Mental health organizations demand reforms after Carly Richardson's crisis
Carly Richardson, 21, faced a mental health crisis in 2022 and was denied intensive therapy, leading to a self-harm incident and a suicide attempt. Following her case, 21 mental health organizations called for reforms to address mental health emergencies, emphasizing that 'mental crises aren’t a crime.' New funding measures in NSW have been criticized as insufficient to meet rising demand.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 09:30 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 09:41 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: Brisbane Times. Editorial policy · Corrections
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