Coronial Inquest into Bridgette “Biddy” Porter’s Death to commence on 16 June 2026

The inquest into the circumstances surrounding the tragic killing of Bridgette “Biddy” Porter will be conducted by the NSW State Coroner, Her Honour Magistrate O’Sullivan from Tuesday 16 June until Thursday 18 June 2026, in response to Advocacy Australia’s request for a coronial inquest on behalf of Biddy’s parents with support from Orange Independent, Philip Donato MP. Clare Collins, Chair of Advocacy Australia said, “It is hoped that through the coronial inquest Biddy’s loved ones will learn what led to Biddy’s horrific killing, and that the knowledge gained through this inquest might help prevent other similar killings.” The request to…

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INQUIRY INTO THE FORENSIC DIVISION OF THE NSW MENTAL HEALTH REVIEW TRIBUNAL ANNOUNCED

TODAY, Advocacy Australia welcomed the announcement by the NSW Government that it would honour the Justice for Biddy Porter E Petition by formally announcing an inquiry into the forensic division of the NSW Mental Health Review Tribunal, 597 days after Independent Member for Orange, Philip Donato MP presented the E petition for debate in New South Wales Parliament. As part ofAdvocacy Australia’s Justice for Biddy Porter campaign, thanks to the support of Mr Donato, the Justice for Biddy Porter e-petition called for a coronial inquest into the circumstances surrounding Brigette “Biddy” Porters death and Parliamentary Inquiries including into the Mental…

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✨ TRIPLE GOLDEN TARGET AWARD WINNERS 2025 ✨

We are deeply honoured to announce that Advocacy Australia’s Justice for Biddy campaign, nominated in three categories, has been recognised with three national awards at the Communication and Public Relations Australia (CPRA) 2025 Golden Target Awards – Australia’s most prestigious celebration of strategic communication and public relations excellence. 🥈 Silver: Not-for-Profit Campaign of the Year 🥉 Bronze: Public Affairs & Advocacy Campaign of the Year 🥉 Bronze: Not-for-Profit Team of the Year This recognition stands as a powerful testament to the strength of justice, determination, and passion, proof that when truth is pursued with courage and compassion, change truly is…

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Triple Finalist Honour for Advocacy Australia at Golden Target Awards

We are incredibly honoured to announce that today Advocacy Australia has been named a triple finalist in the Communication and Public Relations Australia annual 2025 Golden Target Awards, Australia’s oldest and most prestigious public relations and communications awards. Our Justice for Biddy campaign has been recognised in two categories: Public Affairs & Advocacy Campaign and Not-for-Profit Campaign. With our Co-founders; Clare Collins and Alice Collins – “The Collins Girls”, proud finalists in the Not-for-Profit Team of the Year category. The Golden Target Awards applaud the crème-de-la-crème of strategic thinking, creative execution, and communication excellence nationwide. In 2022, our Asbestos Education…

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Westfield Bondi Junction Massacre

Following the extreme act of violence that took six lives and harmed many others at Westfield Bondi Junction on Saturday 13th April, Advocacy Australia extends our heartfelt sympathies to all affected by these senseless actions. We commend the remarkable bravery and equanimity of community members, police and other first responders in the face of such horror. Australia must address the rising incidences of violent crimes perpetrated by individuals afflicted with severe mental health disorders. We have reached a critical juncture demanding decisive action and it’s imperative that the Prime Minister and the leaders of all state and territory governments respond…

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