Resources and Emergency Contacts
Dial 000 (Triple zero) for emergency help, including threats, domestic violence, criminal acts, threats of suicide, mental health crisis.
Mental health support covers a large field. We encourage you to reach out to the following services.
Emergency Help
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Australia’s primary 24/7 resource for distressed, people who need quick access to crisis support. Causes for distress vary: from panic attacks, high stress, grieving, anxiety, and issues coping with school, to people who have thoughts of suicide. Lifeline is a safe and quick point of call service.
Griefline: 1300 22 4636
People who need more regular support because of loss of employment, loss of loved ones, loss of a special pet, and other forms of loss including infant loss, are supported here. Speak with empathic staff 24/7.
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
For people up to the age of 24. Kids Helpline is a volunteer line that takes special care of our young ones and is a valuable tool for every child.
Parentline: 1300 30 1300
For those coping with their first child, for single parents or for every parent who is facing challenges in their life. This is a great resource.
Other help services:
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Domestic Violence: 1800 Respect
Nurse-on-call: 1300 60 60 24 to speak to a registered nurse
Sane Australia: 1800 187 263
Q Life 1800 184 527
Mensline: 1300 789 978
Carers Line: 1800 242 636
Poisons Hotline: 131 126