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:
Send a postcard to someone you care about. Showing how you value relationships is good for you and others.
Send a postcard to someone you’re worried about. Connecting this way could help someone who needs support.
A relative that you bump into at family events but rarely talk to or check in on
An old friend or workmate you’ve lost touch with
An elderly neighbour or acquaintance who seems isolated or lonely
Share a thought. Tell someone you’re thinking of them and that you’re never too far away for a chat.
Share a memory of something that you’ve experienced together to help you feel closer even if you’re apart.
Share a story from your life recently and ask for a story in return.
You can pick up a Connection Postcard free from participating post offices around Australia in June.
You can also order your postcards directly from Beyond Blue, or by emailing partnerships@beyondblue.org.au to request one.
If you don’t have one of Beyond Blue and Australia Post’s Connection Postcards, you can still send a postcard or write a letter, today or any day.
Postcards are a timeless way to share snapshots of life, travels, inspiring art, and quick notes of love. You can buy postcards at Australia Post, newsagents or convenience stores, and you’ll often find them for free in cafes and community gathering spots as local business or artist promotions.
These days, with instant messaging and social media, getting a physical postcard in the mail feels extra special. Sending physical mail takes a bit more time and effort, and that effort will be noticed.
Imagine the joy of someone who’s feeling a bit lonely after moving to a rural town, finding a “Greetings from Brisbane” postcard from an old work colleague (that’s you) saying “Hi, we miss your sense of humour over here.” Or your elderly uncle who hasn’t heard much from family in a while, receiving a beautiful artwork card with a note of love.
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.
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