Culturally diverse Australians can now find a mental health expert who speaks their language

The productivity commission report has found mental health is costing $220 billion a year.

The productivity commission report has found mental health is costing $220 billion a year. Source: AAP

Australians will now be able to receive mental health support with someone who speaks their language or shares their culture or faith under a new initiative.



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