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How to Plan Access to Bendigo Mental Health Resources Using Local Details

Identify the right service by age group and location then use the listed contacts and addresses to connect directly.

By Bendigo Lifestyle Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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Bendigo Health’s Regional Triage Service serves as the 24/7 single point of entry for adult community mental health services across Greater Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe.

Residents seeking support benefit from knowing the precise entry points and operating details that match their situation before making contact. Clear local information on phone numbers, addresses and hours reduces delays when reaching services.

Regional Triage Service for Adults

The Regional Triage Service covers adult community mental health needs throughout Greater Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe. Call 1300 363 788 at any time to start the process.

Youth Support at headspace Bendigo

headspace Bendigo at 78-80 Pall Mall provides free mental health support for young people aged 12-25. The contact number is 03 5406 1400. The centre operates Monday to Friday with extended hours on Monday to Wednesday.

Bendigo and Echuca Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub

The Bendigo and Echuca Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub at 39 Rowan Street offers free support with no referral required for all ages in the Campaspe region. Contact options are 03 5497 5600 or 1800 332 501.

Bendigo Community Health Services Counselling

Bendigo Community Health Services provides counselling appointments primarily at Kangaroo Flat. Sessions run 9am-5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am-4:30pm Friday. Crisis support connects through the Regional Triage Service number along with Lifeline and Beyond Blue.

After-Hours and Additional Contacts

Further crisis and non-emergency options include Suicide Line on 1300 651 251, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800, 13 Yarn on 13 92 76, Nurse-on-Call on 1300 606 024 and the healthdirect GP Helpline on 1800 022 222.

Planning begins by matching the person’s age and region to the appropriate listed service. Note the phone number and address in advance, then call during stated hours where applicable. This sequence connects callers to the correct support using only the verified local details.

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