Across northern Queensland, local people, organisations, community groups, and people with lived and living experience have worked side by side to identify what matters most in their communities and take action where it can make the greatest difference.
Spanning four regions across 31 local government areas, the SPCAP network is built on the belief that suicide prevention is everyone’s business. From mentoring young people and supporting local events to creating safer workplaces, strengthening culture, and fostering social connection, every action contributes to healthier, more connected communities.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, each regional plan reflects the unique strengths, priorities, and aspirations of local communities while contributing to a shared vision of hope, wellbeing, and belonging. The plans are guided by community leadership and informed by lived experience, recognising that sustainable change happens when communities lead the way.
Looking ahead, the SPCAPs will continue evolving alongside Australia’s national suicide prevention agenda, ensuring local action remains responsive, person-centred, and grounded in the voices, strengths, and needs of the communities they serve.
Mackay – Isaac – Whitsundays
