Australia Post and Beyond Blue are sending out 4 million postcards to rural and regional households across Australia, helping overcome loneliness through simple acts of connection.
You can also pick up a Connection Postcard at participating post offices and send it to someone to let them know you care.
Australia Post and Beyond Blue started the Connection Postcard campaign in 2021 to help people stay in touch with friends and family during COVID lockdowns.
Staying connected is still important, but many people in Australia continue to feel lonely and disconnected.
Talking to others about how we feel is important. In fact, connecting with others is one of the best things we can do for our mental health and can help us live longer, improve our physical health, and enhance our overall wellbeing.
Connection Postcards are postage paid for delivery anywhere in Australia. You don't need a stamp.
To get involved, simply:
Social connection and belonging play a key role in our mental health and wellbeing:
People who are connected are less likely than those who are lonely to have depression, social anxiety, and chronic disease.
People who are connected are more likely to sleep better, eat better and have better physical health.
People who are connected report better work productivity and enjoy work more compared with people who are lonely.
You’re not alone if you’re feeling lonely
Even in our digitally connected world, people living in Australia are feeling isolated. Almost 1 in 3 Australians feel lonely, and 1 in 6 say they’re often or always feeling this way. It's common to feel shame and avoid discussing loneliness. But the more we talk openly about it, the better we'll all feel.
As an organisation that supports people from across Australia, Beyond Blue acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay respect to Elders past and present.
First Nations Peoples are advised that this website may include reference to and images of deceased persons.
Beyond Blue is committed to safe inclusive spaces, policies and services for people of LGBTIQ+ communities and their families.
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