Free Mind Field music event for Perth youth

MA Media Release,10 October 2011

To raise awareness of Mental Health Week, Mission Australia will present Mind Field, a free all-ages event on Friday 14 October in Wellington Square Park.

The day will be coordinated by the Drug and Alcohol Youth Service (DAYS), an integrated program run by Mission Australia and the State Government’s Next Step Youth Service.

The main attraction on the day will be live performances from original local bands Hurricane Fighter Plane, Lucy Peach and Burgers of Beef. Along with the live music, there will be stands providing information about mental health services available in Western Australia.A free sausage sizzle lunch and cool drinks will also be served, with the Minister for Mental Health, Helen Morton MLC wielding the barbecue tongs.

Mission Australia’s Acting State Director Carmen Acosta said Mind Field will highlight treatment options available for young people dealing with issues such as mental illness, homelessness and substance misuse.

“Mind Field is all about providing young people with a great day out, but at the same time helping them navigate their way through the myriad of services available for issues they may be facing,” Ms Acosta said.

“Mission Australia’s Wattle House, On Track, Jacaranda House and South East Metro Community Drug Service teams will be there on the day, along with representatives from the WA Government’s Mental Health Commission, Headspace, Youthlink and other agencies.”

Where:    Wellington Square Park, East Perth
When:     Friday 14 October 2011    
Time:        11am to 3pm
11:50am - live music begins
12:30pm - free sausage sizzle
Free soft drinks and water served throughout the day

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Jo Ann Blizzard
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