Episode 48 – Anthony Eddie: From Military Service to Mental Health Advocacy and the Yarramundi Veterans Shed
In this powerful episode of Triumph Beyond Trauma, I sit down with Anthony Eddie—Australian Army veteran, PTSD survivor, and co-founder of the Yarramundi Veterans Shed in Western Sydney.
Anthony shares his story of joining the Army at 19, serving for three decades across Australia and overseas, and how he navigated the mental and physical challenges that came after deployment. Following a medical discharge in 2024, Anthony turned his focus to mental health advocacy and peer support for fellow veterans and first responders.
Together, we talk about life after service, living with PTSD, and the healing power of community. Anthony now plays an active role in veteran support networks as President of the Air Dispatch Association, Vice President of Penrith RSL sub-Branch, and Secretary & Treasurer of the Yarramundi Veterans Shed—a growing hub for connection, skill-building, and shared stories.
What you'll hear in this episode:
Anthony's Army journey and transition into civilian life
His experience with PTSD, medical discharge, and mental health recovery
Why community spaces like the Yarramundi Veterans Shed are vital
The importance of peer support for veterans and emergency service workers
Ideas for improving veteran services in Western Sydney and beyond
Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or someone who supports them, this episode offers honest insight, hope, and real tools for navigating post-service life.
** Content Warning **
Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support.
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Mental Health Resources:
000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia)
RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources
LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/
Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/
Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/
Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/
Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/
MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/
QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
