24 hour mental health hotlines

In an emergency where there is a risk to life or personal safety you should call 000.

Crisis counselling

Lifeline – Call 13 11 14

Beyondblue – Call 1300 224 636

Samaritans Crisis Line – Call 13 52 47

Suicide Call Back Service – Call 1300 659 467

Northern Territory Mental Health Line – Call 1800 682 288

Kids and teens

Kids Help Line – Call 1800 551 800

Men

Mensline Australia – Call 1300 789 978

Support for men dealing with problems and stress.

Defence community

Defence Force all hours support line – Call 1800 628 036

For current and former service people and their families.

Non-English speakers

Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) - call 13 14 50 and ask to speak to Lifeline.

Suicide bereavement

Standby Support After Suicide – Call 0418 575 680 (in the Top End) or 0439 842 155 (in Central Australia).

Support for people who have been impacted by suicide.

Online chat

Online chat may also be available at some services including the following:

Lifeline

Beyondblue

Kids Help Line

Mensline Australia

Suicide Call Back Service