48,665  pre-paid postcards will hit letterboxes across Canberra to encourage connection, thanks to a partnership between Beyond Blue and Australia Post.

Recent Beyond Blue research found 1 in 3 Australians report loneliness is causing them distress, with only 1 in 3 feeling a sense of belonging in their local community.

Beyond Blue CEO, Georgie Harman AO, says staying connected is crucial for everyone’s mental health.

“Simple, everyday interactions that foster connection, like writing a postcard or saying hello to people in our neighbourhood, are some of the most effective way to support mental wellbeing and strengthen the relationships we rely on for our mental health,” Ms Harman says.

“The Connection Postcards are a simple and meaningful way for people to reach out, start a conversation, and remind someone they’re thinking of them.

Nationally, four million Connection Postcards will be sent out.

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