An Evening with Boyd Cordner on Mateship and Mental Health TO BE HELD IN YOUNG

A free mateship and mental health event featuring former professional rugby league player Boyd Cordner will be held in Young next month.

The Hilltops Suicide Prevention Network, in partnership with Young Medicare Mental Health Centre are hosting the event at the Young Services Club Auditorium on Friday the 31st of October.

Boyd played for and was captain of the Sydney Roosters, New South Wales State of Origin and the Australian Kangaroos, before retiring early due to repeated concussions.

He will share his personal journey of resilience and leadership, including the challenges of early retirement.

Boyd will be joined by local clinical psychologist Edwina Planten and Murrumbidgee Men’s Group founder Rhys Cummins, bringing together professional insight and lived experience.

The evening will feature keynote talks, a panel discussion, and a Q&A session, offering the community an opportunity to reflect, connect, and strengthen support for one another.

Eris Gleeson, President of the Hilltops Suicide Prevention Network, said the event highlights the importance of working together to address mental health in our region.

“Mateship and teamwork are not just values in sport – they’re vital in life.”

“By coming together as a community, we can reduce stigma, encourage conversations, and ensure no one feels they have to face challenges alone.”

Emma Whitechurch, Community Engagement Officer at Young Medicare Mental Health Centre, and Secretary of the Hilltops Suicide Prevention Network added, “This event is about hope, connection, and support.”

“We want people to walk away knowing it’s okay to reach out, and that help is available locally and beyond.”

Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. The event is expected to conclude about 8.45pm and attract 200-300 community members.

Teamwork – An Evening with Boyd Cordner on Mateship and Mental Health is a free community event aimed at strengthening conversations around mental health, resilience, and the power of mateship.

The event is sponsored by the Young Services Club and free tickets are available at the Humanitix website at https://events.humanitix.com/teamwork or from the Services Club.

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