Can't wait for an event?
Bring Your Bills events run regularly, but you don't have to wait for the next one. These services are free, confidential, and some are available right now, 24 hours a day.
In an emergency, call 000.
Money and bills
National Debt Helpline: 1800 007 007
Free, independent financial counselling for anyone struggling with bills, debt or a fine. Monday to Friday, 9:30am–4:30pm. ndh.org.au
Right now, whatever's going on
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Crisis support and suicide prevention, for any kind of crisis, any time. 24 hours a day, every day. lifeline.org.au
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Support for anxiety, depression and general mental health, for you or someone you're worried about. 24 hours a day, every day. beyondblue.org.au
Family, domestic or sexual violence
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Confidential counselling and support for family, domestic and sexual violence, for anyone affected, including friends and family. 24 hours a day, every day. 1800respect.org.au
Under 25
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Free, confidential counselling for anyone aged 5 to 25, about anything at all. 24 hours a day, every day. kidshelpline.com.au
Something else
Would rather talk to someone in person?
Come along to a Bring Your Bills event. Free, walk in, no appointment. Financial counsellors, lawyers, tenancy workers and community services are usually all in the same room.