Impact
Why It Matters
This is about more than education. It’s about healing, belonging, and restoring connection.
Australia is facing a profound crisis of disconnection. Our young people are experiencing unprecedented levels of loneliness, anxiety, and mental health challenges — all while the world’s oldest living culture risks being forgotten.
- 72% of young Australians feel disconnected from nature and place
- More than half experience loneliness every week
- Mental illness is the #1 health challenge for youth aged 16–24
- Suicide remains the leading cause of death among young Australians
Restoring Connection Through Culture and Country
We believe that real change begins with understanding and connection. Our programs are designed to rebuild these lost connections by bringing young people and community leaders On Country — learning directly from Aboriginal Elders and Traditional Owners.
Through immersive experiences in Coranderrk, Western Victoria, and the Northern Territory, participants:
- Walk alongside Traditional Owners, learning the stories and wisdom of Country
- Engage in cultural storytelling, deep listening, and hands-on learning
- Discover the importance of community, resilience, and sustainable living
More Than Just Learning — It’s Healing
Connection to Country is more than a cultural experience; it’s a path to healing. Research shows
that spending time in nature and engaging in community-led learning:
Reduces anxiety and depression
Promotes emotional resilience
Strengthens identity and belonging
Restores mental clarity and purpose
For Aboriginal communities, it is also a form of cultural renewal — empowering Elders to pass on
their knowledge while building economic opportunities through sustainable tourism and
community-driven programs.
Stories of Impact
Real voices. Lasting transformation.
Testimonials
Hear It From Our Clients and Program Participants.
“We’re very appreciative of Nick’s presentation on preventative mental health, which felt topical and much needed in an ever-changing landscape. It was relevant to every individual, regardless of where they are in life’s journey. For us, creating a psychologically safe workplace is of the upmost importance and Nick’s presentation created a space for our team to comfortably share and encouraged them to continue these important conversations.”
Madeline Maurici
Morrows - People and Culture
The CVS Lane Capital Partners team was privileged to recently spend a several days working with representatives from Life Again. Program Director, Nick Columb emphasised the importance of “bringing your whole self to work” and how that contributes to greater effectiveness and productivity at work as well as creating a happier and healthier workplace. It was a unique and entirely new experience for our entire team and one that provided plenty of perspective and food for thought. Thanks to Nick, John, Ken, their families and the Life Again team for working with us.
Lee Centra
CVS Lane Capital Partners - CEO
A few days with others listening and discussing with traditional owners on their land enlightened me. I appreciate better the importance of land culture and language. It also gave me a better appreciation of the challenges faced. Meeting Johnny Liddle and some of his extended family was a real treat.
Leigh Clifford
AO Former CEO, Rio Tinto & Chairman, QANTAS
Go traffic is very grateful and appreciative of Nick Columb, Life again Program Director, for sharing his guidance, life experiences, expertise, and wealth of knowledge in mental health and for helping us to develop an industry first Mental Health Action Plan for our valued workers in our traffic management operations in Victoria and NSW.
With Life Again’s valuable guidance, we have uplifted our ability to provide a mentally healthy workplace guided by our Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy. This policy helps us to create a supportive, responsive, and productive working environment that benefits all employees, where everyone feels supported by the organisation and leadership team to be open and safe, and to have authentic discussions about their mental health and wellbeing. Thanks, Nick, for your ongoing support.