Emergency Information
For any emergencies requiring the intervention of a mental health professional on campus, please contact:
The University of Melbourne Counselling Service |
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| Telephone | 8344 6927 or 8344 6928 |
| Address | Level 2, 138-146 Cardigan Street Carlton VIC 3053 |
| Office Hours | (9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday) |
At other times, please contact your local Mental Health Services
For residents living in the cities of Melbourne and Moonee Valley (the Parkville Campus of the University of Melbourne and its surrounding suburbs come within this area) the local service is
Waratah Area Mental Health Service, 9342 2333.
Hospitals near the University:
- Royal Melbourne Hospital: 9342 7000
- St. Vincent's Hospital: 9288 2211
For residents of other areas, call the nearest major hospital which will connect you with the local after-hours mental health service. Residents of any area can attend the emergency department of a major hospital.
Telephone Counselling Services and Referral
- Lifeline (24 Hour telephone counselling): 131 114
- Suicide Helpline (24 Hour telephone counselling): 1300 651 251
- CASA (Centre Against Sexual Assault): 96353610 or 1800 806 292
- Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service: 93730123
- Direct Line (Drugs & Alcohol Counselling): 1800 888 236
- G-Line (Problem Gambling): 1800 156 789
For further advice on handling a crisis, refer to When a Crisis Happens.