• People who need help can call Lifeline Australia (131 114) or Kids Helpline (1800 551 800). Mental health professionals are available 24 hours at the Beyond Blue Support Service, call 1300 22 4636, or at www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support for online chat (3pm-midnight or email responses within 24 hours).

MILDURA Base Hospital is set to receive a boost in support amid COVID-19 with the employment of at least two additional mental health professionals.

Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Mental Health Martin Foley on Sunday announced $60 million would be allocated to the state's mental health sector as Victorians continue to fight the coron