CMHA welcomes the investments in mental health from both parties; however, the question is are these investments targeting much need system transformation.
CMHA President, Cathy O’Toole said “Whilst it is important to highlight this investment it is also critical to ensure that investment is targeted to ensure genuine mental health system transformational where clinical and community supports work together to ensure people with lived experience are living contributing, meaningful and flourishing lives.

“The Four Corners program aired on ABC on Monday 2 June 2025 confirms what our sector has been
saying for years: the mental health system is in crisis,” said Kerry Hawkins, CEO of Community
Mental Health Australia (CMHA).
“What’s happening in New South Wales is devastating, but it’s part of a broader national story. Every
state and territory is experiencing growing pressure. People are falling through the cracks of a system
that was never built to meet their needs,” added Kerry.

“On behalf of the community mental health sector, I would like to congratulate Hon Anthony Albanese
MP on the historical re-election as Prime Minister,” said Cathy O’Toole President of Community
Mental Health Australia (CMHA).
“We look forward to working with the federal government including the Prime Minister and his
ministerial team to ensure their $1 billion investment in mental health is invested wisely,” Cathy added.