get help with money or mental health

If stuff with money is feeling out of control or overwhelming, here are some support services that could help you or someone you know work through money or mental health concerns. Click on the heading to be referred to the relevant website with more information and contact details.

National Debt Helpline

1800 007 007

This is a not-for-profit service that helps people tackle their debt problems.

Moneysmart

Provides free budgeting resources, links and support to get financial counselling, urgent help with money, help with problems paying bills and assistance in sorting out debt.

Mob Strong Debt Helpline

1800 808 488

This is a free legal advice service about money matters for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from anywhere in Australia.

Small Business Debt Helpline

1800 413 828

Available if your business is struggling because of COVID-19 or natural disasters.

Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS)

The RFCS is an ongoing Australian Government program. It provides free and independent financial counselling to eligible farmers, fishers, foresters and small related businesses experiencing, or at risk of, financial hardship.