Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced an additional $52.3 million in government funding over four years to be provided to Lifeline in next week’s budget.
“We’ve seen how amazing the organisation is; we want to be able to stay at the level of capability that they’ve risen to and go further,” Mr Morrison said.
“We’re announcing an additional $52.3 million in government funding over four years in the budget … to enable Lifeline to meet that increased demand for crisis support and suicide prevention.If you or anyone you know needs help:
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