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If you, or someone you know, is in immediate danger of hurting themselves or others, call triple zero (000). For help and support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
- Lifeline — for anyone having a personal crisis, call 13 11 14 or chat online.
- Suicide Call Back Service — for anyone thinking about suicide, call 1300 659 467.
- Beyond Blue — for anyone feeling depressed or anxious, call 1300 22 4636 or chat online.
- SANE Australia — for free counselling services for people with mental illness, call 1800 187 263.
- MensLine Australia — a free telephone and online counselling service, call 1300 78 99 78.
- KidsHelpline — free confidential online and phone counselling services for young people aged 5 to 25 years, call 1800 55 1800 or chat online.
- Medicare Mental Health — for advice and to get connected to local mental health services, call 1800 595 212. Check the operating times.
You can also call the healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available to speak with 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.