Good SPACE

Good SPACE (formally known as Farm-Link), is a rural suicide prevention program, funded by the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN), and is managed by the University of Newcastle's Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health. Good SPACE is currently funded until 30th June 2018, and services the Upper Hunter, New England North West Region of NSW.

Good SPACE provides suicide prevention training to community, frontline workers and clinicians. The program works with communities and service providers to address the needs in each community. The program also provides service linkage

If you would like to access Good SPACE's services, or you would like to find out more about the program and suicide prevention workshops on offer, please contact us goodspace@newcastle.edu.au or 0427 072 105

If you're concerned about the mental well-being of yourself or someone you know, there are a number of services available:

The NSW Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511 - this is a triage service that can point you to the most relevant professional help.

Lifeline 131 114 - this is a 24/7 phone counselling service.

Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467 - whether you're bereaved by suicide, experiencing suicidal thoughts, or caring for someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts, this service can assist. This is a free, 24/7 service with trained counsellors.

Call 000 if this is an emergency situation.