Shop 2, 342 Camden Valley Way, Narellan NSW 2557
Welcome to Goanna Academy!
Who We Are
Goanna Academy is Australia's first Indigenous-owned preventative mental health education provider, founded by proud Dunghutti and Kamilaroi man and NRL Hall of Fame inductee Greg Inglis.
Our mission is to improve mental health outcomes and help reduce the impact of suicide by empowering Australians with the tools, education and support needed to seek help early. Through culturally safe, evidence-informed programs delivered in schools, communities, workplaces and on Country, we are building stronger, more connected communities across Australia.
Our Purpose:
No One Suffers Alone.
We deliver Australia’s first Indigenous-owned and designed preventative mental health, suicide prevention, and wellbeing programs—reaching schools, workplaces, and communities most in need.
What We Do
OUR AMBASSADORS
Advocates for Young People • Advocates for Youth •
Stronger Communities • Positive Change
Cody
Walker
NRLW South Sydney Rabbitohs Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Kennedy
Cherrington
NRL Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Jakiya
Whitfeld
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Rueben
Cherrington
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Taliah
Fuimaono
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Nakia Davis
Welsh
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Grace
Kemp
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Keele
Browne
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Olivia
Kernick
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Rachael
Pearson
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
Taneka
Todhunter
NRLW Athlete and Goanna Academy Ambassador
The Current Situation
9
9 Australians lose their life to suicide every day.
150
More than 150 Australians attempt suicide every day.
15-44
Suicide is the leading cause of death among Australians aged 15-44
Three in four Australians who die by suicide are male
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience suicide rates around twice that of non-Indigenous Australians
People living in very remote Australia experience suicide rates more than twice as high as those living in major cities.
Through Their Words
Goanna Academy Partners
Accreditations
What's Happening at Goanna Academy
♥️🦎• CHARTERS TOWERS STATE HIGH • 🦎♥️
An amazing day spent with an incredible group of young students, teachers and services at our Mind & Movement Clinic.
Our ambassadors @jakiya.whitfeld @tallisha_harden @shenaeec @tallarabambletttt @lilydick were blown away by the connection, encouragement and support the students showed one another throughout the day.
A huge thank you to the staff at Charters Towers State High for welcoming us with open arms and to Prospect Community Services for being part of the day and supporting the wellbeing of local young people.
Special thanks to the NRL team and our valued partners @besix_watpac and @asicsaustralia for helping us continue to create meaningful opportunities and lasting connections in regional communities.
📍 @charterstowersshs
📸 @flow_finesse_productions
Join us for the Goanna Academy Adults Mental Health Forum — an opportunity to come together, share stories, have meaningful conversations and break the stigma around mental health.
Hear from Goanna Academy Founder Greg Inglis as he shares his personal journey, the challenges he’s faced and how he continues to overcome his mental health battles.
A powerful reminder that no one has to face their struggles alone. 💚
📍 Cowra, NSW
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Secure your spot and be part of the conversation. Link in BIO 🔗
MENTAL HEALTH MONDAYS 🦎
A healthy mind starts with healthy habits! 💪🏽
@keele.browne shares about having a routine helps bring balance, structure and purpose to your day. Whether it’s work, family, exercise or simply taking time for yourself, being prepared and planning ahead can help reduce stress and support your mental wellbeing.
Remember, it’s not about fitting everything into one day. It’s about making time for what matters most.
Plan ahead. Stay consistent. Make time for YOU! 🙌🏽
🦎 What a day of footy, fun and meaningful conversations at our Goanna Academy Mind & Movement Clinic presented by Harvey Norman!
From getting active on the field to engaging in mindful sessions, the kids learnt valuable tips on looking after their mental health, building resilience and knowing who to turn to when times get tough. 💚
A massive THANK YOU to the Broken Hill community for welcoming the Goanna Academy team today as well as our partner @harveynormanau for supporting us every step of the way. We loved seeing the energy, smiles and willingness to get involved.
The next gen is strong 💪🏽
#GoannaAcademy #MindAndMovement #BrokenHill #MentalHealthMatters #Community
Local elders passing on local knowledge and stories to the Goanna Team 🦎
It’s always a privilege to be welcomed into communities and on country 🙌
#goannaacademy #localelders #brokenhill
📍BROKEN HILL - Goanna team have touched down 🦎
#goannaacademy #brokenhill #regionalnsw #mindandmovementclinic
🎥 POSTCARDS from Dubbo: Mind & Movement Clinic 🦎
Last Wednesday, our Mind & Movement Clinic hit a huge milestone — our second biggest turnout yet! 🔥
We got active, had plenty of footy fun and shared important yarns about looking after our mental health and who to turn to when we’re not feeling OK.
A massive thank you to all our partners who continue to support the Goanna Academy and help us bring programs like this into communities.
And to our Goanna Academy Ambassadors — thank you for sharing your stories and inspiring the young people of Dubbo to become resilient, respectful and strong members of their community.
Thank you, Dubbo! 👏🏽
#GoannaAcademy #MindAndMovement #Dubbo #MentalHealth #Community
Comparison can steal your peace. 📵🧠
This #MentalHealthMonday, NRLW athlete @taliahfuimaono shares why taking a break from social media helps her stop comparing, reset and refresh her mind. 💚
Sometimes you’ve got to disconnect to reconnect with yourself.
#MentalHealthMonday #GoannaAcademy #NRLW #mentalhealthmatters
🏆 ATHLETE OF THE DAY | BODHI SASSE
A standout effort at our Dubbo Mind & Movement Clinic! 🦎
Bodhi showed great sportsmanship, teamwork and gave his best effort in every activity — exactly what our Athlete of the Day award is all about.l presented by @asicsaustralia 🙌🏽
Well deserved, Bodhi! 👏🏽🔥
#GoannaAcademy #MindAndMovement #Dubbo #AthleteOfTheDay
What a day in Dubbo! 🙌🏽
A huge thank you to the Dubbo community for welcoming our Goanna Academy team and getting involved in our Mind & Movement Clinic.
From building skills through movement and sport, to important workshops around mindset, mental wellbeing and looking out for one another — it was a day all about strong bodies, strong minds and stronger communities.
Thank you to every young person, family, community member and supporter who made the day so special.
Dubbo, we appreciate you! 💚
#GoannaAcademy #MindAndMovement #Dubbo #MentalWellbeing #Community StickWithIt
Before we step into community, we listen. 🦎
Whenever the Goanna Team visit a community, it’s important to first sit down with local Elders — to listen, learn and understand what’s happening on Country and within the community.
In Dubbo, we were grateful for the opportunity to yarn with local Elders, hear their perspectives and have meaningful conversations about the challenges, strengths and hopes of the local Aboriginal community.
Thank you to the Elders who welcomed us, shared their knowledge and helped guide the conversations that shape the work we do.
#GoannaAcademy #Dubbo #Community #Culture #ListenLearnRespect
MENTAL HEALTH MONDAYS 🦎
Whose in your corner?
Having a good circle of people around you can make all the difference — family, friends, teammates, workmates or someone you trust.
People you can talk to, lean on and reach out to when things get tough.
Sometimes asking for help can be hard, but having someone in your corner is a good place to start.
#MentalHealthMondays #GoannaAcademy #MentalHealth #MentalWellbeing
