Critical Info

01/09/2025

🌸 It’s Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 🌸

Australia’s largest national health campaign dedicated to the wellbeing of all women, girls and gender-diverse people.

This year’s theme is “Say yes to you” — a reminder to speak up, check in, and prioritise your health and wellbeing. 💜

At Critical Info, we believe that caring for your health includes planning ahead, protecting your wishes, and supporting those you love. Let’s all take a moment this week to put ourselves first.

29/08/2025

From turning personal loss into a nationwide social-enterprise mission, Catherine Ashton is helping families get organised, supported and death-literate. Read her feature in Morning Lazziness’ “Rule Breakers” to see why she’s a leader to watch — and how the Critical Info Platform is changing lives.

🔗 https://www.morninglazziness.com/rule-breakers/catherine-ashton/

29/08/2025

Have you experienced grief in the past year?
Share your story in Griefline’s 2025 National Grief Survey.

Grief affects us all, but support doesn’t always reach those who need it. By sharing your experience, you can help improve grief support, education, and resources across Australia.

Takes 10–15 minutes | 🛑 Anonymous & optional | 🎯 Closes 31 August 2025

👉 Click https://griefline.org.au/2025-national-grief-survey/ to begin.
Let’s build a more compassionate, grief-aware Australia — together.

27/08/2025

NEW EPISODE TODAY

Baci and I dive into the uncomfortable yet essential topic of death, why we fear it, why we avoid it, and what happens when we finally look it in the eye. We explore her personal journey of working in the end-of-life space, the emotional truths she’s uncovered, and the unexpected freedom that comes from preparing for something we can’t escape.

20/08/2025

Today is International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, we remember the innocent lives lost to acts of terrorism.

Their absence echoes through families, communities, and generations.

We honour their memory, and stand with the survivors. 🕊

20/08/2025

NEW EPISODE TODAY

In this week’s Don’t Be Caught Dead, I sit down with grief and end-of-life expert Dr. Annetta Mallon to explore what it really means to prepare for death with compassion and dignity.

We cover:

The seven non-medical roles of an end-of-life doula

Why advanced care planning is the greatest gift you can leave loved ones

Navigating grief and loss in the LGBTQI+ community

The power of self-care and community in times of grief

Creative ways to honour and memorialise loved ones

This is a heartfelt, practical conversation for anyone who wants to make the hardest times a little lighter.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

15/08/2025

We’re so proud to congratulate Don't Be Caught Dead on winning BRONZE in the Podcast Award 2025 category—an achievement recognised by a panel of industry experts!

15/08/2025

The Critical Info Platform has been awarded BRONZE in the Digital Innovation Award 2025 category - an award thoughtfully judged by experts in the field!

13/08/2025

NEW EPISODE TODAY

As a fibre artist, environmentalist, and creator of handwoven eco-coffins, Zimmi Forest doesn’t just make baskets; she crafts vessels that reconnect us to nature, turning invasive weeds into beautiful, biodegradable farewells.

From foraging materials in the wild to guiding families through the emotional process of weaving a loved one’s final resting place.

11/08/2025

💬 Your voice matters.

Grief impacts us all, yet it's often hidden in silence. Help us change that. Take part in Griefline’s National Grief Survey — a chance to share your experience and shape how grief is understood and supported across Australia.

📝 Open to anyone 18+ who has experienced grief in the past year
⏱️ Takes just 10–15 minutes
🔒 Anonymous
📅 Closes 31 August 2025

Let’s break the silence — together.

👉 Take the survey now: https://griefline.org.au/2025-national-grief-survey/

09/08/2025

If your in West Melbourne today or feel like a Sunday drive, head along to this event to learn more about your options at end of life. We have a small stall there today. We cannot attend in person as our Founder is going to the AusMumpreneur Masterclass. However, pick up a brochure and let us know if you have any questions.

Learn how to plan for your death and dying at our free expo, Dying to Know Day - because it's never too early to get prepared!