New partnerships to deliver student wellbeing programs at Belmont City College

Skyfields is partnering with local community organisations to deliver a coordinated program at Belmont City College, including mental health workshops by Kai Fella Foundation and Aboriginal-led bush camps facilitated by local Elders.

The program will see Kai Fella deliver a series of mental health workshops for Year 9 and 10 students, commencing in June 2026, creating spaces where young people can openly discuss challenges, build resilience and access support networks.

Alongside this, Elders Aunty Tj and Aunty Alta will deliver mentoring programs for Aboriginal students through on-country camps and leadership experiences designed to strengthen cultural connection and build confidence.

Kai Fella’s model centres on “courageous conversations” — helping students develop the confidence to speak up, support each other and better understand their mental health.
Claire Eardley, Founder of Kai Fella Foundation, said the partnership represents an important opportunity to reach young people at a pivotal time in their lives.

“As founder of Kai Fella, I know firsthand how powerful genuine connection and early intervention can be in changing the trajectory of a young person’s life. The support and shared vision from Skyfields allows us to create safe spaces for Belmont City College students to have courageous conversations, access role models and support networks, and feel seen, heard, and equipped to thrive.”

The initiative forms part of Skyfields’ broader community engagement program, prioritising partnerships that strengthen community connection and deliver tangible social and wellbeing outcomes across the Airport Estate and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Dan Sweet, Chief Property Officer of Skyfields by Perth Airport, said: “Programs like this go beyond sponsorship — they’re about backing initiatives that create real, lasting impact. The work of Kai Fella, Aunty TJ and Aunty Alta in schools is direct, practical and needed, and it aligns with our focus on supporting young people in our local communities.”

Belmont City College Principal, Steve Smethurst, said: “Having Skyfields’ support across both the Kai Fella workshops and our Aboriginal-led bush camps and student programs provides our students with meaningful opportunities to build confidence, connect with culture and talk openly about their wellbeing. These initiatives complement the support systems we have in place and help equip students with skills and experiences they can carry forward beyond school.”