A range of suicide prevention policies exist at state/territory level. As indicated in Table 3-3, these are aligned with the LIFE Framework, although the priorities for action and the operationalisation of the strategies vary between jurisdictions.
Table 3-3: State/territory level suicide prevention policies
| Jurisdiction | Policy | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | NSW Suicide Prevention Strategy 2010-2015 | Aligned with LIFE Framework. |
| Qld | Queensland Government Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2010 | This document is still in development. The existing policy (Queensland Government Suicide Prevention Strategy 2003-2008) references the previous (2000) version of the LIFE Framework. |
| WA | WA State Suicide Prevention Strategy 2009-2013 | Aligned with LIFE Framework. |
| SA | SA Suicide Prevention Strategy 2012-2016: Every life is worth living | Aligned with LIFE Framework. Also includes priority focus on issues affecting regional South Australians and targeted postvention activities. |
| Vic | Mental Health Reform Strategy 2009-2019: Because mental health matters | This document states that Victoria's Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2006 will be renewed and updated with reference to the LIFE Framework. |
| Tas | Tasmania's Suicide Prevention Strategy 2010-2014: A strategic framework and action plan | Lists five key action areas that are broadly aligned with the LIFE Framework and other relevant state-level policies. There is a strong focus on primary prevention and community involvement. |
| NT | NT Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2009-2011 | Lists six key action areas, which although differently worded, are similar in intent to those of the LIFE Framework. One action area specifically relates to partnerships with Indigenous people. The roles of various government departments in addressing goals are described. |
| ACT | Managing the Risk of Suicide: A suicide prevention strategy for the ACT 2009-2014 | Comprises 56 activities to be implemented by 22 agencies, aligned under the LIFE Action Areas. |