Get support
Strong, inclusive and compassionate communities need support both in the good times and the challenging times. There are many community support organisations and resources available online, at the end of a phone, or in your neighbourhoods that can help.
Counselling and support
Relationships Australia counselling and support services in your state and territory call 1300 364 277
1800 RESPECT – 24/7 domestic and family violence helpline, call 1800 737 732
beyondblue – for information and resources to support mental wellbeing
Black Dog Institute – for online resources and education on mood disorders, depression and bipolar disorder, call 02 9382 4350
Family Relationships Advice line call 1800 050 321
GriefLine – an anonymous telephone counselling service for people suffering grief, call 1300 845 745
Headspace – support for young people, call headspace on 1800 650 890
Humankind – aims to support people living with chronic illness and their loved ones to achieve positive and respectful relationships
Lifeline –24/7 Crisis telephone counselling service, call 13 11 14 or online text chat
Mensline Australia – counselling service and resources for men in family crisis, call 1300 78 99 78
Suicide call back service – 24/7 professional telephone crisis support for people at risk of suicide, carers and the bereaved as well as online counselling, call 1300 659 467
RUOK? Offers information and tools to help you connect with others
Young People
Kids helpline – support for kids, call 1800 55 1800 or webchat
ReachOut.com – provides practical tools and support to help young people get through everything from everyday issues to tough times
LGBTIQ+
QLIFE – 1800 184 527 – call for counselling and referral for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex communities as well as the people supporting them
Gambling and Financial
Gambling Help Online – call for counselling about gambling-related problems 24/7, share information and online resources 1800 858 858
Financial Counselling Australia – to find a counsellor close to you visit here or call 1800 007 007