If you’re struggling right now, you don’t have to handle it alone.
Support is available - 24/7, free, and confidential.
📞 Lifeline: 13 11 44
📞 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
📞 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
📞 Kids Helpline (under 25): 1800 55 1800
📞 MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978
If you’re in immediate danger, call 000.
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SmackTalk was founded by Mac’s dad, Wayne — just three months after losing his son.
Backed by weekly grief counselling, Wayne made a promise: to honour Mac’s memory by helping others.
SmackTalk was born to educate people on recognising the signs of struggle, asking the right questions, and knowing how to respond.
With the right tools and conversations, we can prevent more families from experiencing this pain.
#SmackTalk #SuicideAwareness #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #OnlineSafety #SextortionAwareness #SuicidePrevention #CheckInWithYourMate #DigitalWellbeing
Mac was 17 — the life of the party, a rising footballer, and deeply loved by family and friends.
In 2022, he was groomed online and sexually extorted by a predator. The image was shared.
Mac was preparing to give a victim impact statement — but 15 months later, he ended his life.
His story is heartbreaking, but it’s not rare. We’re sharing it to protect others, raise awareness, and remind everyone: you’re not alone, and there is help.
#SmackTalk #SuicideAwareness #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #OnlineSafety #SextortionAwareness #SuicidePrevention #CheckInWithYourMate #DigitalWellbeing
Families fought too hard for this law to be treated like a suggestion.
Today’s article in The Courier-Mail captures the frustration so many parents and advocates are feeling.
Australia introduced world-leading legislation to stop social media platforms from accessing children under 16. But months on, families are asking a very fair question: where is the accountability?
The eSafety Commissioner has reportedly placed platforms “on notice” and investigations are ongoing, but no fines have yet been issued despite penalties of up to $50 million being available for serious breaches.
At Ollie's Echo: Pathways to Prevention Ltd, we believe this moment matters.
Because this was never about “banning kids”. It was about stopping billion-dollar platforms from accessing children unless they can prove they are safe.
Families cannot compete with algorithms designed to maximise engagement, comparison and harm. Parents cannot carry this burden alone. And children should not be the testing ground for weak compliance, delayed action or voluntary promises.
We respect the need for process. But process must not become a place where accountability disappears.
For every family who has lived the consequences of online harm, this is deeply personal.
Education remains critical too.
Young people, parents, carers, educators and communities all need the tools to understand the online world our children are growing up in. The algorithms, the pressures, the comparison, the bullying, the harmful content, and the way these platforms are designed to keep them engaged.
But education cannot sit on families and schools alone.
We need both: strong education and strong enforcement.
Safety cannot be optional. Compliance cannot be performative. And children’s wellbeing must come before the comfort of tech giants.
The law was passed for a reason. Now it needs to be enforced.
Thank you to Eilidh Mellis and News Corp Australia for continuing to shine a light on this issue and for giving families a voice in this important conversation.
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Following the impact of our 2025 event NO PLACE TO GO, @melmarklaw returns with another powerful evening.
NO SAFE SCREEN
In collaboration with @smacktalk2106
08 OCTOBER 2026
SAVE THE DATE.
#melmarklaw #nosafescreen #FamilyLaw #savethedate #smallfirmbigimpact
Happy Mother’s Day from SmackTalk 💛
Today can feel really different for everyone. For some, it’s a day of celebration and love. For others, it may bring grief, longing, overwhelm or reflection.
Today we’re thinking of all mums and mother figures, those missing their mum, those hoping to become a mum, those who have experienced loss and anyone carrying mixed emotions today.
No matter what today looks like for you, we hope you can meet yourself with softness and kindness 🤍
What an incredible night at the inaugural Minds Matter Wellbeing Race Night at Southside Pakenham. 💙
We laughed. We cried. We shared stories. But most importantly, we connected and started conversations that matter.
Thank you to every guest, partner, speaker and supporter who helped create something truly special. A powerful reminder that looking after our wellbeing starts with showing up for each other.
#SouthsideRacing #SthsideRacing #SouthsideIsTheBestSide
Today we remember the courage, sacrifice and mateship of all who served. Honouring the ANZAC spirit, resilience, strength and standing together.
We’re reminded of the importance of looking out for one another, checking in, and creating space for honest conversations.
#AnzacDay #LestWeForget #Community #Mateship
NBL1 South Mental Health Round ✅
The KBA were honoured to be host SMACKTALK Round. SmackTalk was formed at the start of January 2024 with the purpose to educate as many people as possible, from the age of 16 all the way through to retired people about suicide prevention and social media awareness. Sadly, 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime.
Keilor Thunder had the privilege to wear our orange uniforms to show their support for this worthy cause.
📸: @sarahprettycreative
Your Advent Print Media Keilor Thunder NBL1 women reppin the orange strip today in honour of @smacktalk2106
NBL1 South has come together for Mental Health Round, raising awareness and encouraging conversations that matter.
📸: @sarahprettycreative
#thunderup
KEILOR THUNDER x SMACKTALK INFORMATION SESSION
The KBA are honnoured to be hosting Wayne Holdsworth from SmackTalk to inform our members of suicide prevention and social media awareness. This session is opened to anyone aged 16 years +
📍 Venue: Keilor Basketball Stadium
📅 Date: Thursday 9th April
⏰ Time: 7pm - 8pm
🎟 FREE | No need to register just rock up!
We look forward to seeing you there Thunder Fam❤🖤
