Introduction to Right Now
Hear more about Right Now, who the videos are for, and how to access additional resources.
Right Now: Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources for Growers
Right Now is a set of mental health and wellbeing resources created with grower and psychologist Steph Schmidt, designed to provide practical support in the moment. On this page you'll find a set of step-by-step videos to support you in moments of need, followed by a list of resources to support you during and afterwards.
Please be advised some of the content and resources below reference suicide. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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Videos to help Right Now
Below you will find a series of videos where Steph provides a calm and clear perspective on mental wellbeing-related issues which may impact you or people around you at different times. Each video contains a short description so you can easily identify what is most relevant to you or those around you.
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Carrying the weight of loneliness
Ease the weight of isolation whether you’re on your own or feeling lonely in a crowd.
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Finding yourself in a dark place
Simple ways to steady yourself and take the next step when life feels unbearable.
*Please note this video contains references to suicide.
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Crisis & Emergency Support Resources
Lifeline Australia
131 114
Free 24/7 crisis support line with trained crisis supporters available by phone or text, one-on-one counselling and online support tool kit including safety planner.
Suicide Call Back Service
1300 659 467
Free, 24/7 phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide. Offers up to three 50-minute counselling sessions with the same clinician.
Kids Helpline
1800 551 800
24/7 phone and online support for children and young people aged between 5 and 25, with age-appropriate online programs and resources.
MensLine Australia
1300 789 978
Free 24/7 telephone, online chat and video counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, relationships, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), stress, and suicidal thoughts.
More Resources
National & Online Resources
Beyond Blue - 1300 221 636
Provides 24/7 support and services for those experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health issues, as well as resources to lead about mental health and maintain your wellbeing.
Black Dog Institute - (02) 9382 2991
Provides resources, online self-help programs, community education, and professional training to improve mental health outcomes.
Farmer Mates Mental Health
Established by Grain Producers Australia, the program is designed to help growers improve their understanding of mental health and suicide, and recognise the signs to look out for with friends and family.
Gidget Foundation Australia – 1300 851 758
Specialist perinatal mental health support to expectant and new parents across Australia.
National Centre for Farmer Health – (03) 5551 8533
A hub with mental health resources tailored for farmers, providing practical tools and guidance.
Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia – 1300 726 306
Supports the mental health of expecting and new parents affected by perinatal anxiety and depression.
This is a Conversation Starter - 0488 846 988
Confidential counselling service tailored to those in rural areas enabling growers to repeatedly connect with the same counsellor for continuity.
Operating Monday to Friday, 8am–10pm AEST.
Rural Aid - 1300 327 624
Resources, face to face counselling and wellbeing support tailored for primary producers.
State-Based Resources
ACT | ACT Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team – 1800 629 354
Mobile outreach assessment and treatment providing Immediate, short-term support for people experiencing acute mental health crises
NSW | Mental Health Line – 1800 011 511
A 24/7 telephone triage and referral service operated by the NSW Ministry of Health. Provides professional mental health advice, assessment, and referral to appropriate local services for people experiencing mental health concerns.
NSW | Rural Adversity Mental Health Program
RAMHP is a government funded initiative that acts as a bridge between communities and existing support systems, with a strong emphasis on early intervention, education, and local engagement. Referenced in The Land’s The Rural Guide to a Healthy Mind.
SA | Mental Health Triage Service – 13 14 65
Free 24/7, specialised assessment and referral to local services for mental health crises. Staffed by clinicians, it is the primary contact for urgent care, assessing needs, and linking to acute response teams.
TAS | Access Mental Health – 1800 332 388
24/7 confidential phone service for mental health support, assessment, and referrals to public services.
TAS | Rural Alive and Well – 1800 729 827
Outreach-based mental health support for rural people in Tasmania.
VIC | SuicideLine Victoria – 1300 651 251
24/7 telephone counselling support to people at risk of suicide, concerned about someone at risk, bereaved by suicide and people experiencing emotional or mental health issues.
WA | Mental Health Emergency Response Line - 1300 555 788 (business hours) or 1800 552 002 (4.30pm to 8.30am and 24 hrs on weekends and public holidays)
Connects WA residents with a trained mental health clinician for assessment, support and referral.
QLD | 1300 MH CALL - 1300 642 255
Confidential mental health telephone triage service that provides the first point of contact with public mental health services to Queenslanders including support, information, advice and referral.