Crisis Support information

If you or someone you know is in distress or in immediate danger, dial 000 as soon as possible.

National support numbers

Lifeline | 13 11 14
Crisis support and suicide prevention services available via phone, text message or online chat.

13Yarn | 13 92 76
Counselling and crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Kids Helpline | 1800 551 800
Counselling for kids, teens and young adults aged between 5 and 25 available via phone and online chat.

Suicide Call Back Service | 1300 659 467
Phone and online counselling to support people affected by suicidal thoughts or suicide available via phone, online chat and video calls.

MensLine Australia | 1300 789 978
Counselling service offering support to men available via phone, online chat and video calls.

Qlife | 1800 184 527
Anonymous LGBTQIA+ peer support and referral available via phone and online chat.

SANE Helpline | 1800 18 7263
Counselling, peer support, online groups and community forums for people aged 18+ with complex mental health needs and their family, friends and carers.

Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636
Brief, confidential counselling services available via phone or online chat.

Open Arms | 1800 011 046
Counselling for anyone who has served at least one day in the Australian Defence Force and their families.

Butterfly | 1800 33 4673For support with eating disorders or body image concerns, call Butterfly National Helpline or chat online or email, 7 days a week, 8am-midnight (AEST/AEDT).