Back of House, Front of Mind
“Back of House, Front of Mind” is a podcast presented by Healthy Mind Menu, an industry-led initiative that aims to improve the lives and normalise conversations around mental health for those working in the hospitality industry.
Welcome, Bradley
In this episode, we chat with Bradley Woods, CEO of the Australian Hotels Association in WA (AHA(WA)) and one of Australia’s leading political advocates for the hotel, tourism, and hospitality industries. As Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of AHA(WA), Bradley is responsible for steering WA’s tourism and hospitality sectors through a range of complex challenges. With nearly 30 years in the field, he’s dedicated to shaping public policy, providing advocacy, and offering training and events to support AHA(WA) members. Bradley has led WA’s hospitality landscape through pivotal moments, including the sector’s COVID-19 recovery, all while helping shape a vibrant future for WA tourism. Join us as Bradley shares his insights on the evolving challenges and exciting opportunities facing the industry.
Join us in October 2026 as we partner with hospitality venues, workers, and customers across Western Australia to promote mental health and well-being in the industry and the community.
Although rewarding, working in hospitality can be isolating, unsociable and high-pressure. Mental health is emerging as a major challenge for hospitality businesses with 80% of workers reporting they are suffering from symptoms.
We also unite to celebrate the many reasons we love WA Hospitality. Hospitality offers workplace fun, friendship, camaraderie, and a strong connection to the local community, enhancing worker well-being and retention.
During Mental Health Awareness Month, we aim to shine a light on the brilliant people who create and maintain our favourite local places to meet, unwind, and be entertained. We invite you to join us in celebrating what makes the industry great while supporting the mental health of hospitality workers.
How can you get involved? It’s easy!
CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY VENUES!
Partner with Healthy Mind Menu during Mental Health Month 2026
Throughout Mental Health Month, venues across WA will unite to drive donations towards Healthy Mind Menu Inc.
As a venue partner, you can make a difference by pledging a portion of sales from a specific product during mental health month. For example, you can donate $1 from every pint of Pale Ale or $5 from every chicken parmigiana sold. We encourage you to have fun and get creative with the naming, marketing, and delivery of your Mental Health Month offering. In the past, venues have even created exclusive signature cocktails, tacos, and lunch specials.
By partnering with us, you’ll receive a mental health awareness package, including venue posters, brochures, and staff resources. We’ll also design co-branded material to promote your deal to customers on both your channels and ours.
Fundraise and Receive a Complimentary Wellbeing Workshop for Your Team
We are pleased to offer an exclusive incentive for venues that raise more than $1500 during Mental Health Awareness Month. As a token of our appreciation, venues that reach this fundraising milestone will receive a complimentary Mental Health Wellbeing Workshop.
The Mental Health Wellbeing Workshop will be conducted at your venue and tailored to meet the specific needs of your team. Our experienced facilitators will deliver an engaging and interactive session focused on promoting mental health, building resilience, and fostering a supportive work environment. This workshop provides valuable insights, practical strategies, and actionable tools that can be implemented within your team to enhance overall wellbeing.
The Impact of Your Support
This year, all the funds raised will go towards distributing free Starter Mental Health packs to hospitality venue’s and expansion of our Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiatives. Our venue partners in previous years have created amazing awareness and raising funds which allowed us to complete a two year research project with the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Centre for Work and Wellbeing.
Register Today
To become a venue partner or learn more about how you can support Mental Health Awareness Month, please contact our coordinator, at coordinator@healthymindmenu.org.au.
Join us in making a difference and promoting mental health and wellbeing in the hospitality industry.
