for everyone

Gisborne Soccer Club acknowledges that the wellbeing of its members, whether they are players or volunteers, and that of their families and friends are of utmost importance.

Below are some links of places where you can seek confidential help for anything that may be going on in your life.

Sports Chaplaincy Australia voluntarily serves through pastoral care and social and emotional comfort for anyone connected to sports. They endeavour to respond to each individuals need, fostering sustained emotional and spiritual wellbeing for all members regardless of age, background, faith or nationality.



Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.


Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.

For some young people, connecting with Kids Helpline has been a life-saving experience, while for others it’s about practical help and emotional support at the critical moment they need someone to listen.


Domestic and family violence occurs when someone who has a close personal relationship with you makes you feel afraid, powerless or unsafe. It can be physical, but can also be emotional and psychological.

Anyone can experience domestic and family violence. It happens across communities, ages, cultures and sexes.

If you are experiencing abuse or violence it is not your fault. It is the abuser who is responsible. Domestic violence is a crime and the abuser is breaking the law.


Any woman. Any issue.

You can call us on 1300 134 130 and talk to us about anything from 9am to 5pm on Mondays to Fridays. You can also contact us online.

Support is free and confidential.


Switchboard is a volunteer organisation which provides a free, confidential and anonymous telephone counselling, referral and information service for the Victorian lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, asexual and other terms (LGBTIQA+) communities and their supporters.

They also to speak to the family and friends of people who might identify as LGBTIQA+; and receive calls from health and welfare professionals.



Gambling affects many people in many different ways. That's why there are many different ways to get help. Find the support that's right for you.


If your drinking is harming yourself or others, it may be time to contact one of the many services that can help. You could speak to your GP, local health service or call a helpline. There are trained telephone counsellors available in every Australian state and territory.


Alcohol and other drug use and family violence often occur together. Families already coping with a family member who uses alcohol and drugs can also be exposed to violent behaviours. This can be frightening, it can feel like walking a tightrope. Specialist support and medical attention may be helpful.