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Suicide prevention advocate ‘unwavering’

Brodie CowburnBy Brodie Cowburn28 January 2025Updated:4 February 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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Wayne Holdsworth. Picture: Gary Sissons
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WAYNE Holdsworth has been named Frankston’s citizen of the year for his work in suicide prevention.
Holdsworth’s 17-year-old son Mac died by suicide in October 2023 aged just 17. Mac Holdsworth was the victim of sexual extortion before his death.

Since his son’s passing, Wayne Holdsworth has created SmackTalk. The organisation raises awareness about online threats, and campaigns for suicide prevention measures. Through SmackTalk, Holdsworth has spread his message in presentations nationwide. He was among the leading voices in last year’s campaign to introduce laws for minimum social media ages. On 26 January he was named Frankston’s best citizen.

The 2025 young citizen of the year was awarded to David McFarlane, who has dedicated 13 years to the local Scouts community. He is now the unit leader of the Mavis Rover unit.

Women and Mentoring was named the community group of the year for its work matching volunteer mentors with women and non-binary people who are experiencing legal issues.

Frankston mayor Kris Bolam offered praise for the winners. “Congratulations to all our winners and thank you for your unwavering dedication to ensuring our city is a safe, supportive and thriving place. You should all be incredibly proud of your achievements – just as we are – and the lasting marks you have left behind,” he said.

First published in the Frankston Times – 28 January 2025

Citizen of the Year Frankston Times WAYNE Holdsworth Young Citizen of the Year
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