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13/04/2026

Last week, we were honoured to welcome The Hon Emma McBride MP McBride MP, Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Su***de Prevention, and Senator the Hon Senator Malarndirri McCarthy - Northern Territory, Minister for Indigenous Australians, to Lifeline Australia's Sydney office to meet with the 13YARN team.

We spoke about the growth of the service over the past 4 years of operation and the recent funding announcement to launch a 13YARN text service which will be a significant next step in closing the su***de gap for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

These are the conversations that matter. We are grateful to both Ministers for their time, their commitment, and their belief in what 13YARN is building.

10/04/2026

09/04/2026

Call 13YARN anytime for a confidential one-on-one

Crisis Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander mob.
Call us for a Yarn on 13 92 76 if you're feeling worried or no good.

09/04/2026

This Gather Round, 13YARN is proud to stand with DrinkWise,1800RESPECT and Men’s Referral Service to remind fans that moderation and respect go hand in hand - Always respect, always DrinkWise.

Asking for help is a sign of strength. If you or someone you or someone needs assistance managing their alcohol consumption, please call 13YARN on 13 92 76 or visit 13yarn.org.au.

If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call services.

If you are concerned about your behaviour, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit ntv.org.au

You can also visit DrinkWise.org.au for a range of additional support services. DrinkWise

30/03/2026

Checking in on our Elders helps prevent loneliness and supports their social and emotional wellbeing.
Our Elders can sometimes be vulnerable to isolation and depression. A regular phone call, sitting down for a yarn, or helping someone get out and about can mean a great deal and make a positive difference.

13YARN is available for mob 24/7 on 13 92 76. We take the time to listen without judgment or shame

23/03/2026

A lot of us experience anxiety and sometimes we don’t even realise what it is. You’re social and emotional wellbeing is important.

Reach out for support if you or someone you know are feeling worried or no good, 24/7 on 13 92 76

18/03/2026

Close the Gap Day brings awareness of the inequalities and intergenerational problems such as health, education, and the large life expectancy gap of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. Emphasising health as a human right, we must work together to Close the Gap for a better future for our people.

15/03/2026

Today marks four years of 13YARN delivering a culturally safe space for mob to reach out and yarn if they are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. In that time, the service has grown rapidly with calls continuing to increase reflecting how strongly the community has embraced the service as a trusted, judgment free place to yarn during tough times.

𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟯𝗬𝗔𝗥𝗡 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗯 𝟮𝟰/𝟳

Remember to reach out for a yarn if you are feeling worried or no good on 13 92 76

10/03/2026

We are here for you If you are feeling overwhelmed and need to have a yarn.

Natural disasters can be overwhelming and difficult to cope with. Speaking with someone can make all the difference.

If you or someone you know needs support call 13YARN anytime on 13 92 76

Crisis Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander mob.
Call us for a Yarn on 13 92 76 if you're feeling worried or no good.

07/03/2026

This year’s theme for 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 - “𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙨,” advocates for women and girls across the globe by calling for actions that bridge the gender gap and advance equality and equity. Together, we can break down barriers to fairness, safety, and dignity for all.

02/03/2026

The deadly Bumma Bippera 987fm have started to air 13YARN's "Strong Minds, Strong Mob" podcast as of last Wednesday.

to stream all episode head to our YouTube and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/ or check it out on other major streaming platforms
QLife Australia

Introducing 13 Yarn: Strong Minds, Strong Mob Podcast Series now on BBM airwaves Wednesday at 9AM!

Episode One: Mental health in our LGBTQIASB+ communities 🌈
13YARN and QLIFE Australia have partnered to bring you our very first Episode of the 13YARN Strong Minds, Strong Mob Podcast Series in honor of IDAHOBIT Day (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia).

13YARN: www.13yarn.org.au
QLife Australia: www.qlife.org.au

Only on BBM 98.7FM!