World Mental Health Day special

World Mental Health Day special

Author: ABC Australia October 9, 2025 Duration: 13:20
Every year the World Health Organisation marks World Mental Health Day. So on this week's News Time, we're bringing you five stories that dive deep into mental health, and how we can take care of ourselves and our friends. We’ll join some schoolkids in the garden, then travel to a town cutting down on screen time. After that, we’ll go the distance with someone who loves to spread kindness, in our Wow of the Week. If this episode brings up any feelings for you, please make sure you speak to a grown-up you trust. You can also call the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. Quiz Questions 1. When is World Mental Health Day held each year? 2. What do the schools do with the vegetables they grow? 3. Which junior rugby league team did Nicho Hynes start playing football with? 4. How many hours of screen time does the Mayor of Toyoake want residents to keep to each day? 5. How far does Juliann drive on her journey every six weeks? Bonus Tricky Question What did Natalie say that the residents of Wilcannia discuss with Juliann? Answers 1. October 10 2. Create a shared school lunch 3. Umina Bunnies 4. Two hours 5. 1,000 kilometres Bonus Tricky Answer Anything at all - including talking about sad days and good days

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