Floods, Droughts & Breaking Point: The Mental Toll on Aussie Farmers
Phil is joined by Warren Davies, Community Mental Health Recovery Expert and ‘The Unbreakable Farmer’, to discuss how extreme weather is pushing Australian farmers to the brink.
While Central Queensland battles massive floods described as “bigger than Texas,” South Australia faces one of its worst droughts in history. Both disasters are causing severe financial losses and emotional tolls on farming communities. Some South Australian farmers are reaching breaking point, while Queenslanders face huge stock losses.
Relief efforts include financial aid, counselling, and mental health support. But while the land may eventually recover, the mental health impacts can last for decades—highlighting the need for ongoing support well after the weather clears.
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