Shop 2, 342 Camden Valley Way, Narellan NSW 2557
Welcome to Goanna Academy!
Goanna Academy Story
Goanna Academy was created from a simple but powerful belief - no one should suffer alone or in silence. Founded by Greg Inglis, the Academy uses lived experience, sport and connection to encourage honest conversations around mental health and wellbeing. As Australia's first Indigenous-owned preventative mental health education organisation, we work alongside schools, communities and workplaces to create meaningful, lasting change through culturally informed education and support.
Empowering
Lives.
Breaking
Stigma.
Founded by Greg Inglis, we are Australia's first Indigenous-owned preventative mental health provider. Changing outcomes through honesty and heart.
Our Vision
A future where no person suffers alone or in silence, and communities across Australia are empowered to reduce the impact of mental health challenges and suicide.
Our Purpose
To break the stigma around mental health through preventative education, lived experience and community connection.
Our Goal
To equip Australians with practical mental health tools, education and connection that build resilience, encourage early intervention and contribute to reducing suicide across Australia.
Our Values
The Heart of Goanna Academy
Authenticity
Leading with honesty and heart, we use our lived experience to inspire healing and connection.
Culture
We honour the wisdom of First Nations cultures and embrace culturally responsive ways of working that foster belonging, understanding, and meaningful connection.
Accountability
We are committed to delivering programs that create meaningful and measurable change, while acting with transparency, integrity, and cultural responsibility in everything we do.
Compassion
A powerful commitment to helping those at-risk feel seen, supported, and empowered to speak up.
What We Do
Educate. Empower. Inspire.
MindED
A preventative mental health education program designed to build resilience, wellbeing and help-seeking behaviours in young people from Stage 3 (Years 5 and 6) through to Stage 6 (Years 11 and 12).
Developed alongside mental health experts and quality assured by the NSW Department of Education.
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Community Clinics
Our Mind and Movement Clinics combine the power of sport, storytelling and mental health education to strengthen community wellbeing. Delivered by Goanna Academy ambassadors and facilitators who have completed Headspace safe storytelling training.
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WorkWELL
Our WorkWELL program focuses on supporting healthier, more connected workplaces through preventative mental health education, practical wellbeing strategies and meaningful conversations. Designed for corporate, FIFO and frontline workforces, WorkWELL equips teams with the tools to navigate stress, prevent burnout and strengthen workplace culture through lived experience and early intervention.
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MobWELL
Our MobWELL program focuses on strengthening connection to culture, identity and community through culturally safe, on-Country experiences. Developed in consultation with local Elders and community leaders, participants build resilience, belonging and positive wellbeing through storytelling, yarning circles and shared cultural learning. By strengthening cultural connection and community ties, the program supports social and emotional wellbeing while encouraging positive mental health outcomes across generations.
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Stick
With It.
Turning sports strapping tape into a powerful symbol of mental resilience. Wrapped on the wrist, it's a visible reminder to stick with it.
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