“Thank you, lady… whoever you are… you have no idea how much your voice, your words, and your strength to keep me going helped last night. With everything in my heart — thank you! My husband thanks you, and my children and grandchildren thank you!”
Every day, our local crisis supporters provide that connection to people across the Coffs Coast and Mid-North NSW who are experiencing distress, isolation, or suicidal thoughts. Our work is part of a national effort to prevent suicide, but the impact is felt right here — in our towns, our neighbourhoods, and our homes.
We are proud to be one of 41 Lifeline Centres across Australia, and we work closely with Lifeline Australia and our fellow centres to deliver the 13 11 14 crisis line, training programs, and community-based mental health support.
Our incredible local volunteers, including trained Crisis Supporters and retail workers.
A small, dedicated team of staff.
Strong community support through donations, events, and partnerships.
Together, we answer thousands of calls for help every year. We also provide training to individuals and organisations, empowering more people in our region to recognise the signs of crisis and respond with care.
We are united in our vision of an Australia free of suicide, and our commitment to ensuring no one in our community has to face their darkest moments alone.
When you support Lifeline North Coast — by volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness — you become part of a life-saving mission.
Lifeline is Australia’s largest suicide prevention service provider.
While we don’t have an exact number, estimates suggest that more than 54,000 Australians may attempt suicide each year.
75% of people who die by suicide are men, especially those aged 40–59 and 85+.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people die by suicide at rates 2.5–2.6 times higher than non-Indigenous Australians.
People in regional and rural populations are twice as likely to take their life by suicide.
Members of the LGBTQIA+ community report suicide attempts at rates up to 10 times higher than the general population.
Step into the heart of connection with Lifeline North Coast’s Community Walks – a vibrant space where individuals from all walks of life, accompanied by their furry friends are not just welcome but celebrated.
MoneyMinded Workshop – a transformative journey toward financial empowerment! In this workshop, Domenic Rosina equipped our Lifeline North Coast – NSW, GambleAware Mid and Northern NSW and Adele House representatives with essential tools and knowledge to manage their finances effectively.
It’s not that I don’t think of him (I do, every day). I’m just trying to avoid the pain that is now attached to those memories. I have to remind myself that this pain was not there at the time these memories were made though.
Losing my husband to suicide has brought a weight to my heart that’s hard to put into words. The pain is like an endless ache, a constant shadow that follows me everywhere.
At Lifeline North Coast Retail Shops, our mission goes beyond providing affordable clothing, bric-a-brac, accessories, and furniture.
It’s been a busy 10 months as Acting CEO of Lifeline North Coast, you may not have met me before, but I encourage you to pop into my office during business hours and say hello, unless I’m in a meeting, I like to make myself available to chat with anyone and answer any questions you may have.
