Craig Hamilton Travels from Newcastle, NSW

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After being diagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder in 2000 Craig has become one of Australia’s most high profile and sought-after speakers on Mental Health Awareness, Lifestyle, Overcoming Adversity and creating a sustainable Work/Life Balance.

He has made over 400 appearances around Australia as a Mental Health Speaker.

Craig’s journey with mental illness began in 2000 when, as a high-profile Sports Broadcaster for ABC Radio and on the eve of his most important career assignment, working on the Sydney Olympic Games, he experienced a major psychotic episode in public.

This that led to him being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Craig spent 12 days in hospital and once he recovered, set out to create awareness around mental health and to help break down the stigma that surround those that suffer from mental illness.

Today Craig leads a very busy and fulfilling life. He continues to follow his passion as a speaker and advocate in the mental health and wellbeing space. He has written two books, “Broken Open” and “A Better Life”.

In 2024 Craig’s story was turned into a documentary titled “The Promise” and available on Stan. The Promise includes insights from leading researchers, experts, and notable Australian figures to spark conversations and provoke thought around the critical issue of mental health and suicide prevention.

In sharing his story and experiences Craig offers hope to others.

Keynote Titles

The Road to Mental Ill Health and Back - A Personal Story
Building Resilience
Creating Work-Life Balance
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Truths About Social Media

Testimonials

I thought he was brilliant, it is a difficult subject to talk about in a public forum, and everyone will have their own story of how Mental Health issues have impacted them or their family, the more its talked about the more comfortable people become with talking with others which is a positive outcome for all involved.

CitiPower, Powercor And United Energy

Craig’s Keynote was sensational in all respects. I have had numerous people comment on how compelling his story was. I think the fact that he spent a lot of time in a tough industry meant that many in the audience found him very easy to relate to. The Mates In Construction fundraising lunch was a great success. We raised over $70K (best ever result) and I am fielding many offers of assistance catalysed by the event.

Mates In Construction

Craig was a real gift to us yesterday. What a great and powerful speaker. He was wonderful, fantastic, educative, funny, I can't say enough. I have had a huge response from people, lots of emails expressing their gratitude at hearing his story. He spoke from his heart, and the audience was riveted.

St Vincent's Hospital