Crisis and Immediate Support Contacts

Emergency Services — 000 (24/7) For life-threatening emergencies or if someone is at immediate risk.

Mental Health Line (NSW) — 1800 011 511 (24/7) Speak to a mental health professional. This service also connects you to your local Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team (CATT) if urgent in-person support is needed.

Lifeline — 13 11 14 (24/7) Support for anyone in emotional distress or experiencing a personal crisis.

13YARN — 13 92 76 (24/7) A culturally safe, national crisis line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Speak with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter.

Suicide Call Back Service — 1300 659 467 (24/7)Telephone and online counselling for people affected by suicide.

PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) — 1300 726 306 (Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 7.30 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm) Support for new and expecting parents experiencing anxiety or depression.

QLife — 1800 184 527 (3:00 pm – midnight) LGBTQ+ peer support and referral.

Kids Helpline — 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Support for children and young people aged 5 to 25.

Headspace - Mental health and wellbeing support for young people aged 12–25 and their families.

MensLine Australia — 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Support for men around mental health, relationships, anger, or fatherhood.

1800RESPECT — 1800 737 732 (24/7) National sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.

Gambling Help Online — 1800 858 858 (24/7) Free online support for anyone affected by gambling.

National Debt Helpline (NDH) - 1800 007 007 Free hotline to help you manage your debt problems. Their financial counsellors provide free, independent and confidential services. 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.