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Craig Hamilton

Mental Health Advocate, Keynote Speaker and Author

Craig is one of Australia’s most in-demand speakers on mental health, resilience and work/life balance. After a public psychotic episode in 2000 ended his broadcasting career and led to a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, he rebuilt his life and delivers talks nationwide.

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Craig is one of Australia’s most high-profile and sought-after speakers on mental health awareness, overcoming adversity, lifestyle wellbeing and sustainable work/life balance. Since being diagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder in 2000, he has delivered more than 400 presentations across Australia, using his story to break stigma and spark powerful conversations about mental health.

Craig’s journey began at the height of his career as a respected ABC Radio sports broadcaster. On the eve of covering the Sydney Olympic Games, he experienced a major psychotic episode in public—an event that led to his diagnosis of bipolar disorder and a life-changing commitment to advocacy. After spending 12 days in hospital and rebuilding his health, Craig turned his experience into a mission to support others facing similar challenges.

Today, he leads a full and purposeful life as a speaker, author and mental health advocate. He has written two books, Broken Open and A Better Life, and in 2024 his story became the documentary The Promise, available on Stan, featuring insights from leading researchers, experts and notable Australians on mental health and suicide prevention.

Through sharing his lived experience with honesty and hope, Craig empowers audiences to seek help early, support one another and build healthier, more resilient lives.

Craig Hamilton’s presence at our R U OK? Day event was truly profound. His candid reflections on mental health, resilience, and the power of human connection resonated deeply with our team. Craig’s story—marked by courage, authenticity, and hope—reminded us all of the importance of checking in with one another, not just on RUOK? Day, but every day. His talk sparked meaningful conversations, and it was heartening to see so many of our people stay behind to connect, ask questions, and share their own experiences in a safe and supportive space. We are incredibly grateful for Craig’s contribution. DSI Underground
Craig is one of Australia’s leading and high-profile mental health advocates. He is has just finished working on a Documentary titled The Promise with Newcastle based filmmaker Jye Currie. As someone at the forefront of Mental Health and specifically the area of early intervention, Craig’s story is one I know well. Craig has been one of Australia’s most respected speakers in the mental health area for over twenty years. I’ve worked with Craig on several occasions and highly recommend him as a Keynote speaker on mental health and well-being. His story is inspirational. Orygen
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
Because Craig deals with his illness openly and publicly, we asked him to become an Ambassador for Beyondblue some 15 years ago. Craig travels the country speaking at public meetings and to the media, helping to raise awareness of depression. By speaking out, Craig is helping others, particularly in encouraging them to seek help. Beyondblue
When Craig starts telling his story, you don't want him to stop. It is honest, insightful and spoken with great passion and conviction. Craig spoke to a room full of journalism and public relation academics, local media and staff working in mental health. His presentation had something in it for everyone … Our national guests were talking about his insights long after that evening and reflecting on both their personal and professional roles. It was a great reminder about how powerful the personal story can be in motivating people. Hunter Institute of Mental Health
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