This document was significantly based on experiential expertise. The plan explicitly responds to recommendations from the Productivity Commission Report (informed by over 1,000 public submissions) and the National Suicide Prevention Adviser's Final Advice (incorporating voices of over 3,000 Australians with lived experience of suicide/suicidal behaviours). The document repeatedly emphasises that reforms are "informed by lived experiences of everyday Australians" who understand the system and provided input on needed changes.

Yes, this document incorporates substantial practice wisdom. The plan responds to expert recommendations from the Productivity Commission Enquiry and National Suicide Prevention Adviser, drawing on clinical expertise and evidence-based practices. It references established programs like Scotland's Distress Brief Intervention, existing workforce training initiatives, and proven models like multidisciplinary care teams. The document also incorporates insights from healthcare professionals, counsellors, social workers, and mental health practitioners who have direct experience delivering services.

Yes, this document strongly incorporates research and evaluation insights. The plan responds to comprehensive research from the Productivity Commission Enquiry Report and National Suicide Prevention Adviser's Final Advice. It references international evidence (like Scotland's Distress Brief Intervention evaluations), cites statistical data on mental health prevalence and suicide rates, and commits $117.2 million specifically for evidence-based evaluation systems, data collection, longitudinal studies, and continuous improvement monitoring to drive outcomes.