1800RESPECT
Need help with domestic, family, or sexual violence? Call 1800Respect for free, 24/7 support. They offer confidential information, counseling, and support via phone, text or online chat and video call.
Palmerston
Worried about your own alcohol or drug use, or someone else’s? Palmerston provides free, confidential support and counselling for young people aged 12 and over. No judgment, just help to figure things out and feel more in control.
Communities Inclusion Connection Team
Phone and email navigation service providing information and linking community members with local services. Face-to-face service available for people with a disability requiring additional support.
Youth Focus
If you are feeling sad, lonely or depressed, Youth Focus offers free, confidential support for young people 12-25. Chat with a counsellor, join a group, or get help with life stuff like study or work.
Freedom Centre
If you're 12–26 and part of the LGBTIQA+ community, Freedom Centre offers free, confidential counselling. Whether you're figuring out your identity, dealing with tough stuff, or just need to talk to someone who gets it.
Services Australia – School leavers resource eKit
Download a resource kit to support school leavers to apply for Centrelink payments - Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY.
Beyond Blue – Youth
Feeling anxious, down, or just not yourself? Beyond Blue has free support, real stories from young people, and tips to help you feel better and take control of your mental health.
CYPRESS
If you’re between 6 and 18 and have lost someone close by suicide, CYPRESS is a free service where you can talk, get support, and find ways to cope, whenever you're ready, in a way that works for you.
RightByYou
Worried your friend might be thinking about suicide? RightByYou helps you spot the signs, know what to say, and figure out what to do, especially if things feel urgent.
e-headspace
Need support but not ready to visit in person? headspace offers free, confidential online and phone support for young people aged 12–25.
