Mental health support service Lifeline has set up shop in Western Melbourne after a surge in demand from people in the region.  Loughlin Patrick reports the first-of-its-kind partnership with Victoria University tackles young people’s growing concerns – and Lifeline’s own stretched capacity.



If this story impacted you, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 – and one of its Western Melbourne volunteers may pick up your call.  In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).



On The Beat broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

Mental health support service Lifeline has set up shop in Western Melbourne after a surge in demand from people in the region.  Loughlin Patrick reports the first-of-its-kind partnership with Victoria University tackles young people’s growing concerns – and Lifeline’s own stretched capacity.
 
If this story impacted you, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 – and one of its Western Melbourne volunteers may pick up your call.  In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).
 
On The Beat broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

On The Beat brings you compelling interviews with news-makers and culture-shapers.  Plus, SYN Media reporters cover local stories meaningful to young people in Melbourne/Naarm.

On The Beat broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

On The Beat brings you compelling interviews with news-makers and culture-shapers.  Plus, SYN Media reporters cover local stories meaningful to young people in Melbourne/Naarm.
On The Beat broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

On The Beat brings you compelling interviews with news-makers and culture-shapers.  Plus, SYN Media reporters cover local stories meaningful to young people in Melbourne/Naarm.

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