Steph Cooke MP
Member for Cootamundra

​​Friday, 19 November 2021​ People in the Cootamundra electorate experiencing mental health distress will now be able to access support in two new ways, thanks to a pair of new suicide prevention initiatives. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke welcomed the addition of two Safe Havens to existing community-based supports in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District. “Instead of struggling alone, anyone who is experiencing mental health distress can now head to the purpose-desig

​​Thursday, 18 November 2021​ People impacted by suicide in the Cootamundra electorate will now have access to a new support service to help them navigate the day-to-day challenges brought about by the tragic death of a member of their community. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said that post-suicide, it is critical to support loved ones as well as the wider community. “For friends and family, the death of a loved one by suicide is not only heartbreaking and shocking, i

​​Friday, 3 September 2021​ The NSW Government’s Suicide Prevention Fund has given a boost to mental health services in regional NSW as they continue to experience high-demand during the COVID-19 Stay-At-Home Orders. Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke said the funding will improve access to mental health support for people living in the electorate. “Our regional communities are among the identified at-risk groups known to have higher rates of suicide,” Ms Cooke said. “As