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23/02/2026

Tomorrow is International Family Drug Support (FDS) Day, and Avive is proud to sponsor FDS Day in Parliament in both Brisbane and Melbourne.

In Australia, 1 in 5 people experience a mental health condition each year – and substance use disorders frequently occur alongside mental illness. Behind these statistics are families – often the unseen frontline – carrying advocacy, uncertainty and emotional load, frequently without structured support themselves.

At Avive Health, we are building a stronger family support and education framework across our services. We are developing internal resources and formal collaborations with organisations such as Family Drug Support so family members are better equipped to understand their options, navigate the system and access treatment when their loved one is willing to engage.

In Brisbane, Avive Psychiatrist Vikas Moudgil will speak to why family-inclusive care must sit at the centre of addiction treatment:

“When substance use disorders intersect with mental illness, recovery is rarely linear. Families are not bystanders – they are part of the recovery system. When we equip and support families, we improve safety, reduce relapse risk and strengthen long-term outcomes.”

In Melbourne, John Knights, General Manager Strategy and Lived Experience at Avive Health, will highlight the importance of embedding lived experience into system reform:

“If we are serious about improving outcomes, we must design services with families and consumers – not just for them. Lived experience strengthens safety, quality and recovery.”

Across both states, the message is clear – supporting families is fundamental to sustainable recovery. Because meaningful reform happens when clinicians, families, lived experience and policy leaders stay in the same conversation.

If you’re attending, please come and say hello - we’d love to connect.
If you’re not able to join us in person, follow along and reach out - this is a conversation worth being part of.

22/02/2026

This Mental Health Nurses Day, we paused to recognise the people who so often hold the steadiness in the room – our mental health nurses.

To our nursing teams at Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula and Avive Clinic Brisbane, and to mental health nurses across Australia, thank you.

Mental health nursing is skilled, complex and emotionally demanding work. It requires clinical judgement, vigilance, collaboration and deep compassion – often all at once. It’s the calm voice in crisis; the quiet encouragement to join a group, and the consistency that builds trust over time.

Across Australia, there are approximately 25,000 mental health nurses, which represents around 7% of our national nursing workforce. In a system where demand for mental health support continues to grow, the role of mental health nurses is not on the sidelines – it is essential.

We’re proud to share this photo of our Mornington Peninsula team – and equally proud of our Brisbane nurses who bring the same commitment, care and professionalism every day.

Thank you for the work you do, both seen and unseen, and for the impact you make in people’s recovery journeys.

17/02/2026

🎾 Avive at Tennis Victoria Country Week tournament.
Last week, Avive was proud to be part of the Countryweek Tennis Tournament in Shepparton and Mooroopna (VIC), the largest grass court tournament in the world with more than 1,400 participants competing across 16 sections.

It was a pleasure to support the Royal Park Tennis Club teams in Sections 1 and 6, with Avive’s General Manager Strategy and Lived Experience, John Knights, playing in the Section 6 team.

While both teams narrowly missed finals this year, the week was filled with competitive spirit, connection and community pride.

Off court, the tournament created space for meaningful conversations with players, Tennis Victoria officials and fellow competitors about the importance of accessible mental health care and the role community plays in wellbeing.

At Avive, we believe mental health isn’t only supported in clinical settings. It’s strengthened through movement, belonging and shared experience, because good mental health grows where community thrives.

Congratulations to every player, club and volunteer involved. Thank you to the organisers and Tennis Victoria for delivering such a significant community event. It’s a reminder of how powerful sport can be in bringing people together.

13/02/2026

We were pleased to welcome Chris Crewther MP to Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula this week for a tour of our clinic.

Chris first visited when we were still in development in 2023, so it was wonderful to show him our facility now fully open and supporting people across our community for over two years.

Strong community connections matter. When local representatives take the time to understand the services available on the Peninsula, it helps strengthen awareness, advocacy and access for the people who need it most.

We’re proud to be part of the Mornington Peninsula community and to contribute to a more connected mental health support network alongside families, referrers and local leaders.

Because better outcomes start with collaboration.

23/01/2026

Connection and contribution can play a quiet but meaningful role in mental health recovery.

Throughout the year, patients in our weekend diversional therapy group work alongside our Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula diversional therapist, Doreen, on a shared project focused on giving back to the local community. It’s a project patients so willingly engage in - returning to it week after week with care, creativity and intention.

Before Christmas, Doreen delivered the care bags our patients had been making to the Children’s Ward at Frankston Hospital. While the delivery happened at one point in time, the heart of the project is ongoing, and shaped by patients throughout the year.

In recovery, opportunities to contribute in practical, achievable ways can support healing by helping people:
- reconnect with others beyond their immediate world
- rebuild routine and a sense of purpose
- experience agency and contribution
- practise focus, creativity and collaboration
- feel part of something larger than themselves

Diversional therapy at Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula is about more than activity. It supports identity, confidence and connection at a pace that feels safe and supported.

Thank you to our patients for the generosity they bring to this work, and to our local community partners for receiving it with care. 🤍

22/01/2026

We've created therapeutic spaces designed to help you exhale.

Avive's private mental health hospitals are thoughtfully designed to support recovery. They have natural light, gentle circadian lighting to support healthier sleep, individual private bedrooms with their own ensuite, landscaped gardens, Technogym-equipped gyms, and dedicated spaces for relaxation, therapy and movement.

During times of stress, these environments can help bring a sense of calm, predictability and safety to help you heal. If things are feeling heavier than usual right now for you or a loved one, you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

Our experienced intake team can talk with you – or someone you're supporting – about care options and whether a hospital stay or day program might be the right fit.

📍 Avive Brisbane (QLD) | 📍 Avive Mornington Peninsula (VIC)
Reach out via 1800 284 830 or help@avivehealth.com.au

You can also speak with your GP about a referral.

16/01/2026

Two years of Avive – building a national model of care.

Last month, Avive Health marked two years since the opening of our first two private mental health hospitals in Brisbane and on the Mornington Peninsula. In that time, Avive has moved from concept to operational reality – delivering a clinician-led, trauma-informed model of care across two states, with a third site now under construction in Adelaide.

During the 2024/2025 financial year, Avive supported 4,463 admissions across inpatient and day programs – demonstrating sustained utilisation across both acute and step-down care pathways.

This clinical activity is supported by a substantial intake and care-coordination infrastructure. So far this financial year, our admissions and specialist suites teams have handled 53,947 phone calls, and since May Avive has received more than 2,250 online enquiries from patients, families and referrers seeking guidance and access to care.

These figures reflect more than growth – they reflect trust. Trust from people seeking support, and from the clinicians who refer their patients into Avive’s programs and services.

Avive’s first two years have also been shaped by the many clinicians, partners, and supporters who helped establish these hospitals and stood alongside us through planning, accreditation, commissioning and early operations. We are grateful for the expertise, collaboration and belief that made these services possible.

As Avive enters its third year of operations, the next phase is already underway. Work on Avive Adelaide commenced in October, Cloud Clinic by Avive is fully operational and we continue to expand our assisted therapies treatment offerings.

We are deeply grateful to the patients, families, referrers and staff who have helped shape Avive over its first two years. The responsibility that comes with that trust continues to guide how we grow, how we invest, and how we continue to innovate and deliver care.

13/01/2026

By mid-January, New Year’s resolutions often start to feel heavier than they did on day one – especially when life, stress and old patterns begin to creep back in.

For many people living with addiction, anxiety, depression or recovery, change rarely comes from a single promise or perfect start. It comes from something quieter – consistent support, routines and staying connected when things feel wobbly.

Our latest blog explores why consistency matters more than resolutions – and how small, repeated steps can help create steadier ground over time.

If you or someone you love is finding this time of year harder than expected, you don’t have to carry it alone. Our intake team can talk through care options, including inpatient hospital programs, structured day programs and telehealth support.

📞 1800 284 830
📧 help@avivehealth.com.au

Or speak with your GP about a referral.

08/01/2026

If January feels slow or heavy, you are not behind.
Many people experience a post-holiday emotional dip. Rather than rushing into resolutions, January can be a time to reconnect with routines, stabilise your mental health, and rebuild gradually.

Avive’s programs continue without disruption throughout January, including inpatient admissions (hospital stays) and other structured care options, to support people who may be feeling vulnerable, unsettled, or in need of early intervention. Our intake team is available to speak with individuals and families about suitability, availability, and appropriate care pathways – with care, respect, and without pressure.

If you’re concerned about yourself or someone you love, speak with your GP about a referral – or you’re welcome to reach out directly to our experienced mental health intake team.

Contact our dedicated mental health facilities in Brisbane, or Melbourne:
📞 1800 284 830
📧 help@avivehealth.com.au

05/01/2026

New Year, same you – with a little more care 🌿
A new year does not demand reinvention. It can simply offer space to reset and re-establish your wellbeing with the right support.
If your mental health feels fragile after Christmas, or you’re entering the year feeling depleted, our experienced mental health team can help explore appropriate care options – your pace and with care.

📍 Avive Clinic Brisbane: 16 Bryden Street, Windsor
📍 Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula: 1 St Johns Lane, Mount Eliza

If reaching out feels hard, you don’t have to do it alone.
Our intake team is here to talk through what support might be right for you.
📞 1800 284 830
🔗 Learn more or enquire via our website: https://bit.ly/3YqHjJt

30/11/2025

That’s a wrap from the 2025 Australasian Doctors’ Health Conference.

Last week, we joined colleagues from across the country at the Doctors Health Alliance’s 2025 Australasian Doctors’ Health Conference – a powerful reminder of how critical it is to care for the people who care for all of us.

The opening address from The Honourable Mary-Anne Thomas MP recognised the immense emotional pressure clinicians carry every day. She acknowledged that “all eyes are on you, and the weight is real” – a striking reflection of the expectations placed on our medical workforce and the importance of supporting those on the front line.

For Avive Health, these conversations go to the heart of what we’re here to do:
– Prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of doctors, junior clinicians, first responders and veterans – as well as the wider community
– Champion clinician-led models of care that recognise the human behind the role
– Help build systems that make it safer to say “I’m not OK” and easier to access support

Proud to be part of these discussions, and equally proud to be working towards practical solutions – alongside so many dedicated partners and peers.

27/11/2025

Staff Spotlight – Elizabeth Harry, Nurse Unit Manager at Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula ✨

Elizabeth brings empathy, energy and a steady presence to every shift. She believes mental health challenges are a part of life – and supporting people through them is a privilege she never takes lightly.

We asked her a few questions. Here’s what she had to say…

❓What have you learned in your role?
“Our mental health isn’t linear – it needs to be understood and embraced in every season.”

❓What makes Avive different?
“We’re collaborative and dynamic. Feedback from patients, staff and visitors is valued and acted on every day – it’s part of who we are.”

❓What keeps you coming back each day?
“The diversity. No two days are the same. Some days humble you more, but you never know what the next will hold.”

❓Which Avive value resonates with you most – Care, Empower or Innovate?
“Empower. Empowerment is what we need to take that step, make that change and see things differently.”

❓What's something your colleagues might not know about you?
“I signed up for my first solo HYROX competition this December – and I’m scared for my life!”

Thank you, Elizabeth, for leading with courage, compassion and a genuine passion for empowering others every day.

If you or a loved one needs mental health support during the holidays, you can reach us at the details below:

📍 Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula, 1 St Johns Lane, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
📍 Avive Clinic Brisbane, 16 Bryden Street, Windsor QLD 4030
📞 1800 284 830
📧 help@avivehealth.com.au

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