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Supporting Suicide Prevention in country South Australia

What to do in case of a mental health emergency

Supporting those with severe mental illness

In case of mental health emergency call the Mental Health Triage Service on 13 14 65 available 24/7. For assistance in emergency situations, call Triple Zero (000).  

In case of mental health emergency call the Mental Health Triage Service on 13 14 65 available 24/7. For assistance in emergency situations, call Triple Zero (000).  

For 24-hour information and mental health support phone:  
13 11 14 - Lifeline Australia  1300 22 46 36 - Beyond Blue 

For a comprehensive list of Australian wide crisis helplines and support services visit: https://www.aihw.gov.au/suicide-self-harm-monitoring/resources/crisis-helplines-support-services  

For more information on services available in country South Australia see below.  

Suicide Prevention

Suicide is the leading cause of death among people aged 15-44 years in Australia. Suicide can have profound and lasting impact on families, workplaces and our regional, rural and remote communities. 

Country SA PHN is committed to delivering an evidence-based, systems approach to suicide prevention. A systems approach relies on strong collaboration between communities, service providers and local networks. We’re proud to partner with local health networks, services and community programs to strengthen access and availability of mental health care and recovery for people at risk of suicide.

Country SA PHN commissions a range of services for people experiencing distress, aftercare support, community training and development, and digital services for families, carers and friends of people experiencing a suicidal crisis or suicide attempt.  

For more information on services available in country South Australia see below.  

Suicide Prevention Service Providers

Centacare Catholic Country SA

Let’s Yarn Aboriginal Suicide Prevention  

Let’s Yarn Aboriginal Suicide Prevention aims to meet the mental health, social and emotional wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Port Augusta and Whyalla regions. 

Mates in Constructions

MATES In Construction focusses on industries and communities most affected by suicidal thoughts and behaviour by educating participants on how to recognise risk, start conversations and assist people to connect with appropriate help.

Lifeline Regional SA & Far West NSW

Lifeline Connect provides face-to-face crisis support for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. People can access counselling and ongoing support without a referral. 

Minds Together

Minds together is available across country South Australia for friends, family and carers supporting someone experiencing suicidal distress or following a suicide attempt. 

Find out more at: Minds Together | An Everymind program

Rebuild - Universal Aftercare SA 

Universal Aftercare SA under the title Rebuild assist people 16 years and over who have attempted suicide or are experiencing suicidal thoughts. The program accepts self-referrals as well as referrals from service providers and GPs. Rebuild is available for people in Mount Barker, Murray Bridge and Mount Gamber and surrounds.  

To find out more about Rebuild or make a referral go to: https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/universal-aftercare-sa/

Distress Brief Support (DBS)

Distress Brief Support Pilot available in Port Lincoln (Neami National) and in Whyalla (delivered by Centacare – Catholic Country SA) is for people 18+ who are experiencing distress and would benefit from short-term support.  

For more information see: https://www.countrysaphn.com.au/community/mental-health-2/suicide-prevention-services/distress-brief-support-pilot/  

Whyalla: Distress Brief Support (DBS) Service – Centacare - Catholic Country SA 

Port Lincoln: Distress Brief Support (DBS)  - Neami National 

Published on: November 11, 2020

Last updated on: May 12, 2026