vouchers for fairy floss, plus free Zooper Doopers and other giveaways. Local favourite Matt Barratt Music (@mbarrattmuso) will perform live, providing the perfect soundtrack to an afternoon of community connection.
Nationally, new research released by headspace has revealed that nearly half of young Australians (49%) are experiencing high or very high levels of psychological distress. The findings, drawn from a survey of more than 3,000 young people, show that distress levels increase with age — from 31% of 12–14-year-olds to 65% of those aged 18–25. Distress was also found to be higher among LGBTIQA+ young people (77%) and First Nations young people (59%).
Despite these challenges, the survey offers hopeful signs. More young people are reaching out for help, embracing everyday wellbeing strategies, and expressing confidence about their future. The proportion of young people who believe they can achieve their personal goals has grown from 39% in 2022 to 44% in 2025.
“This data tells us that nearly one in two young people are struggling with their mental health. Despite this, young people are more willing to reach out for help than ever before,” said Jason Trethowan, CEO of headspace.
“At headspace, our message to young people is simple: you don’t have to go through this alone. Whether it’s through our centres, online services, or the everyday support of family, friends, and community, help is always available — and reaching out is a powerful step.”
If you can’t make it to the skate park, there are plenty of ways to get involved and show your support. Share the “Make Space to” message online using the hashtag #headspaceday, or download free social media assets and posters from the headspace website. You can even host your own mini “make space” activity — such as a walk-and-talk, journaling session, or gathering with friends — to reflect on what matters most to you.
To learn more, visit headspace.org.au.
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