The NSW Coalition Opposition has announced a new portfolio dedicated to men’s health.
MP Matt Cross has been appointed as the Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Men’s Health.
Cross has been tasked with overseeing male suicide prevention strategies for the NSW Opposition.
NSW will next hold a state election in March 2027.
Proposal
The Liberal-National Coalition is currently in opposition in NSW, meaning its policies are proposals of what they would implement if they win government at the next state election.
It said it is developing a men’s health strategy focused on prevention and detection, “health information tailored to men,” and “practical support for fathers”.
The Coalition established a men’s health framework when it was in Government in 2018. It focused on addressing specific health challenges including mental health, cancer, and STIs.
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The Federal Government launched a Men’s Health Strategy in 2020. It has similar goals and is scheduled to run until 2030.
In 2025, the Federal Government appointed MP Dan Repacholi as its Special Envoy for Men’s Health.
The NSW Opposition argues the state needs an updated, state-specific approach, building on the “important first step” of the 2018 policy.
Comments
Cross, who represents the northern Sydney seat of Davidson, said he would bring personal experience to the role.
“I know first hand how critical prevention and early detection can be... My experience surviving bowel cancer reinforced the importance of men feeling comfortable talking openly about their health,” he said.
NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane said: “We should not accept the status quo... Suicide remains the leading cause of death for men aged 15 to 44.”
