Urgent Support
If you're experiencing a crisis and need immediate support, here are some services in Australia that can help you right now. PLEASE NOTE: If it is an emergency or if anyone is in immediate danger – please call 000 now.
Support, Australia Wide.
Beyond Blue supports Australians with mental health concerns, offering a 24/7 helpline, helpful resources, and community programs.
The Black Dog Institute in Australia offers resources and research to help people live mentally healthier lives, assisting those affected by mood disorders and depression.
Head to Health is an Australian Government initiative that provides a digital gateway to trusted mental health information, resources, and services, supporting individuals at every stage of their mental health journey, from those seeking to understand early symptoms to those needing crisis assistance.
Lifeline Australia provides a 24/7 crisis support helpline, assisting those in distress, contemplating suicide, or going through a personal crisis. Additionally, they offer various community programs, resources, and services to promote emotional well-being and prevent suicide.
MindSpot in Australia provides free online mental health assessments and therapist-guided courses tailored to assist individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, and related conditions, ensuring accessible support from anywhere.
MensLine Australia offers phone and online support for men facing emotional or relationship challenges, providing a safe space for discussions about mental health, well-being, and family concerns.
ACON offers dedicated health and well-being services for the LGBTQ+ community in Australia, addressing issues like HIV prevention, mental health, and inclusivity to create a more vibrant and healthy community.
The Butterfly Foundation in Australia provides dedicated support, counselling, and resources for individuals affected by eating disorders and body image concerns, promoting positive well-being and recovery.
Support in Byron and the Northern Rivers
Suicide Support
StandBy Response Service
North Coast NSW
Mobile: 0417 119 298
24/7 suicide bereavement for people bereaved following a suicide.
Other emergency numbers are:
Suicide Call Back Service : 1300 659 467
LifeLine Australia : 131 114
Kids Help Line : 1800 551 800
If you, or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can call:
NSW Domestic Violence Line
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Ph: 1800 656 463
Ph: 1800 671 442 TTY (Hearing impaired)
1800Respect is Australia’s national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Ph: 1800 737 732
If you are homeless or at risk of being homeless, please contact:
Link2Home
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year
Ph: 1800 152 152
Connecting Home
Available Monday – Friday 9am-5pm
Connecting Home delivers specialist homelessness services in the Tweed, Byron, Ballina, Lismore, Kyogle, Richmond and Clarence Local Government Areas.
Please contact our First Response Team :
Ph :02 6698 5609
Email: firstresponse@connectinghome.com.au
Far North Coast Family Referral Service
Ph: 1800 338 774
or Ph: 02 6623 2780 (9 – 5, Monday to Friday)
Email: frs@socialfutures.org.au
Child Protection Helpline: 132 111
LifeLine Australia: 131 114
Translating and Interpreting Service
Phone to gain access to an interpreter in your own language (free)
Ph: 131 450