Urgent Help
BUSHkids services only operate Monday to Friday but we are committed to ensuring that support is available for families and children at all times.
Please find services below that can help you when our offices closed. The services listed are free and available to help you and your family.
Are you in danger?
If you, or someone you are with is in immediate danger please call:
Lifeline
For all ages
Provides all Australians access to crisis support and suicide prevention services.
24hr telephone crisis support
Chat online
Chat online 7pm-12am (Sydney time), 7 days a week
Parentline
Counselling and support for parents and carers.
8am-10pm, 7 days a week
Send email
Inbox is checked from 8am-10pm daily
Kids Helpline
For ages 5 - 25
Free 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
Suicide Call Back Service
For ages 15+
Provides immediate telephone counselling and support in a crisis.
Beyond Blue
For all ages
Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health
1800RESPECT
For all ages
Support for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.