HAPPY, flourishing children start with strong mental health and wellbeing practices. Alarmingly, however, new research has found after two tough years of lockdowns and social isolation, one in four primary school students are experiencing symptoms of depression, and almost one in three are experiencing symptoms of anxiety.
Good news for parents and children, however, is on the way with a high-energy kids show, that tackles children’s mental health through music, storytelling and an abundance of laughter.
Featuring The Resilience Project’s most engaging and entertaining presenter, Martin Heppell, ‘3 Happy Tricks’ is an irresistible show that will teach children and their families how to practice gratitude, empathy and mindfulness, or GEM, as it is affectionately known.
A father of three and a former St Kilda AFL player, Martin has helped his audiences incorporate GEM into their daily lives through over 1,000 presentations for The Resilience Project.
Riverlinks venues manager Ken Cameron says, “3 Happy Tricks’ will provide children and their parents with ways to positively deal with their mental health, it’s a timely show that tackles the concerns kids might have after two very different years.”
The Resilience Project with Martin Heppell, ‘3 Happy Tricks’ is on Monday, September 19 from 11am-1pm with ticket prices ranging from $50-$30.
Tickets are available in person, online or through the Riverlinks Box Office on 03 5832 9511 or visit, www.riverlinksvenues.com.au/whats-on
