Between 1 July and 1 December 2023, we worked to initiate similar wellbeing support groups with an acoustic music focus in Busselton and in Boyup Brook.

The project was successful, but no continuous groups have formed. Reflecting the ad-hoc nature of music and mental health needs we created a facebook group under the name South West Acoustic Jam. We also instigated a Facebook Community Group connected to the website. We want to connect people across all of the Southwest.

Our 2023 project was funded by the Mental Health Commission of WA through ConnectGroups. Main focus was bringing people together at the local level to play, recite, sing and listen to live acoustic music and bush poetry, build relationships and community, self-esteem as well as skills.

If you are interested and want to become involved please send an email to hello@greenbushesacoustic.club.