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Men On The OuterTalk Is Strength
Real men. Real stories. Real conversations.

Men On
The Outer

For men who feel on the outer — isolated, overlooked, or let down by the mental health system. No fuss, no pressure. Just real stories and practical ways to look out for one another.

Check on a MateFrom the Shed
Construction worker sitting alone at a building site

Check on a Mate

You don't need to be an expert to reach out. Sometimes a simple yarn makes a difference.

Spot the Signs

Notice changes in a mate's mood, behaviour, sleep or usual routines.

Read the signs

Start a Conversation

Keep it simple. Ask how they're travelling, then make time to listen.

What to say

When a Mate Opens Up

Listen without judgement. You don't have to fix everything.

Listening tips

Send a Check-In Message

Not sure how to start? Copy a message and send it yourself.

See a message

From the Shed

Real-life stories, told in everyday words. The shed can be a place to build, think and sometimes hide away. Everyone has a story.

Listen to Stories

Sometimes it's easier to listen than to read. Here you'll find real-life stories from everyday men, told in their own words or narrated by someone else. Stories about life, the good times, the hard times and everything in between.

Get Support

You don't have to work everything out on your own. If you're worried about yourself or someone else, support is available anywhere in Australia.

Emergency Help

If someone is in immediate danger, call 000 and ask for emergency assistance.

Lifeline Australia

Call 13 11 14 for free, 24-hour crisis support.

Visit Lifeline Australia

MensLine Australia

Call 1300 78 99 78 for free, 24-hour professional telephone support for men.

Visit MensLine Australia

Find Local Support

Call Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 (weekdays, 8:30 am–5 pm) for help finding mental health services in your area.

Visit Medicare Mental Health
Not sure where to start? You don't need to have all the answers. You can talk with your GP or ask a mate to come along when you seek support. If there's immediate danger, call 000.

Our Founding Sponsors

We're seeking two founding sponsors to help keep Men On The Outer free to use.

Sponsorship enquiries: bluemotoinc@gmail.com

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