DON’T WAIT!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, there are a range of crisis and specialised support services available:

24/7 Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention

📞 Lifeline – 13 11 14 (www.lifeline.org.au)

  • 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention.

  • SMS support: Text 0477 13 11 14 (available 24/7).

  • Online chat support (via website).

📞 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 (www.beyondblue.org.au)

  • 24/7 mental health support for anxiety, depression, and emotional distress.

  • Online chat and email support available.

📞 Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 (www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au)

  • 24/7 support for people at risk of suicide, those caring for someone at risk, and bereaved individuals.

  • Free professional phone and online counseling.

Mental Health & Well-Being Support

📞 MensLine Australia – 1300 78 99 78 (www.mensline.org.au)

  • Support for men dealing with relationship issues, stress, and mental health concerns.

📞 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 (www.kidshelpline.com.au)

  • 24/7 free and confidential support for young people aged 5-25.

📞 QLife – 1800 184 527 (www.qlife.org.au)

  • Support for LGBTQIA+ individuals, available 3pm–midnight daily.

📞 Blue Knot Helpline – 1300 657 380 (www.blueknot.org.au)

  • Support for survivors of childhood trauma, abuse, and neglect.

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Support

📞 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 (www.1800respect.org.au)

  • 24/7 support for people impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence.

Drug, Alcohol & Gambling Support

📞 National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline – 1800 250 015

  • Support and referrals for alcohol and drug-related concerns.

📞 Gambling Help Online – 1800 858 858 (www.gamblinghelponline.org.au)

  • 24/7 support for gambling addiction.

Emergency & Hospital Assistance

📞 Triple Zero (000) – For immediate life-threatening emergencies.

📞 Mental Health Triage Services (State-Based Crisis Teams):

  • NSW: Mental Health Line – 1800 011 511

  • VIC: Psychiatric Triage Service – Call local area mental health service

  • QLD: 1300 MH CALL – 1300 642 255

  • SA: Mental Health Triage Service – 13 14 65

  • WA: Mental Health Emergency Response Line (MHERL) – 1300 555 788 (Metro) / 1800 676 822 (Rural)

  • TAS: Mental Health Helpline – 1800 332 388

  • ACT: Mental Health Crisis Service – 1800 629 354

  • NT: Mental Health Line – 1800 682 288

    These services provide crucial support in times of need—please don’t hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know is struggling. 💙