Student Wellbeing
Assisting Your Child Through Grief - a session for parents and carers
We invite parents and carers to hear from School Psychologist Mr Glynn Chambers. On Monday 20 October, Mr Chambers will facilitate a parent session on understanding the grieving process and supporting your child through grief.
Event details:
- Monday 20 October (this coming Monday)
- 5.00-6.00pm
- Lecture Theatre, Naunton Family Building (corner of Vine and Creek Streets)
While the session will be geared toward parents and carers, students are also welcome to attend.
Please register your attendance for this session at this link.
Support resources
65 Wattle | Girton has an onsite wellbeing centre located at 65 Wattle Street. This wellbeing centre is open to all students, and is attended by our School Nurse and Psychologists.
In addition to general support, you can also elect to receive counselling from our School Psychologists. You can learn more about 65 Wattle and access the request for support form at this page on Astra.
Helplines | If you require additional support, please seek that support from the resources listed below.
For immediate crisis:
- Call Triple Zero (000) if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or if there is a risk of harm.
Go to the Emergency Department for a face-to-face assessment.
Mental health support (business hours):
Headspace: 78-80 Pall Mall, Bendigo; call 03 5406 1400.
After-hours mental health support:
- Bendigo Health Regional Triage Service (MHRT): Call 1300 363 788 for 24/7 access to mental health professionals for assessment and advice.
- Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support.
- Beyond Blue: Visit their website for information and support, or call 1300 224 636.
- Nurse-on-Call: Call 1300 606 024 for non-emergency after-hours advice from a registered nurse.
Amber Community: support and education
Amber Community, a not-for-profit organisation, is dedicated to providing road incident support and education for the safety and wellbeing of road users.
We provide:
Free counselling and support: We provide free counselling and support services to people impacted by road trauma. Whether you’re a bereaved family member, a witness, a driver, or an emergency service worker affected by a road incident, our team is here to assist you. Our office is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Education programs: We are committed to raising public awareness about road trauma and its profound impact on people’s lives. We strive to positively influence driver attitudes and behaviours, ultimately reducing road incidents and the resulting trauma.
For more information about our programs and services or to schedule an appointment with one of our dedicated counsellors, please contact us via emailor by calling 1300 367 797.
Social media ban
In less than four months, world-first legislation will ban Australian under-16s from certain social media platforms. Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, X, Reddit and YouTube will all be off limits for children and teens.
Free technology webinar - 29 October 2025
For young people, screens are a central part of life, shaping how they learn, connect, and relax. However, technology use can also bring challenges for wellbeing, leaving parents and teachers wondering how to best guide teens through the digital world.
Join us for a free webinar bringing together researchers, educators, and parents. Together, we will unpack the latest insights on teens and technology, explore both the risks and opportunities, and share practical strategies carers and parents can use alongside each other to support healthy digital habits.