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Lifeline has offered a solemn reality check. Money worries are high – so what will the government do?

The economic picture that emerged this week reflects the pressures many Australians are facing – and the crux of the next election

The Guardian - AU

Financial distress drives record crisis call numbers

Lifeline has received a record number of crisis support calls as the soaring cost of living takes a toll on people's mental health.

AAP

Independent MPs cancel airline VIP memberships – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

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Sadness simmers inside this Melbourne hospital ward. But it’s a lifeline for people suffering a mental health crisis

Guardian Australia was given access to a sealed-off section of St Vincent’s to find out why other hospitals are copying what it does

The Guardian - AU

'Community hero': Lifeline trainer wins mental health award

Dr Marilyn June Anderson works at Lifeline Hunter in Newcastle

Newcastle Herald

Hundreds make calls in California to support bill expanding unemployment benefits to undocumented immigrants

SB 227 would provide $300 a week for up to 20 weeks to those who are fired from their jobs across 2025

Latin Times

Out of the shadows: the phone call that saved Grant Sheather's life

'I would have taken my own life'.

Newcastle Herald

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'Grief from losing the brother that I knew': facing suicide stigma

'He was experiencing difficulties in life that stacked up.'

Newcastle Herald

The last call: Sofia's mission to address suicide after losing 10 friends

At just 26, Sofia Heszterenyiova has lost 10 people to suicide.

The Canberra Times

The last call: Sofia's mission to address suicide after losing 10 friends

At just 26, Sofia Heszterenyiova has lost 10 people to suicide.

Newcastle Herald

Energy firms pile on the agony for the vulnerable

EDF and British Gas have added to the grief and suffering of the bereaved and sick

The Guardian - UK

As loneliness grows, so too do the calls to Lifeline

Lifeline needs more volunteers amid a record-breaking number of calls, with the only requirements being time and empathy.

AAP

Don’t fight with your siblings about inheritance, and 12 other tips for coping with the death of your parents

I was inducted young into the dead parents’ club. It’s a club no one wants to join – but here’s some advice for new members

The Guardian - AU

Top resources to help pay for internet at home as Affordable Connectivity Program comes to an end

The ACP came to an end in may as it failed to get funding from Congress. To help bridge this gap, here are some resources to help you with internet payments

Latin Times

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Tom’s Guide

Cell phone service for less — the cheapest plans we've found at each phone carrier

As costs are on the rise everywhere, one place to cut expenses can be your wireless bill. I've tracked down the cheapest wireless plans available at multiple wireless providers to help you keep your mobile costs down.

TV Tech

FCC Ends Affordable Connectivity Program

The program to subsidize broadband rates ended on June 1 after Congress failed to provide new funding

Broadcasting & Cable

Affordable Connectivity Plan Set To Expire Despite Last-Ditch Funding Efforts

None of the multiple active attempts by lawmakers to provide funding for the depleted program appear close to happening

Evening Standard

Ninety per cent of domestic abuse professionals say pets 'a barrier to victim-survivors seeking safety'

Cats Protection acquired information from 409 respondents working within social care teams, domestic abuse organisations and helplines

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AAP

Lifeline records busiest day after emotional fortnight

More than three people a minute sought help from Lifeline amid distress over femicide and domestic violence, as people call for more mental health funding.

Newcastle Herald

'My brain clicks into gear': Cyclist's 1800km ride for Lifeline

Ian Kidd is hoping to raise $10,000 for crisis support calls.

Cycling News

The future is orange: Wiggle relaunches with fresh stock and reprised old branding

dhb, Lifeline, and other in-house brands appear to remain for now

Roll Call

Funding at risk for program that helps millions afford internet - Roll Call

More than 20 million low-income households may be priced out of internet access as Congress dallies over funding a federal program.

The Canberra Times

Huge opening day for Lifeline Canberra Book Fair

The book lovers' paradise is open all weekend, too.

The Guardian - AU

Golriz Ghahraman resigns as New Zealand Greens MP after shoplifting claims

Ghahraman cites mental health concerns, and says she takes ‘full responsibility for my actions which I deeply regret’

Pedestrian.tv

A Person Will Call Lifeline Every 22 Seconds Over The Holiday Period, The Crisis Agency Says

Someone will call Lifeline every 22 seconds over the Christmas and New Year holidays, the agency says, as the crisis hotline prepares for an unprecedented surge in calls.

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